Immigration to Poland 2016-2022, by country of origin

The majority of immigrants in Poland in 2022 were from Ukraine (46 thousand), a decrease of 1.5 percent compared to the previous year.

Immigration to Poland for different reasons

In 2021, over 15 thousand people immigrated to Poland for permanent residence, of which most came from Ukraine, the UK, and Germany, respectively. Furthermore, the majority of immigrants for temporary stay in Poland in 2021 were from Ukraine (46.7 thousand immigrants), an increase of 41.2 percent compared to the previous year. In 2022, most Ukrainian citizens chose Poland as a place for economic emigration. The main reason for that choice was geographical and cultural proximity. Nearly every second respondent valued the low language barrier, and for every third person, the motivation was earnings.

Poles attitudes toward Russia’s war with Ukraine

In 2022, most Poles had a negative attitude toward Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Poles’ biggest concerns about the Russia-Ukraine war were the military threats from Russia and the impact of the war on the condition of the Polish economy. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Poles proved their support for Ukrainians. One of the most common forms of support for refugees fleeing the Russia-Ukraine war to Poland was to provide blankets, food, and hygiene items. Four out of 10 Poles donated money to a charity fundraiser and volunteered in organizations.