Deadline: 15 March each year

Annual BDO reporting — waste and packaging

An annual BDO report is submitted by entities whose activities in the reporting year were subject to reporting obligations. We verify records, identify the appropriate report and prepare it in BDO. Having a registration number does not automatically mean you must submit every type of report.

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How we prepare your annual BDO report

First the data, then the form

The report is based on your records

Before entering figures in the system, we check that the documentation is complete and identify which type of report applies to your business.

1
Scope of obligationsWaste, packaging or another area relevant to your operations.
2
Data verificationKPO and KEO records, weight summaries, purchase and sales documents.
3
Preparation and submissionWe complete the appropriate module and provide submission confirmation.

Annual waste reports and product and packaging reports are generally due by 15 March for the previous year. We always confirm the scope for your individual business.

Waste report

data on waste generated
information from KPO and KEO records
waste management activities, where applicable

Products and packaging

weights of products and packaging placed on the market
information on imports, sales and dispatches
obligations specific to the product type

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Do I need to submit a nil report?

There was activity covered by the report

We prepare the appropriate report

The data required depends on your business’s role and records. Gaps must be explained before submission.

There was no such activity

A nil report is usually not required

According to BDO guidance, an entity that did not carry out activities subject to reporting during the year does not submit a nil report.

Failure to submit a required report: the law provides for a fine for failing to file a required report. The PLN 5,000–1,000,000 range does not apply here. Each case must be assessed according to the type of infringement.

Information current as of 12 August 2026. Sources: BDO guidance on deadlines and nil reports and the Waste Act, Article 180a.

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One-off reporting starts at PLN 1,000 net. Tell us about your records, documents and reporting scope. We will confirm the price before you order.

Interested in ongoing support? New subscription clients joining from September 2026 pay a one-off PLN 500 net for the 2026 report (filed in 2027), including reconstruction of 2026 records. Payable before report preparation. Earlier years are excluded. Subsequent annual reports are included within the agreed subscription scope. See subscription terms

Clear answers

Questions about annual BDO reporting

When is the annual BDO reporting deadline?

Annual waste and product and packaging reports are generally due by 15 March for the previous year. Before submission, we check the report type and current legal requirements.

Does every business with a BDO number need to submit a report?

No. A BDO number alone does not mean every report type is required. Your registration scope and the activities actually carried out during the year determine the obligation.

Do I need to submit a nil report?

According to official BDO guidance, an entity that did not carry out activities subject to reporting during the year does not submit a nil report. However, you must confirm that no reportable events took place.

Can a report be submitted after the deadline?

The system allows overdue reports to be submitted. We first organise the data and submit the correct document. Any consequences depend on the legal basis and the circumstances of the case.

How much does preparing an annual BDO report cost?

Prices start at PLN 1,000 excluding VAT and depend on the report type, completeness of records and the amount of data requiring verification or correction.

What documents are needed for a waste report?

Typically, we need KPO and KEO data, a summary of waste codes and weights, information about operating locations and documents explaining any discrepancies. We confirm the exact list after reviewing your registration scope.

Can a submitted BDO report be corrected?

Yes, if an error is found after submission or the source data changes. Before making a correction, the discrepancy must be explained and evidence of the correct figures retained.

Let’s find out what your business needs

A free 15-minute call about your BDO obligations. Choose a topic and suggest a time. We will confirm the appointment and call you.

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