How to Avoid Scammers: 5 Signs of a Reliable Employment Agency in Poland

Looking for a welding job in Poland? Discover the 5 main signs of a reliable employment agency and how to avoid scammers when dealing with paperwork or housing.

The field of employment abroad, unfortunately, still attracts unscrupulous middlemen. Every year, thousands of people lose money, receive fake invitations, or end up in a foreign country without a job or a roof over their heads. This is especially true for high-paying technical specialties like welders and locksmiths.

How can you distinguish a reliable partner from a scammer at the stage of a phone call? The experts at Zvaryuvalnyk.xyz have collected the top 5 "red flags" to watch out for.

1. They demand money for employment (The biggest red flag!)

Remember the golden rule: reliable agencies never charge the candidate for finding a job! The services of recruiters are always paid for by the employer (the factory) that needs a qualified specialist. If you are asked to transfer 50-100 euros to a card for "reserving a spot," "translating your CV," or "consulting services"—hang up immediately.

2. They promise a fortune without checking your skills

If you (a welder with no or minimal experience) are immediately promised a rate of 45-50 PLN per hour and no one asks to see your certificates, photos of your welds, or warns you about a practical test ("próbki")—it is a scam. In real European factories, a high rate is always confirmed by practical testing.

3. No clear information about the type of contract

Legal work in Poland is only possible under a signed contract. This can be an Umowa o Pracę (employment contract) or an Umowa Zlecenie (mandate contract). Scammers often avoid direct answers, saying: "We'll figure it out when you get here" or suggest working "black for a month to see how it goes." This is a direct path to unpaid wages and deportation.

4. Hidden fees for housing and documents

A reliable agency will provide a full calculation before your departure: how much you will earn "in hand" (netto), whether free housing is provided, and exactly how much will be deducted for utilities (media). Scammers hide these costs, and after the first paycheck, the worker is surprised to find that 1000 PLN was deducted for a bed and the processing of an invitation.

5. Lack of support after crossing the border

A scammer's goal is to get you to Poland and disappear. Real recruiters always stay in touch. They provide a coordinator who meets you, helps you settle in, and accompanies you to the medical examination (badania lekarskie) and safety briefing (BHP).

How do we work?

The Zvaryuvalnyk.xyz project was created to make the employment of welders and locksmiths transparent and safe.

We do not charge for employment.

We are honest about rates, housing, and testing conditions at the production facility.

We provide free assistance with obtaining Residence Cards (Karta Pobytu) for our workers.

Value your experience and work only with verified partners. Leave a request on our website, and we will find a legal job for you!