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Poland
StatusLicence required
RegulatorKomendant Wojewódzki Policji (licence); Ministry of the Interior and Administration (register of detective businesses)
Who holds the licenceIndividuals and agencies
Minimum age21
ExperienceNone; no disciplinary dismissal from police, border guard, security services, army, prosecution, courts or public administration in the last 5 years
ExamNo
TrainingCourse on personal data protection, classified information, detectives' rights and duties and running a detective business, or a decision recognising an EU professional qualification (art. 29)
Bond or insuranceCompulsory civil liability (OC) insurance for the business
RenewalLicence issued for an indefinite period
ReciprocityEU/EEA firms must notify the interior minister before providing temporary services; EU qualifications can be recognised.
Recording callsOne-party consent

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