For Ukrainians in Poland
Free education and career resources for Ukrainians in Krakow
Verified options for language, mentoring, and skills. Every TEEI programme is free and open to 90,000+ Ukrainians already living in Lesser Poland.
Language Learning
Free Language Courses in Krakow
6 verified programmes for Ukrainians in Krakow. TEEI conversation practice is free and online. Local courses are listed alongside.
TEEI Language Programmes
Free, fully online, run by The Educational Equality Institute. Join from anywhere with an internet connection.
TEEI Language Connect
- Language
- English
- Format
- online
- Level
- A1-C2
- Cost
- Free
1-to-1 video practice with volunteer conversation partners
See detailsBabbel (via TEEI)
- Language
- Polish
- Format
- online
- Level
- A1-B2
- Cost
- Free
Access through TEEI language programme
See detailsLocal Language Courses in Krakow
In-person and hybrid courses in Krakow. Many are free for refugees through government funding.
Centrum Jezykowe Glossa Krakow
- Language
- Polish
- Format
- in-person
- Level
- A1-C2
- Cost
- Reduced rates for refugees; some free group courses available
Polish language courses for foreigners with placement testing
Visit ProviderJagiellonian University School of Polish Language and Culture
- Language
- Polish
- Format
- in-person
- Level
- A1-C2
- Cost
- Free courses available for refugees through university programmes
Academic Polish language courses with cultural immersion
Visit ProviderFundacja Zustricz (Zustricz Foundation)
- Language
- Polish
- Format
- in-person
- Level
- A1-B2
- Cost
- Free
Free Polish courses specifically for Ukrainian refugees in Krakow
Visit ProviderTech Training & Upskilling in Krakow
Free and funded training in web development, data, and design. TEEI provides DataCamp access and structured upskilling at no cost.
Google Career Certificates
IT Support, Data Analytics, Project Management, UX Design, Cybersecurity
- Cost
- Free for refugees via scholarship
Codecool Krakow
Full-stack Development, Software Testing, Cybersecurity
- Cost
- Scholarships available for refugees
12-month intensive programming courses with job guarantee
View ProgrammeUniversity Access in Krakow
Universities in Lesser Poland with pathways for Ukrainians: guest auditing, preparatory tracks, online degrees.
Jagiellonian University (Uniwersytet Jagiellonski)
Refugee access programme and fee waivers for Ukrainian students
- Eligibility
- Ukrainian students with documented academic background
- Cost
- Fee waivers available for Ukrainian refugees
AGH University of Krakow
Engineering and technology programmes with refugee support
- Eligibility
- Refugees with STEM background and Polish or English proficiency
- Cost
- Fee waivers available for Ukrainian citizens
Kiron Open Higher Education
Online degree pathways for refugees
- Eligibility
- Refugees and displaced persons
- Cost
- Free
Career & Employment
Career Resources for Ukrainians in Krakow
Free career mentoring through TEEI, plus local employers, job boards, and counselling services. Technology is Krakow's anchor sector.
Major Employers with Refugee Initiatives
Public hiring programmes and integration initiatives for refugees in Krakow.
Philip Morris International Krakow
Shared Services / Technology
Refugee Integration ProgrammeGlobal shared services centre with diversity and inclusion programmes
View CareersJob Boards & Employment Portals
Where to look for jobs in Krakow: refugee-focused boards, government portals, and the major national platforms.
Urzad Pracy Krakow (Krakow Employment Office)
Public employment services and job listings
- Language
- pl
Career Counselling & Mentoring
TEEI Mentorship pairs you with a professional in your field for free, ongoing one-to-one guidance. Local services add qualification-recognition support.
TEEI Mentors for Ukraine
1-to-1 career mentoring with professionals
- Cost
- Free
Urzad Pracy Krakow (Krakow Employment Office)
Government employment services and career guidance
- Cost
- Free
Centrum Pomocy Prawnej im. Haliny Niec (Halina Niec Legal Aid Centre)
Free legal advice on employment rights for refugees
- Cost
- Free
TEEI in Krakow
How The Educational Equality Institute Supports Ukrainians in Krakow
2 active TEEI programmes serve Ukrainians in Krakow and across Poland. Free, online, run with volunteer mentors and language partners over secure video. For the wider picture, see all of Poland or browse by country.
Language Connect
PilotMentors for Ukraine
PilotCommunity & Support
Ukrainian Community Resources in Krakow
Ukrainian community groups, integration counselling, and government refugee services in Krakow. Housing, legal advice, document services, cultural events.
Ukrainian Organisations
Fundacja Zustricz (Zustricz Foundation)
Ukrainian community and integration foundation
- Free Polish language courses
- Legal counselling
- Cultural events
- Community networking for Ukrainians
Fundacja Ukraina (Ukraine Foundation)
Ukrainian integration and support
- Legal assistance
- Employment support
- Housing help
- Psychological support
Konsulat Generalny Ukrainy w Krakowie (Ukrainian Consulate General)
Consular services
- Document services
- Passport renewal
- Legal assistance
Integration & Welfare Support
Integration counselling, family support, employment guidance, housing assistance. Usually free for refugees.
Centrum Wielokulturowe w Krakowie (Multicultural Centre Krakow)
Municipal integration centre
- Orientation for newcomers
- Polish language practice
- Cultural integration events
- Information and referrals
Caritas Archidiecezji Krakowskiej
Integration and humanitarian support
- Housing assistance
- Material aid
- Counselling services
- Polish language courses
Polish Red Cross Krakow (Polski Czerwony Krzyz)
Humanitarian support
- Material assistance
- Medical referrals
- Family reunification tracing
Government Refugee Services
Residence permits, asylum processing, qualification recognition, and integration referrals. Essential for legal status.
Malopolski Urzad Wojewodzki (Lesser Poland Voivodeship Office)
Regional government refugee services
- PESEL UKR registration
- Temporary protection documentation
- Social benefits coordination
Urzad Pracy Krakow (Krakow Employment Office)
Public employment services
- Job placement assistance
- Vocational training referrals
- Career counselling
- Labour market information
Common Questions
Questions about resources in Krakow
The blockers that come up most often. Anything else: contact@theeducationalequalityinstitute.org.
What free Polish courses are available for Ukrainians in Krakow?
Fundacja Zustricz offers free Polish language courses specifically for Ukrainian refugees in Krakow. Jagiellonian University provides academic Polish courses with free options for refugees. TEEI Language Connect offers free online Polish and English conversation practice with volunteers.
Do I need a PESEL UKR number to work in Krakow?
Yes. Ukrainian refugees with temporary protection must obtain a PESEL UKR number at the Malopolski Urzad Wojewodzki. This number gives you access to social benefits, healthcare, and the legal right to work. The registration process is free and can be completed at municipal offices.
Are there free tech training programmes for refugees in Krakow?
Yes. DataCamp access is free through TEEI for data science. Google Career Certificates offers refugee scholarships for IT courses. Codecool Krakow provides 12-month programming courses with scholarships for refugees. Krakow has a strong IT sector with many English-speaking roles.
How can I get career mentoring in Krakow as a Ukrainian professional?
TEEI Mentors for Ukraine offers free 1-to-1 career mentoring with professionals. The Krakow Employment Office provides career guidance. Halina Niec Legal Aid Centre offers free legal advice on employment rights for refugees.
What are the best job boards for finding work in Krakow?
Pracuj.pl is Poland's largest job board. No Fluff Jobs and Just Join IT list tech roles with transparent salaries, many in English. The Krakow Employment Office (Urzad Pracy) posts public sector and local positions. Krakow's tech sector has many English-language openings.
One clear step in Krakow
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