If you're planning to start your own business in Poland, one of the first steps is creating a Trusted Profile (Profil Zaufany). This secure digital identification allows you to interact with Polish public institutions online, including submitting documents and registering a sole proprietorship (jednoosobowa działalność gospodarcza). Best of all, it's completely free.
📋 What You Need
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| PESEL Number | A unique identification number assigned to Polish citizens. |
| Bank Account | Used to verify your identity through your bank. |
🔧 Step-by-Step Guide: Creating Profil Zaufany via Your Bank
Go to the official portal: Visit ePUAP — Central Office of IT in Public Administration.
Click 'Log in' and select Trusted Profile:
- Click Zaloguj się (Log in).
- Select Profil zaufany (Trusted Profile).
- Click Zaloguj się przy pomocy banku lub innego dostawcy (Log in using a bank or other provider).
Choose your bank: From the list, choose the bank where you have an account.
Log in through your bank's system:
- 🔑 Enter your login.
- 🔑 Enter your password.
- 📧 Possibly re-enter your email.
- 📲 Confirm your identity using an SMS code.
Complete registration: After verification, your Trusted Profile will be created. You'll receive confirmation by email.
🔐 Logging Into Profil Zaufany
- Go to the Profil Zaufany website.
- Log in using your bank's icon under "Zaloguj się przez bank" (Log in via Bank).
💡 Tip: To avoid logging in via your bank every time, create a username and password in your profile settings.
If you have trouble setting up your password:
- Use the 'Forgot password?' option.
- Reset it via email.
- Set a new password.
💼 Why Profil Zaufany Is Important
With your Trusted Profile, you can:
- 📝 Submit applications to start a business (jednoosobowa działalność).
- 💼 File tax declarations.
- 🔒 Communicate securely with government institutions.
- 🌐 Access many electronic services offered by the Polish government.
✅ Conclusion
Creating a Profil Zaufany may seem technical at first, but it's a simple process if you have your PESEL number and banking details. Using your bank as a verification method streamlines setup and ensures secure authentication of your identity.
Now that your Trusted Profile is set up, you're one step closer to officially launching your business in Poland!
📌 Follow our upcoming guides on starting and managing a business in Poland!