How to Create a Trusted Profile (Profil Zaufany) in Poland

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

1. Go to the official portal: Visit ePUAP — Central Office of IT in Public Administration.

2. 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).

3. Choose your bank: From the list, choose the bank where you have an account.

4. 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.

5. 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!