terri
11 Apr 2018
Language / Who actually says "Ale decha!" in Poland? [5]
By the way, the way to describe a man as a 'wow' is 'ciacho'.
By the way, the way to describe a man as a 'wow' is 'ciacho'.
terri
10 Apr 2018
Law / Poland's Inheritance Law Without Will [21]
If your parent and your auntie are nearest relatives - they will inherit granddad's house in equal portions. Make yourself familiar with inheritance law and the debt law.
Buying thew house at this stage would not circumvent the fact that his children would not be allowed to claim anything from you.
If your parent and your auntie are nearest relatives - they will inherit granddad's house in equal portions. Make yourself familiar with inheritance law and the debt law.
Buying thew house at this stage would not circumvent the fact that his children would not be allowed to claim anything from you.
terri
7 Apr 2018
terri
21 Feb 2018
Law / Old Polish money banknotes - what's their value today? [415]
Go on a Polish forum, similar to e-bay, (can't just think of the name now) and try and see what people are selling similar notes/coins at.
Go on a Polish forum, similar to e-bay, (can't just think of the name now) and try and see what people are selling similar notes/coins at.
terri
21 Feb 2018
UK, Ireland / Inheritance Law in Poland and debts - how does it affect a British child? [27]
He has 6 months from the date that he became aware of the death. You must complete the form and send it off and give them factual evidence as to how and when you learned of the death and when you became aware that there was a will and you were a beneficiary from it. Read up on how you can refuse to have anything to do with the will. This must be in writing. Wrote a letter to the Court and make sure you have evidence of the Court receiving the letter..
He has 6 months from the date that he became aware of the death. You must complete the form and send it off and give them factual evidence as to how and when you learned of the death and when you became aware that there was a will and you were a beneficiary from it. Read up on how you can refuse to have anything to do with the will. This must be in writing. Wrote a letter to the Court and make sure you have evidence of the Court receiving the letter..
terri
21 Feb 2018
Law / Polish EU Drivers Licence - can I get one the easy way (by paying for it)? [185]
You DO realize that if they catch you with a 'fake' licence, you will end up in prison for more than 5 years. Anyone driving without a valid licence invalidates their car insurance immediately and they will take your car and scrap it.
You DO realize that if they catch you with a 'fake' licence, you will end up in prison for more than 5 years. Anyone driving without a valid licence invalidates their car insurance immediately and they will take your car and scrap it.
terri
20 Feb 2018
Genealogy / Looking for a person living in Warsaw - any online phone book in Poland? [33]
Try 'google' then Facebook then 'gumtree'.
Try 'google' then Facebook then 'gumtree'.
terri
16 Feb 2018
Law / Can somebody explain ZUS to me? [40]
ZUS is payable as a percentage of the amount earned. If you are employed on a full-term contract the correct ZUS will be deducted. Unfortunately, you have not given us sufficient details of your employment to advise you accurately. It really does matter whether you are employed, self-employed, or working to any other contract.
ZUS is payable as a percentage of the amount earned. If you are employed on a full-term contract the correct ZUS will be deducted. Unfortunately, you have not given us sufficient details of your employment to advise you accurately. It really does matter whether you are employed, self-employed, or working to any other contract.
terri
11 Feb 2018
Classifieds / Someone help me with the Polish visa appointment! [203]
They need to see the originals of all documents. Make sure that they take copies and give you back the originals.
They need to see the originals of all documents. Make sure that they take copies and give you back the originals.
terri
8 Feb 2018
Law / Moving back to Poland - Healthcare [29]
Just something aside. It is worthwhile to try and determine if anyone is entitled to a Polish pension no matter how large or small as this entitlement will give you certain benefits. It is imperative that you seek advice from the Pension office ZUS in the area in which she was last resident. They will tell you exactly what is needed. You will need the whole history, dates of employment, names of firms/locations and how much she earned. You could contact them before they move back to Poland.
However, do consider another angle. Once you are a pensioner in the Polish system, they will ask you to complete the annual Polish tax return and there maybe complications if, for example, you receive monies from other sources (say a pension from Canada).
Just something aside. It is worthwhile to try and determine if anyone is entitled to a Polish pension no matter how large or small as this entitlement will give you certain benefits. It is imperative that you seek advice from the Pension office ZUS in the area in which she was last resident. They will tell you exactly what is needed. You will need the whole history, dates of employment, names of firms/locations and how much she earned. You could contact them before they move back to Poland.
However, do consider another angle. Once you are a pensioner in the Polish system, they will ask you to complete the annual Polish tax return and there maybe complications if, for example, you receive monies from other sources (say a pension from Canada).
terri
6 Feb 2018
Law / Moving back to Poland - Healthcare [29]
Best way is to get private health insurance, as currently they may not be covered by any form of insurance.
If they can prove (with documentary evidence) that they have ever worked in Poland, they will be entitled to a pension from ZUS. This needs to be sorted out.
Best way is to get private health insurance, as currently they may not be covered by any form of insurance.
If they can prove (with documentary evidence) that they have ever worked in Poland, they will be entitled to a pension from ZUS. This needs to be sorted out.
terri
6 Feb 2018
Work / What are job opportunities in Poland for a pharmacist from India? [16]
You have a very big mountain to climb. First, the pharmacy area is tightly situated. Second, if your wife does not speak Polish, it will be very hard for her to find any job - as the employer has to prove that no other Polish person can do the job and has to obtain a visa for her. Third, Polish people are not yet used to working with people from other non-EU countries.
You have a very big mountain to climb. First, the pharmacy area is tightly situated. Second, if your wife does not speak Polish, it will be very hard for her to find any job - as the employer has to prove that no other Polish person can do the job and has to obtain a visa for her. Third, Polish people are not yet used to working with people from other non-EU countries.
terri
1 Jan 2018
Language / Short Polish<->English translations [1040]
As I'm going to Krakow in a few days, I'll listen carefully to the TV programme 'Sloiki' to find which cities people are moving into. Will report later.
As I'm going to Krakow in a few days, I'll listen carefully to the TV programme 'Sloiki' to find which cities people are moving into. Will report later.
terri
26 Dec 2017
Work / Are there any jobs for Americans in Poland? [46]
It all depends on whether you have documentary evidence that you are Polish. If so,m then it might be easier to go for a job. If not, it is very unlikely that prospective employers will go to the bother of getting a work permit, unless you have skills which are in high demand.
I would look on every Polish job website, find a job that interests you and make enquiries about it. Don't expect miracles though. The banking industry is letting people go in Poland, so the chances of a well-paying job are minimal. Other than that try call-centres.
It all depends on whether you have documentary evidence that you are Polish. If so,m then it might be easier to go for a job. If not, it is very unlikely that prospective employers will go to the bother of getting a work permit, unless you have skills which are in high demand.
I would look on every Polish job website, find a job that interests you and make enquiries about it. Don't expect miracles though. The banking industry is letting people go in Poland, so the chances of a well-paying job are minimal. Other than that try call-centres.
terri
21 Dec 2017
Law / Help regarding Poland's National 'D' Visa Appointment at Mumbai Consulate! [719]
You must remember that during this time, not many staff will be working. They have families and have probably gone home for Christmas.
The only thing is to wait - you will get your turn, when they decide to look at your case. Do not expect people to move heaven and earth because you are waiting for 3 days....
You must remember that during this time, not many staff will be working. They have families and have probably gone home for Christmas.
The only thing is to wait - you will get your turn, when they decide to look at your case. Do not expect people to move heaven and earth because you are waiting for 3 days....
terri
15 Dec 2017
Law / Polish Citizenship by Descent Question - Polish Citizenship Acts [36]
Your problem is that you do not have documents proving the citizenship. You may be able to get them from parish records (churches of the locality where people were born), otherwise it's going to be very hard.
It would be simpler, if your mother had her citizenship confirmed, then you could get it through her entitlement.
The best way I can suggest is to ask someone competent at the Embassy or to correspond with someone in Warsaw.
Your problem is that you do not have documents proving the citizenship. You may be able to get them from parish records (churches of the locality where people were born), otherwise it's going to be very hard.
It would be simpler, if your mother had her citizenship confirmed, then you could get it through her entitlement.
The best way I can suggest is to ask someone competent at the Embassy or to correspond with someone in Warsaw.
terri
12 Dec 2017
Real Estate / Electricity / Gas cost in Poland [11]
Thought about this a bit more.
This is the most important thing - rather than pay anyone in cash, ask the owner for details of their bank account into which you can pay the monthly charge. That way you will have proof that you paid, when and to whom. If he insists on cash transactions, he is probably not declaring the income to the tax authorities and that is why it is important to have a signed contract. In an ideal situation I would also have 2 witnesses who would witness you signing the contract.
Thought about this a bit more.
This is the most important thing - rather than pay anyone in cash, ask the owner for details of their bank account into which you can pay the monthly charge. That way you will have proof that you paid, when and to whom. If he insists on cash transactions, he is probably not declaring the income to the tax authorities and that is why it is important to have a signed contract. In an ideal situation I would also have 2 witnesses who would witness you signing the contract.
terri
12 Dec 2017
Real Estate / Electricity / Gas cost in Poland [11]
Also ask the owner about 'czynsz' and water. Water should be on your own meter (otherwise you pay an estimated usage). Make sure you have a contract stating how much you pay each month and when. Make sure you read how many months notice you have to give them. Do not hand any money over to anyone without a written receipt stating who, when, what for and how much. Keep all your receipts. You will have to pay a month's deposit.
Make sure that before you move in you take hundreds of photographs of every minute area of the flat. Print those and both of you sign and date them on the back - this will serve as evidence of how the flat was before you moved in, just in case he does not want to give you your deposit back.
Also ask the owner about 'czynsz' and water. Water should be on your own meter (otherwise you pay an estimated usage). Make sure you have a contract stating how much you pay each month and when. Make sure you read how many months notice you have to give them. Do not hand any money over to anyone without a written receipt stating who, when, what for and how much. Keep all your receipts. You will have to pay a month's deposit.
Make sure that before you move in you take hundreds of photographs of every minute area of the flat. Print those and both of you sign and date them on the back - this will serve as evidence of how the flat was before you moved in, just in case he does not want to give you your deposit back.
terri
11 Dec 2017
Life / Why are Poles always so miserable? Why do they never smile? [512]
Why do Poles never smile?
It used to get to me too and in a big way, but for some time now I've tried using a different approach. Why not be the first one to smile at somebody and say 'good morning'. It's very unlikely that they would not answer. Then say 'lovely weather today' and if they ignore you that's fine, but at least you've made the effort. Say 'good morning' when you walk into a shop of any description and someone will say it too.
A very wise, old woman once told me...'you leave your troubles at home and show to the world that you are happy'. You use more face muscles to look miserable than those when you smile....and who wants to look old before their time?. Looking miserable with your head down has never erased any troubles and problems, but feeling happy and even laughing, (even if only for 5 minutes) may put them at the back of your mind for a moment. The problems or miseries will still be there whether you are miserable or happy.
Why do Poles never smile?
It used to get to me too and in a big way, but for some time now I've tried using a different approach. Why not be the first one to smile at somebody and say 'good morning'. It's very unlikely that they would not answer. Then say 'lovely weather today' and if they ignore you that's fine, but at least you've made the effort. Say 'good morning' when you walk into a shop of any description and someone will say it too.
A very wise, old woman once told me...'you leave your troubles at home and show to the world that you are happy'. You use more face muscles to look miserable than those when you smile....and who wants to look old before their time?. Looking miserable with your head down has never erased any troubles and problems, but feeling happy and even laughing, (even if only for 5 minutes) may put them at the back of your mind for a moment. The problems or miseries will still be there whether you are miserable or happy.
terri
9 Dec 2017
Love / Polish guy offered me money for sex [18]
This has nothing to do with culture. A Polish guy will want to marry a Polish girl, but he wants to have sex with you for money. If you are willing to do that - that's your business, but then you know what that makes you. If you do not want that - tell him. What is there to think about? He does not want a relationship leading to marriage - forget that. If he wanted that he would not have offered money.
This has nothing to do with culture. A Polish guy will want to marry a Polish girl, but he wants to have sex with you for money. If you are willing to do that - that's your business, but then you know what that makes you. If you do not want that - tell him. What is there to think about? He does not want a relationship leading to marriage - forget that. If he wanted that he would not have offered money.
terri
1 Dec 2017
News / Goodbye Sunday Shopping in Poland - Hello Electoral Reform [246]
1. If the reason for Sunday closing is that 'people should have a day of rest on a Sunday, as this is a family day' then why are some people treated differently to others. Does a policeman, fireman, doctor, tram diver, bus driver, cook, chef, restaurant owner, seller of candles near a cemetery or even a housewife, a mother not deserve to have a day of rest too? Or are they all second-class citizens and only those working in large supermarkets are counted as first-class citizens deserving a day of rest. The Government suggests that smaller family run stores can remain open - surely those people also deserve a day of rest? Or are they second-class citizens too?
2. The other problem is that if large stores close on Sunday then the income tax which derives from the wages of people who worked on a Sunday will reduce. They get paid extra for Sunday working and may not be able to work extra hours during the week if the stores open a few hours extra. For some people (students, woman) these are the only jobs they can do as they are busy during the week.
3. Prices will also increase as the costs of keeping a store will have to be divided by 6 and not 7 days trading. This will lead to increased inflation, signs of which are already evident in Poland.
1. If the reason for Sunday closing is that 'people should have a day of rest on a Sunday, as this is a family day' then why are some people treated differently to others. Does a policeman, fireman, doctor, tram diver, bus driver, cook, chef, restaurant owner, seller of candles near a cemetery or even a housewife, a mother not deserve to have a day of rest too? Or are they all second-class citizens and only those working in large supermarkets are counted as first-class citizens deserving a day of rest. The Government suggests that smaller family run stores can remain open - surely those people also deserve a day of rest? Or are they second-class citizens too?
2. The other problem is that if large stores close on Sunday then the income tax which derives from the wages of people who worked on a Sunday will reduce. They get paid extra for Sunday working and may not be able to work extra hours during the week if the stores open a few hours extra. For some people (students, woman) these are the only jobs they can do as they are busy during the week.
3. Prices will also increase as the costs of keeping a store will have to be divided by 6 and not 7 days trading. This will lead to increased inflation, signs of which are already evident in Poland.
terri
21 Nov 2017
Language / Short Polish<->English translations [1040]
No, it means 'a local' a person who lives in the locality.
No, it means 'a local' a person who lives in the locality.
terri
24 Oct 2017
Law / How do I verify a Polish company's existence? [240]
It took me 2 seconds to find this company.
By putting the NIP number in your Google search it comes out with Darwin Technologies, located at ul. W. Lindleya 16/302, Warsaw 02-013. Company started on 11th September 2017 and was registered on 7th November 2017. Directors are Kumar Naresh and Khurana Ranana.
Put the address in Google view and see if it is a type of company you want to deal with.
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I must correct the dates that I gave above. I read them in BrE, but obviously they are 11th Sept 2017 and 11th July 2017. Apologies
It took me 2 seconds to find this company.
By putting the NIP number in your Google search it comes out with Darwin Technologies, located at ul. W. Lindleya 16/302, Warsaw 02-013. Company started on 11th September 2017 and was registered on 7th November 2017. Directors are Kumar Naresh and Khurana Ranana.
Put the address in Google view and see if it is a type of company you want to deal with.
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I must correct the dates that I gave above. I read them in BrE, but obviously they are 11th Sept 2017 and 11th July 2017. Apologies
terri
31 Aug 2017
Work / Amway Poland - work - salary [18]
Amway works on the principle of a pyramid scheme. You recruit people (for each one you get something) to buy their very expensive products, then those people recruit other people (they get something and you get something) and so on.
Amway works on the principle of a pyramid scheme. You recruit people (for each one you get something) to buy their very expensive products, then those people recruit other people (they get something and you get something) and so on.
terri
21 Aug 2017
Real Estate / Electricity / Gas cost in Poland [11]
Go to the suppliers who supply gas/electricity. On their websites, the cost per kWH is clearly stated. From the electricity readings it looks as if you are on day/night electricity as have 2 readings.
I've had a look at the gas/elec. that I pay for 57.5m2 in Krakow. Rates may vary.
As a general guide 10 units of gas are 54pln per month. Your gas usage for one month (especially June) is 261 units - this is to say the least far fetched and absolutely ridiculous.
Electricity 250 KwH is 170 pln (this is what I paid for 6 months). You have used 57 KwH for one month.
Go to the suppliers who supply gas/electricity. On their websites, the cost per kWH is clearly stated. From the electricity readings it looks as if you are on day/night electricity as have 2 readings.
I've had a look at the gas/elec. that I pay for 57.5m2 in Krakow. Rates may vary.
As a general guide 10 units of gas are 54pln per month. Your gas usage for one month (especially June) is 261 units - this is to say the least far fetched and absolutely ridiculous.
Electricity 250 KwH is 170 pln (this is what I paid for 6 months). You have used 57 KwH for one month.
terri
19 Aug 2017
Law / Getting Married in Poland without a visa? [23]
Unless you think that getting married in Poland will entitle you to live there.
Unless you think that getting married in Poland will entitle you to live there.
terri
18 Aug 2017
Law / Uber in Poland - illegal [28]
Found a story in which Krakow is fining Uber drivers themselves. krakow.pl/aktualnosci/209707,29,komunikat,zaskakujace_wyniki_kolejnych_kontroli_kierowcow_uber.html
Personally, I do not use taxis nor Uber, so have no interest one way or the other.
Found a story in which Krakow is fining Uber drivers themselves. krakow.pl/aktualnosci/209707,29,komunikat,zaskakujace_wyniki_kolejnych_kontroli_kierowcow_uber.html
Personally, I do not use taxis nor Uber, so have no interest one way or the other.
terri
18 Aug 2017
Law / Uber in Poland - illegal [28]
I'm still continuing my research, but at least found this out.
Uber drivers do not have to have a police check (for previous convictions) nor a medical certificate from a doctor. If you as a passenger get assaulted by an Uber driver (for women - read raped) (for men - read robbed) you will have a hard job persuading the police that you did not get into the car of your own free will. .
I'm still continuing my research, but at least found this out.
Uber drivers do not have to have a police check (for previous convictions) nor a medical certificate from a doctor. If you as a passenger get assaulted by an Uber driver (for women - read raped) (for men - read robbed) you will have a hard job persuading the police that you did not get into the car of your own free will. .
terri
18 Aug 2017
Law / Uber in Poland - illegal [28]
Yes, I agree. All insurance will cover passengers that are travelling with you. However, and this is the sticking point, the normal insurance will not cover those that are being carried by you for money (fare). That is why you have to have the same insurance as all taxi drivers. I do wonder how many Uber drivers carry such insurance.
Just out of interest I will search on google for any stories where Uber drivers were involved in accidents and what happened.
Yes, I agree. All insurance will cover passengers that are travelling with you. However, and this is the sticking point, the normal insurance will not cover those that are being carried by you for money (fare). That is why you have to have the same insurance as all taxi drivers. I do wonder how many Uber drivers carry such insurance.
Just out of interest I will search on google for any stories where Uber drivers were involved in accidents and what happened.
terri
17 Aug 2017
Law / Uber in Poland - illegal [28]
Everything is o.k. with Uber until the time that an accident occurs and the passenger is badly injured. This question has not been covered by anyone.
Everything is o.k. with Uber until the time that an accident occurs and the passenger is badly injured. This question has not been covered by anyone.