What are the Working Hours in Poland? How about Overtime?

In Poland, working hours and overtime are regulated to ensure clear expectations and fair compensation for employees. Here’s a breakdown of the key regulations:

Working Hours

Full-Time: Employees work 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week. The typical working week is Monday through Friday, with rest days usually on Saturday and Sunday. Employees may request adjustments to their rest days based on personal needs.
Part-Time: Working hours for part-time employees are specified in their employment agreement (EA). The EA must also detail any potential overtime hours and the corresponding compensation.

Overtime Work

Maximum Limits: Employees can work a maximum of 8 hours of overtime per week and 150 hours per year.
Salary for Overtime:
- 200% Salary: For overtime work performed on weekends, public holidays, or annual leave.
- 150% Salary: For overtime work performed on regular days not including weekends, public holidays, or annual leave.

Flexible Working Arrangements

Flexi-Time: Employees raising a child under the age of 8 can request flexible working arrangements, including flexitime, interrupted working time, or weekend work. Employers must respond to these requests in electronic form, either accepting, rejecting, or proposing an alternative arrangement.