Information has emerged in Poland about a possible initiative by the PiS party regarding Ukrainians of conscription age who do not have official employment. Currently, this is not a law or a decision by the Polish authorities, but rather media reports citing unnamed sources. InPoland writes about this.
Deportation of Ukrainians from Poland: what PiS allegedly proposes
According to the publication, sources linked to PiS leadership have reportedly indicated an idea to deport men of conscription age who are not officially employed back to Ukraine. There were also discussions about creating special centers to expedite the deportation process.
However, at the time of publication, there is no official draft law, decision from the Polish government, or statements from competent authorities that would introduce such rules. Therefore, it is premature to talk about the start of deportations or new obligations for Ukrainians.
PiS is an opposition party. Even a public political proposal does not automatically change migration legislation. This requires a legislative process, the adoption of a document, and its entry into force.
Will Ukrainians without official jobs be deported
According to current Polish rules, the absence of official employment is not an automatic ground for deportation. A Ukrainian with temporary protection status or another legal right to reside may not have an employment contract.
A different situation arises when a person is in the country illegally or works without the necessary documents. In such cases, the Border Guard may initiate a return obligation procedure. This is an individual administrative decision, not a collective deportation by age or nationality.
The return decision is made by the Polish Border Guard. The person has the right to appeal, and the grounds for the decision are clearly defined by law.
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What this means for Ukrainians in Poland
Currently, Ukrainians do not need to obtain new documents or leave Poland due to this information. For men of conscription age who are legally in the country, the information about a possible PiS initiative does not automatically change their status.
At the same time, those who work without proper documentation or have issues with their papers should check their migration status. It is the violation of employment rules or legal residence, rather than the absence of work as such, that can have legal consequences.
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