Payment demand, e-court, mediation and arbitration. How to recover money from a Polish counterparty.
Introduction
Most commercial disputes start with a demand for payment. When that is not enough, the creditor can use electronic writ-of-payment proceedings (e-court), ordinary proceedings, mediation or arbitration.
How it works
- the e-court issues payment orders in monetary cases, entirely online
- claims related to business activity are usually time-barred after 3 years
- mediation is cheaper and faster if the parties are willing to talk
- foreign judgments from the EU are recognised in Poland under a simplified procedure
Why it matters and what is important
The cheapest dispute is the one prevented by a good contract and counterparty verification before signing. In a dispute time matters, because the debtor’s assets may disappear.
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This article is general in nature and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Legal status as of 17 October 2026.
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