A recent survey for Wirtualna Polska found that 52.7% of Poles view the presence of Ukrainians in Poland positively, while 37% have negative opinions, indicating a shift in sentiment.
The United Surveys for Wirtualna Polska poll asked Poles to evaluate the presence of Ukrainians in Poland, focusing on their integration with society and impact on the job market.
The results showed 52.7% positive responses and 37% negative ones, with 10.3% unsure or finding it hard to say.
Although more people still see positives in Ukrainian migration, the current survey shows a decline in positive opinions compared to previous years.
In January 2025, 55.3% had positive views, with 33% negative. In September 2023, it was 64.4% positive and 29.5% negative.
Supporters of the ruling coalition (KO, Lewica, Polska 2050, and PSL) are more positive about Ukrainians (62% positive, 32% negative), while opposition supporters (Konfederacja, PiS) have a ratio of 49% positive to 40% negative.
Dr. Jacek Kucharczyk, president of the Institute of Public Affairs, attributed the shift to political influence and disinformation campaigns.
He noted that anti-Ukrainian sentiment, initially promoted by Konfederacja and later by Prawo i Sprawiedliwość, spread across the political class.
Kucharczyk also highlighted the role of Russian bot-supported disinformation aimed at creating divisions between Poles and Ukrainians.
The Polish Senate recently decided on a bill to help Ukrainian citizens, passing it without amendments.
The law extends the legal stay of Ukrainian war refugees and links social benefits to employment.