A deputy foreign minister in Poland’s previous right-wing government has been charged with exceeding his authority in handling ministry documents, influencing the issuing of Polish visas, and sharing classified information with an unauthorized person in 2022-23.
The charges are related to the alleged sale of visas and work permits to migrants for thousands of dollars. The deputy foreign minister, identified only as Piotr W.
Due to the Polish privacy laws, could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted in a court trial. He protested his innocence and declined to testify. He was released on bail. Eight other people have also been charged in the case, according to the anti-corruption office.
