My Experience Living in Poland
Overall, I would describe my experience living in Poland as positive. I’ve had the chance to travel and discover incredible places with deep historical significance, like the Wieliczka Salt Mines, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or the World War II Museum in Gdańsk — important experience that reminds us of what humanity should never go through again.
There are many moments I cherish from my time exploring Poland. Through this blog, I’ll be sharing some of those memories with photos and videos —from tourist landmarks to concerts and cultural festivals.
Life abroad isn’t always just about travel and adventure. There’s also the bureaucratic and legal side, especially when it comes to housing and everyday life as a foreigner.
Renting an apartment or even a room in Poland can be challenging. Language barriers, landlord preferences, and lack of local references can make things complicated —and these issues are commonly discussed in Facebook groups like Latinos en Polonia or Colombianos en Polonia.
Having Polish friends or contacts is a huge advantage when navigating these situations. We're currently experiencing a period of high inflation, and rental prices have increased significantly.
Not long ago, it was still possible to rent an apartment in Gdańsk for around 2,500 PLN/month, plus a deposit (usually one month’s rent) and utilities. Today, finding something at that price is almost impossible.
If you're curious about current rental listings, I recommend checking:
Bureaucracy and Migration
Polish migration services are currently overwhelmed, and the processing times for residence permit applications can take years.
The situation is different if you arrive with a visa or employment contract, as companies usually help with the paperwork.
Important note: I have no personal experience with recruitment agencies that handle these processes, so I can’t recommend any. It’s best to look for official information yourself to avoid falling into scams or exploitative work conditions.
In my opinion, Poland is a very attractive country for professionals in the IT sector. There's a constant demand for skilled people in:
If you’re job hunting, try searching on LinkedIn using terms like "Spanish job" along with the name of the city you're interested in. You’ll likely find some great opportunities.
Language can be a limitation —but it’s not a dealbreaker.
As a Latin American who speaks English, I’ve managed to live, work, and build relationships without speaking fluent Polish. Of course, learning the basics —"please," "thank you," "how much does it cost?"— helps a lot.
Many people in Poland, especially older generations, don’t speak English fluently —just like in many Latin American countries.
Please don’t assume that everyone here is bilingual just because Poland is in the European Union. This is a country with its own language, culture, and worldview —and if we come here, we should do so with the mindset to learn, respect, and adapt.
