phtoa
8 Feb 2013
Love / My Polish Relationship Marriage ..story to be told. [USA/PL] [34]
Best advice ever seen on PF
Best advice ever seen on PF
phtoa
4 Feb 2013
Work / I'M SO SURPRISED BY THIS SALARY FOR IBM in WROCLAW 3000 ZL gross [135]
You know, whatever offer they are giving you it's better than to continue to be unemployed!
Get busy..
You know, whatever offer they are giving you it's better than to continue to be unemployed!
Get busy..
phtoa
25 Jan 2013
Law / STARTING BUSINESS IN POLAND - Internet site of hand-made and not only, clothing [20]
A little out of my range.
Perhaps some of the usually very helpful people on PF will reply to ya.
Anyways, best of luck with it!
And! If i'll register as a sole trader - so what documents I should have?... and anyway - will it be possible to live in Poland if I ll be registered as a sole trader?
A little out of my range.
Perhaps some of the usually very helpful people on PF will reply to ya.
Anyways, best of luck with it!
phtoa
25 Jan 2013
Law / STARTING BUSINESS IN POLAND - Internet site of hand-made and not only, clothing [20]
Actually bad advice from my side ;-)
Starting up in Poland when selling to the Polish/EU market would probably be alot better/easier in the end.
Without knowing to much, but I believe you can just set yourself up as a Sole trader in Poland?
Try to look it up.
Actually bad advice from my side ;-)
Starting up in Poland when selling to the Polish/EU market would probably be alot better/easier in the end.
Without knowing to much, but I believe you can just set yourself up as a Sole trader in Poland?
Try to look it up.
phtoa
25 Jan 2013
Law / STARTING BUSINESS IN POLAND - Internet site of hand-made and not only, clothing [20]
Why not just register the company in your home country?
As this is internet based you can still live in Poland but have the company registered in Belarus.
But maybe since they are not part of the EU there would be some barriers? Not sure about this.
Why not just register the company in your home country?
As this is internet based you can still live in Poland but have the company registered in Belarus.
But maybe since they are not part of the EU there would be some barriers? Not sure about this.
phtoa
25 Jan 2013
Work / 5000zl per month, netto - Would this be enough salary in Gliwice? [12]
Even if you have to pay ZUS 7000 Gross pr. month will turn out to be 5000 NET.
I wouldn't advice you to try and send money home.
Money earned in Poland should be spend in Poland due to the prices. Well actually this depend where you send the money too, but in case your from western europe it just wouldn't make sense.
But you can live on 2000zl pr. month. like smurf said not great, but you'll survive.
Even if you have to pay ZUS 7000 Gross pr. month will turn out to be 5000 NET.
2000 zt after paying some other stuff and send money home
I wouldn't advice you to try and send money home.
Money earned in Poland should be spend in Poland due to the prices. Well actually this depend where you send the money too, but in case your from western europe it just wouldn't make sense.
But you can live on 2000zl pr. month. like smurf said not great, but you'll survive.
phtoa
24 Jan 2013
Travel / Great places to ski in Poland [16]
I don't understand why everyone here is bashing the skiing opportunities in Poland.
I go often to Male ciche, Bialka and Kasina Wielka.
Yes, the slopes are very limited most places only one slope. But then again it is dirt cheap and the slopes are quiet decent.
If you go into skiing in Poland with the mind that it will be like in Italy, Austria, Switz etc. then off course you will be disappointed.
I don't understand why everyone here is bashing the skiing opportunities in Poland.
I go often to Male ciche, Bialka and Kasina Wielka.
Yes, the slopes are very limited most places only one slope. But then again it is dirt cheap and the slopes are quiet decent.
If you go into skiing in Poland with the mind that it will be like in Italy, Austria, Switz etc. then off course you will be disappointed.
phtoa
23 Jan 2013
Real Estate / What is the usual fee from real estate agencies in Krakow charged to flat owner [3]
I paid a full month.
So the price of the apt pr. month - charges, that was the commission I paid.
I heard afterwards though that you can easily negotiate this, I just wasn't aware at the time.
I paid a full month.
So the price of the apt pr. month - charges, that was the commission I paid.
I heard afterwards though that you can easily negotiate this, I just wasn't aware at the time.
phtoa
21 Jan 2013
Polonia / Egyptian wanting to visit Poland - help about getting a visa [12]
Yes it must certainly should be.
Also you said you visited Poland previously. What was different back then as regard to getting a visa?
Yes it must certainly should be.
Also you said you visited Poland previously. What was different back then as regard to getting a visa?
phtoa
21 Jan 2013
Polonia / Egyptian wanting to visit Poland - help about getting a visa [12]
You should be just fine.
You should be just fine.
phtoa
16 Jan 2013
Real Estate / Long term apartment average rent in Krakow? [11]
I do not have it actually, as the guy who have showed me the apt. signed the contact with me etc. I do no longer have any contact with.
Now if I have any issues I just deal with some secretary at L&L (very helpful though)
Also you can go to Krakow.gumtree.pl and use the google chrome browser and translate the whole page into English.
On Gumtree they have waay bigger variety, also real nice flats.
appreciate the person's name so I can use your reference
I do not have it actually, as the guy who have showed me the apt. signed the contact with me etc. I do no longer have any contact with.
Now if I have any issues I just deal with some secretary at L&L (very helpful though)
Also you can go to Krakow.gumtree.pl and use the google chrome browser and translate the whole page into English.
On Gumtree they have waay bigger variety, also real nice flats.
phtoa
16 Jan 2013
Real Estate / Long term apartment average rent in Krakow? [11]
Hey buddy,
I rented through Leach&Lang in Krakow. They are good, website provides all the same as Hamilton May, but usually at better price, services, etc.
Check it out.
Hey buddy,
I rented through Leach&Lang in Krakow. They are good, website provides all the same as Hamilton May, but usually at better price, services, etc.
Check it out.
phtoa
15 Jan 2013
Work / Born in Denmark, want to teach English in Poland - possible? [5]
Hi Fred,
I'm a native Dane living in Krakow, I as many other foreigners here works in a BPO center. The job is good, and the pay is even better as we are very few Dane's in Krakow, but a high demand for us.
If you are interested in moving to Poland, either think about this career, or like Gumishu said, think about teaching Danish instead (IMO gr8 idea)
We are even a few Scandinavians in Krk, thinking to start a small Scandinavian language school here but it is still work in progrees ;-)
Anyways held og lykke med det!
And finally, if you can give me any advice or tips regarding my choice, I'd appreciate it! I'm not 100% determined on it, in fact I'm quite confused and doubtful :(
Hi Fred,
I'm a native Dane living in Krakow, I as many other foreigners here works in a BPO center. The job is good, and the pay is even better as we are very few Dane's in Krakow, but a high demand for us.
If you are interested in moving to Poland, either think about this career, or like Gumishu said, think about teaching Danish instead (IMO gr8 idea)
We are even a few Scandinavians in Krk, thinking to start a small Scandinavian language school here but it is still work in progrees ;-)
Anyways held og lykke med det!
phtoa
15 Jan 2013
Law / US Financial Firms in Poland [4]
I believe Johnson & Johnson are also operating in Warsaw area, they are def worth checking out.
I believe Johnson & Johnson are also operating in Warsaw area, they are def worth checking out.
phtoa
10 Jan 2013
Life / sweet words to use in Poland with shopkeepers [14]
So your're telling me, that if somebody is not being nice to you, you should just be an A hole right back at them?
What a great and positive perspective on life!
I often chat up (with my limited Polish) the ladies/guys behind the counter at my local shops, and they love it. Nobody else does it to them, so I can tell they really appreciate it. Obviously I do not do this if there are 50 ppl in line behind, but if u stand as one of the only people there, go for it buddy.
Maybe stop to be nice if they are not nice to you.
So your're telling me, that if somebody is not being nice to you, you should just be an A hole right back at them?
What a great and positive perspective on life!
I often chat up (with my limited Polish) the ladies/guys behind the counter at my local shops, and they love it. Nobody else does it to them, so I can tell they really appreciate it. Obviously I do not do this if there are 50 ppl in line behind, but if u stand as one of the only people there, go for it buddy.
phtoa
2 Jan 2013
Work / Polish Born-Native English Speaker Chances of Finding a Job [10]
mangobanana
Sure no problem, I am working as a Junior accountant for one of the Outsourcing firms in Krakow.
I am (lucky) as I am a native Danish speaker which means your salary will be very comfortable.
But in case English for example is your only asset, they will not pay very well.
But its always worth a try in case you can't find anything else :-)
mangobanana
Sure no problem, I am working as a Junior accountant for one of the Outsourcing firms in Krakow.
I am (lucky) as I am a native Danish speaker which means your salary will be very comfortable.
But in case English for example is your only asset, they will not pay very well.
But its always worth a try in case you can't find anything else :-)
phtoa
21 Dec 2012
Love / Advice Please! Meeting my Polish boyfriend's parents!! Gifts, customs... [105]
Dude it's scary :D too much Polish Wodka and you'll start saying anything! But then again they don't understand English so your fine
Haha, yes ive been warned about that.. and she said she would look after me..
Dude it's scary :D too much Polish Wodka and you'll start saying anything! But then again they don't understand English so your fine
phtoa
21 Dec 2012
Love / Advice Please! Meeting my Polish boyfriend's parents!! Gifts, customs... [105]
Watch out for the manhood test coming from her father ;-) He might test just how much Wodka you can consume, before going insane!
Watch out for the manhood test coming from her father ;-) He might test just how much Wodka you can consume, before going insane!
phtoa
20 Dec 2012
Love / So I'm an Arab Muslim and freaking out! I'm about to meet my Polish girlfriend's parents [21]
You sound like a very intelligent guy, so religion a side I believe you'll do just fine with her parents don't worry so much about it buddy!
I think that man being head of the house is also in Judaism and Christianity. So it has nothing to do with us being Muslim. Also, being head of the house is overrated, it just means that I am screwed for having more responsibilities :P
You sound like a very intelligent guy, so religion a side I believe you'll do just fine with her parents don't worry so much about it buddy!
phtoa
19 Dec 2012
Work / Polish Born-Native English Speaker Chances of Finding a Job [10]
Lol desperate for good English speakers? They are everywhere! Many of them also with international experience, which trust me (as a BPO employee) they don't really care about.
2nd. 4000 pr. month as JUST an english speaker, impossible. Not even Italian/Spanish/German speakers are paid this amount.
Mango go for teaching instead.
Lol desperate for good English speakers? They are everywhere! Many of them also with international experience, which trust me (as a BPO employee) they don't really care about.
2nd. 4000 pr. month as JUST an english speaker, impossible. Not even Italian/Spanish/German speakers are paid this amount.
Mango go for teaching instead.
phtoa
19 Dec 2012
Life / Living Costs and life in Poznan? [70]
With that salary paying anything more than 1100 ZL for housing would be overkill.
Find a room in an Apt. or something instead and pay like 800 ZL.
As an expat in Poland, living for anything below 2000ZL after rent etc. is quiet low. You will live a decent live though with 2000, but that's also around the minimun.
As for housing, I expect to pay something between 1100 to 1500 zloty furnished. Is this an ok estimate?
With that salary paying anything more than 1100 ZL for housing would be overkill.
Find a room in an Apt. or something instead and pay like 800 ZL.
As an expat in Poland, living for anything below 2000ZL after rent etc. is quiet low. You will live a decent live though with 2000, but that's also around the minimun.
phtoa
18 Dec 2012
Life / Faxing a document to an international number from Warsaw? [4]
No idea actually.
But if it's not a confidential document, you send it to my email and Ill fax it for ya.
No idea actually.
But if it's not a confidential document, you send it to my email and Ill fax it for ya.
phtoa
18 Dec 2012
Work / Polish Born-Native English Speaker Chances of Finding a Job [10]
Your welcome.
Hmm as I am not an english teacher (i know there is quiet alot on this forum) and as far as I have read in other treads, I believe the salary for a English teacher at a better school is around what I wrote above 4-5000 brut. pr. month
I am mainly interested in teaching.
Your welcome.
Hmm as I am not an english teacher (i know there is quiet alot on this forum) and as far as I have read in other treads, I believe the salary for a English teacher at a better school is around what I wrote above 4-5000 brut. pr. month
phtoa
17 Dec 2012
Work / Visa for Americans to teach in Poland [3]
No you do not have to be outside of the EU for 90 days. As long as you leave the EU within 90 days to go to a non EU country and return you are alright.
Sometimes they will be suspicious if you lets say spend 90 days in Poland, and then go to Ukraine for 1 day, then its different.
But as you have done travel to Bueno Aires and then return after a month or more you are okay.
Does anyone know anything about this?
No you do not have to be outside of the EU for 90 days. As long as you leave the EU within 90 days to go to a non EU country and return you are alright.
Sometimes they will be suspicious if you lets say spend 90 days in Poland, and then go to Ukraine for 1 day, then its different.
But as you have done travel to Bueno Aires and then return after a month or more you are okay.
phtoa
17 Dec 2012
Life / Where to buy a Christmas Tree in Krakow? [11]
I bought mine yesterday (sunday's) on plac nowy where they have a small market from early morning till around noon.
Maybe it's not so helpfull for you, as next time will be on Sunday the day before Christmas.
I bought mine yesterday (sunday's) on plac nowy where they have a small market from early morning till around noon.
Maybe it's not so helpfull for you, as next time will be on Sunday the day before Christmas.
phtoa
17 Dec 2012
Work / Polish Born-Native English Speaker Chances of Finding a Job [10]
Well I'd say the chance of you finding a ''quality job'' is quiet high, just know that a quality job in Poland mostly pays no more than 4-5000 ZL brutto pr. month
You have some experince espesically from other countries which gives you an advantage over most of the young student's here who also has a economy degree from a university.
I have enough money saved to support myself while I search for quality jobs.
Well I'd say the chance of you finding a ''quality job'' is quiet high, just know that a quality job in Poland mostly pays no more than 4-5000 ZL brutto pr. month
You have some experince espesically from other countries which gives you an advantage over most of the young student's here who also has a economy degree from a university.
phtoa
26 Nov 2012
Travel / KRAKOW, Where to meet young people? (18-22 yrs) [17]
Hey Alex,
I was in similar position. I'm 21 and from Denmark.
There are no simple place to go to meet such unless you go to school.
It's quiet easy to establish contact with younger females, but male's in Poland before they are in their mid 20's seems to be very reserved.
Either way, if you ever wanna grab a beer or such just let me know.
Br.
Hey Alex,
I was in similar position. I'm 21 and from Denmark.
There are no simple place to go to meet such unless you go to school.
It's quiet easy to establish contact with younger females, but male's in Poland before they are in their mid 20's seems to be very reserved.
Either way, if you ever wanna grab a beer or such just let me know.
Br.
phtoa
2 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
How many foreigners do you know who makes a good effort ;-)
But sure, It might be possible in Nowa huta.
You say 2k, but I figure he can find a decent place for 1,600 if he makes a good effort.
How many foreigners do you know who makes a good effort ;-)
But sure, It might be possible in Nowa huta.
phtoa
2 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
Thats a god d*mn good barking you've got there!
2-2400 including bills is realistic for a 60+ square meter apt. in Krakow.
I pay 1,000 zloty for 50 sq metres in Warsaw, and I live in the city centre.
Thats a god d*mn good barking you've got there!
2-2400 including bills is realistic for a 60+ square meter apt. in Krakow.
phtoa
1 Nov 2012
Travel / Cottage in Zakopane, website suggestions? [6]
Thank you both very much for the suggestions!
This place looks super cozy! I'm gonna look into it.
Thank you both very much for the suggestions!
It's been several years since I rented a domek for Christmas in Janów Podlaski
This place looks super cozy! I'm gonna look into it.