Many Poles living in the UK worry about unpaid debts in Poland:
Can a Polish bailiff touch my UK account? Is my income in the UK safe? What can I do about it from abroad?
These are valid questions – especially if you’re unsure whether a court case is already ongoing. At LexbridgeLegal, we help Poles living in the UK manage debt problems in Poland legally and remotely – without having to return home.
⚖️ Can a Polish Bailiff Enforce a Judgment in the UK?
By default – no. A Polish bailiff cannot directly enforce a judgment in the UK. They cannot freeze your UK bank account or contact your employer.
However, a creditor may:
- apply for a European Enforcement Order (EEO),
- ask a UK court to recognise and enforce a Polish judgment,
- sell the debt to an international collection agency.
These steps are more difficult and expensive – but possible. That’s why it’s best to act before things escalate.
🛡️ What Can You Do About a Polish Debt While Living in the UK?
With the help of a lawyer in Poland, you can:
- check the status of your case,
- file an objection if a payment order was issued,
- negotiate with the creditor, request instalments or settle,
- verify if the debt is time-barred,
- dispute unjustified claims,
- consider personal bankruptcy, either in the UK or Poland.
With a signed power of attorney, you don’t need to travel or speak to the bailiff – we handle it all for you.
❗ When Should You Act Quickly?
- If you received letters from a Polish court or enforcement office,
- If you fear enforcement action in the UK,
- If you want to sort things out but don’t know how to start.
The earlier you act, the more solutions are available. Many clients contact us only when it’s too late – for example, when they can’t inherit or sell property.
🤝 How Can LexBridgeLegal Help?
- We assess your situation and the real risks,
- We contact the creditor and court in Poland,
- We build a strategy that works – legally and remotely,
- You stay in the UK while we take care of your legal interests.
