Poland's July Registered Unemployment Rises to 5.9%
Poland's registered unemployment rate climbed to 5.9% in July 2026, with approximately 98,600 unemployed people registered with job offices—a 17.7% rise month-on-month but 9.1% fewer than the same period last year.
Poland's registered unemployment rate at the end of July 2026 reached 5.9%, up from 5.8% in June, according to preliminary data from Poland's Labour Ministry. The number of officially registered unemployed persons stood at around 98,600—an increase of 14,800 (or 17.7%) from June but down 9,800 (9.1%) year-on-year.
Regional variation
Unemployment rates varied significantly across Poland's regions: the Greater Poland region had the lowest rate at 3.8%, while the Warmian-Masurian region in the northeast recorded the highest at 9.3%.
Despite the month-on-month rise, the labour market remains historically tight. Poland's unemployment sits well below pre-pandemic norms and far below the EU average, reflecting persistent labour shortages across key sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, construction, and services. The slight seasonal uptick in July is typical for this time of year.
If you are a foreign worker or expat seeking employment in Poland, this data underscores both the challenge and the opportunity: employers continue to struggle to fill vacancies, which improves your bargaining position. However, competition for roles may intensify slightly during late summer. If you are considering a job change or relocation, early autumn (September–October) traditionally sees renewed hiring activity as companies adjust budgets post-summer.
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