The tax office is interested in foreign marriages. It checks whether they are entitled to joint PIT

Foreign couples in Poland are facing scrutiny from tax authorities regarding their marital property status for joint tax filings. The tax office is particularly interested in marriages from India, as many foreign couples struggle to prove they meet the criteria for joint tax benefits. Joint tax filing is advantageous for couples with differing income levels or when one spouse earns below the tax-free threshold. However, foreign couples must establish which country's laws govern their marital property. In some countries, like the UK and India, marital property does not automatically arise upon marriage, requiring additional agreements. Tax authorities may request documentation to verify marital property status, and discrepancies can lead to denied tax benefits. A recent case highlighted that even long-term residents may face challenges if their marriage does not align with Polish property laws.