This article is for foreigners starting a business in Poland. Profil zaufany (trusted profile) is a free electronic signature for public services. Without it you cannot register a JDG online in CEIDG or log in to ZUS PUE (eZUS) and e-Urząd Skarbowy. You can get it in a day.
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What a foreigner needs
- A PESEL number. Without a PESEL you cannot set up a profil zaufany.
- An email address.
- A mobile phone number for confirmation codes.
- A passport or other ID if you confirm the profile in person.
Option 1: through a Polish bank
The fastest route. If you have an account with online banking at a Polish bank, you can set up the profile there, usually in a few minutes, because the bank has already verified your identity. Most large banks offer this. If yours does not, use the second option.
Option 2: in person at a confirmation point
- Submit the application at pz.gov.pl: your details, PESEL, email and phone.
- Within 14 days, visit a confirmation point (punkt potwierdzający) with your passport, for example a municipal office, a ZUS branch or a tax office.
- The profile is active immediately after confirmation.
Validity and common mistakes
- The profile is valid for 3 years and can be extended online before it expires.
- Your first and last name in the application must match the PESEL register record exactly, including the Latin spelling. If they do not, the bank or confirmation point will refuse.
- If your phone number changes, update it in the profile: without the SMS code you cannot sign documents.
Once the profile is ready, you can register a business. Step by step in how to register a JDG in Poland in 2026. If you would rather not deal with it yourself, we can register the JDG for you.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get a profil zaufany without a PESEL?
No. You need a PESEL first, then you can set up the profile.
How much does it cost?
Nothing, profil zaufany is free.
Can I use profil zaufany to sign documents for ZUS and the tax office?
Yes. It is used to sign applications in ZUS PUE, returns in e-Urząd Skarbowy and registration in CEIDG.
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