Permanent Residence in Poland Based on Polish Origin and Pole’s Card – No need to Stay in Poland to Obtain It
Very often immigrants with polish roots or with Pole’s card mistakenly believe that, in order to obtain permanent residence permit in Poland, they are required to already reside in the country, work, or run a business in Poland at the time of application. However, if you are an active entrepreneur or professional constantly traveling the world, there is great news for you: you can successfully obtain permanent residence permit in Poland without having to change your lifestyle or settle in one place. Freedom of Movement vs. Permanent Residence in Poland In today’s world, many entrepreneurs and professionals of polish descent are accustomed to traveling between countries. There is no need to change this rhythm of life to obtain permanent residence permit in Poland based on Polish origin or the Pole’s Card. You can continue your activities around the world while securing permanent residence permit in Poland. Our clients — successful business owners, executives, and international professionals who live and work globally — have already taken advantage of this opportunity. You don’t need to pause your activities or relocate to Poland immediately to qualify for permanent residency. It is enough to declare your intention to make Poland your permanent base in the future. You can start working or running a business in Poland after receiving your permanent residence permit. Declaration of Intention for permanent residence permit in Poland To successfully obtain permanent residence permit in Poland based on Polish origin or the Pole’s Card, it is enough to declare your intent to remain in Poland for permanent residence, as well as your willingness to work, study, or conduct business in Poland after obtaining permanent residency and moving to the country. This means that you are not obligated to immediately move to Poland and give up your international responsibilities. We understand that your business or work may require you to be present in different parts of the world, and this will not hinder your ability to secure permanent residency in Poland. Our Clients Have Already Used This Opportunity Many of our clients — business owners, top managers, and international company specialists — successfully obtain permanent residence permit in Poland while continuing to live and work in different countries. We manage the entire process for you, ensuring that your case progresses while you focus on your professional duties. How Can We Help? Our law firm offers full support throughout the permanent residency application process in Poland. We understand the unique needs of clients who are constantly on the move, and we help them obtain permanent residency in Poland without unnecessary hassle. Our experienced polish lawyer, Patryk Przeździecki, ensures the success of your case, regardless of where you are at the moment. If you have polish roots or hold a Pole’s Card and are actively running a business or working globally, we can help you obtain PR in Poland without requiring you to change your lifestyle. Contact us for an initial legal consultation, and we will explain how you can start the permanent residency process today. We provide full support, from filing the application to obtaining permanent residence permit in Poland, so that you can continue your international activities without any restrictions.
Apostille and Legalization of Foreign Documents in Poland in 2025 — Don’t Be Misled by False Information
Recently, a wave of misinformation has been spreading online claiming that on May 12, 2025 the President of Poland signed amendments to the legislation, according to which foreign state documents (such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, name change certificates, etc.) will be accepted by Polish authorities only if they have an apostille or legalization. As a professional immigration law firm in Poland, we would like to clarify that this information is false and misleading. The Truth Behind the Headlines The President of Poland has NOT signed any legal amendments introducing such a requirement. No such law has come into force, nor are there any officially published legislative proposals currently under review. The rules regarding recognition of foreign official documents in Poland have not changed. What Rules Apply Now? The recognition of foreign official documents in Poland has always been regulated by bilateral agreements signed between Poland and certain countries. This means: If your country has a bilateral agreement with Poland regarding mutual recognition of documents — no apostille or legalization is required. If there is no such agreement — your document must be either legalized or have an apostille to be accepted by Polish authorities. Why This Matters Following misleading or unofficial information can result in: Wasted time and money on unnecessary legalization/apostille, Unjustified stress or panic. What Should You Do? If you’re applying for TRC in Poland, PRC in Poland, Polish citizenship, marriage, or you’re in the process of any other administrative procedures in Poland: Do not trust rumors or unofficial sources. Consult with a qualified legal advisor. Check if your country has an agreement with Poland. Our Support Our experienced team of lawyers and immigration specialists provides consultations to foreigners on issues of document recognition, legalization and registration of stay in Poland. Sign up for a legal consultation to: check the requirements for your documents, avoid negative decisions in administrative proceedings, get professional legal assistance. Book your legal consultation today! Be careful. Trust only verified sources and professional lawyers.
Poland Introduces National Day of Remembrance of Home Army Soldiers (February 14)
On January 9, 2025, the Polish Parliament officially established February 14 as the National Day of Remembrance of Home Army Soldiers (Narodowy Dzień Pamięci Żołnierzy Armii Krajowej). This national holiday honors the brave men and women of the Home Army (Armia Krajowa, AK), Poland’s largest underground resistance movement during World War II. The choice of February 14 is symbolic, as it marks the founding of the Home Army on February 14, 1942. Why Was This Holiday Established? The Home Army (AK) was crucial in the fight against Nazi Germany’s occupation of Poland and later resisted Soviet influence. Despite their heroism, many Home Army soldiers were persecuted by the communist regime after the war. This holiday officially recognizes their sacrifices and ensures their legacy is preserved in Poland’s national memory. The Role of the Home Army in Polish History Formation and Purpose (1942) – The Home Army was created by the Polish government-in-exile in London to unify underground resistance efforts against Nazi Germany. Sabotage and Intelligence Operations – The AK carried out thousands of attacks on German infrastructure, including railway lines and supply depots, while also providing intelligence to the Allies, including information about Nazi secret weapons like the V-2 rocket. Warsaw Uprising (1944) – One of the most significant actions of the Home Army, the Warsaw Uprising was a 63-day battle against the German occupation, aimed at liberating Poland’s capital before the Soviet army arrived. Persecution by the Communists – After the war, the Soviet-backed communist regime labeled Home Army soldiers as enemies, imprisoning and executing many who had fought for Poland’s freedom. How This Holiday Affects Foreigners Applying for Polish Residency If you are applying for a permanent residence permit based on Polish heritage, this new holiday is particularly important. Polish immigration officers may ask about national holidays and historical events during interviews, as knowledge of Polish culture and history is often a factor in evaluating applications. How to Prepare for Your Interview Learn the Key Facts: Understand who the Home Army was, what they did, and why February 14 is important. Be Ready for Questions: If asked about Polish history, being able to explain this holiday will show your cultural awareness and connection to Poland. Show Respect for Polish Traditions: Being knowledgeable about Poland’s national holidays demonstrates a commitment to integrating into Polish society. If you need help with your permanent residence application or want to prepare for your immigration interview, our law firm specializes in Polish immigration law and can assist you.
Permanent Residence in Poland Based on Polish Origin and Pole’s Card – No need to Stay in Poland to Obtain It
Very often immigrants with polish roots or with Pole’s card mistakenly believe that, in order to obtain permanent residence permit in Poland, they are required to already reside in the country, work, or run a business in Poland at the time of application. However, if you are an active entrepreneur or professional constantly traveling the world, there is great news for you: you can successfully obtain permanent residence permit in Poland without having to change your lifestyle or settle in one place. Freedom of Movement vs. Permanent Residence in Poland In today’s world, many entrepreneurs and professionals of polish descent are accustomed to traveling between countries. There is no need to change this rhythm of life to obtain permanent residence permit in Poland based on Polish origin or the Pole’s Card. You can continue your activities around the world while securing permanent residence permit in Poland. Our clients — successful business owners, executives, and international professionals who live and work globally — have already taken advantage of this opportunity. You don’t need to pause your activities or relocate to Poland immediately to qualify for permanent residency. It is enough to declare your intention to make Poland your permanent base in the future. You can start working or running a business in Poland after receiving your permanent residence permit. Declaration of Intention for permanent residence permit in Poland To successfully obtain permanent residence permit in Poland based on Polish origin or the Pole’s Card, it is enough to declare your intent to remain in Poland for permanent residence, as well as your willingness to work, study, or conduct business in Poland after obtaining permanent residency and moving to the country. This means that you are not obligated to immediately move to Poland and give up your international responsibilities. We understand that your business or work may require you to be present in different parts of the world, and this will not hinder your ability to secure permanent residency in Poland. Our Clients Have Already Used This Opportunity Many of our clients — business owners, top managers, and international company specialists — successfully obtain permanent residence permit in Poland while continuing to live and work in different countries. We manage the entire process for you, ensuring that your case progresses while you focus on your professional duties. How Can We Help? Our law firm offers full support throughout the permanent residency application process in Poland. We understand the unique needs of clients who are constantly on the move, and we help them obtain permanent residency in Poland without unnecessary hassle. Our experienced polish lawyer, Patryk Przeździecki, ensures the success of your case, regardless of where you are at the moment. If you have polish roots or hold a Pole’s Card and are actively running a business or working globally, we can help you obtain PR in Poland without requiring you to change your lifestyle. Contact us for an initial legal consultation, and we will explain how you can start the permanent residency process today. We provide full support, from filing the application to obtaining permanent residence permit in Poland, so that you can continue your international activities without any restrictions.
Sign Power of Attorney and Protect yourself from the Most Popular reason for Refusal in TRC in Poland
1. What is “Power-of-Attorney”? “Power-of-attorney” is a legal document that allows you to appoint a lawyer, attorney or any other natural person that has capacity to enter into legal transactions to communicate and make decisions on your behalf with respect to court proceedings, properties, finances, children and so on. In immigration cases “power-of-attorney” allows you to officially appoint a person that will represent you in the whole proceeding, take your correspondence from the Immigration Office and guide your immigration case by making decisions on your behalf. In details, this legal document allows: to represent you, your interests and speak on your behalf before not only Immigration Office but also before all public administration bodies in Poland at all stages of your administrative proceedings; to represent you in administrative courts, supreme administrative court and other government authorities; to arrange all formalities regarding your immigrationn issues; to provide all information and submit statements and explanation in your administrative proceedings; to sign documents on your behalf that are required in your case; to contact officials appointed to resolve your case; to receive decisions and any documents regarding your case and so on. However, it should be mentioned that each Power of attorney is individual and may include different permissions to act on your behalf. Above we described the basic permissions for our immigration lawyer Patryk Przedziecki and immigration specialists to handle clients’ immigration cases. However, the list of permissions can be both expanded and narrowed depending on your case and desire. 2. The most popular reason for refusal in TRC in Poland! Do you know one of the most popular reasons for obtaining a negative decision from the Immigration Office regarding foreigners’ TRC in Poland cases? The reason is simple – foreigners do not receive correspondence from the Immigration Office on time, and according to the laws of Poland, the Immigration Office automatically closes their case. This situation worsens even more if your visa (visa-free travel period, residence card, etc.) has already expired and you stayed in Poland legally only on the basis of a stamp in your passport or confirmation of sending an application for TRC by mail. After all, leaving your application for a residence permit without consideration gives you only a few days to leave the territory of Poland. If you have not received this notification too, then after a while you may find out that you were illegally staying on the territory of Poland. 3. Who is responsible in this situation? Is it the fault of the applicant or the Immigration office? Each case is individual. That’s why it is difficult to say whether it’s the fault of the applicant or the Immigration Office. There are some situations that usually cause this problem: Foreigners don’t check their mail boxes regularly. Foreigners don’t inform the Immigration Office about the change of their correspondence address on time. In case foreigners rent a dorm, hostel or room someone else can take their correspondence. Mistakes from the side of employees of Poczta Polska. 4. What is the legal basis of automatic refusal in your residence permit in Poland case? Pursuant to Article 44 §2 and §1 of the Code of Administrative Procedure of Poland it is considered that in the event of failure to collect the parcel within 14 days from the date of notification, the Service of the Post office is completed. It allows the Immigration Office to leave your immigration case without consideration or issue the negative decision, as you “received” their official request and didn’t complete all the required actions and documents within the prescribed period. “Pursuant to Article 44 §2 of the Code of Administrative Procedure, the notice of leaving the letter together with the information on the possibility of its collection within 7 days, counting from the date of leaving the notice in the place specified in §1, is placed in the mailbox or, if it is not possible, on the door of the apartment of the addressee, his office or other place in which the addressee performs his professional activities, or in a visible place at the entrance to the addressee’s property. In the event of failure to collect the parcel within the time limit referred to in §2, a repeated notification about the possibility of collecting the parcel within 14 days from the date of the first notification remains. Service is considered completed on the end of the last day of the period referred to in §1, and the letter is left in the case files.” 5. What is the solution to this problem? Why do you need “Power-of-Attorney”? The solution of the described above danger is quite simple – just sign “Power-of-Attorney” with the lawyer or immigration specialist you trust and allow them to control the whole process of your immigration case. It will help you to protect yourself from the most popular reason for refusal in TRC in Poland! We always recommend our сlients purchase legal assistance services with a “Power-of-Attorney” option, as this allows us to relieve you of all the difficulties of managing your case and communicating with the Immigration Office. What is more, it allows you to travel with peace of mind throughout the entire process of your TRC in Poland case, as we are always there and control all correspondence related to your case. 6. What should I do if the Immigration Office has already closed my case because I didn’t get their letter? If you have already received a negative decision or your residence permit in Poland application was left without consideration due to not receiving a parcel with notification from the Immigration Office, you can send a complaint or file a formal application with complaint to the Administrative Court. However, the result of your complaint will depend not only on your individual circumstances, but also on the legal correctness of the complaint. If you find yourself in a difficult situation, you can always seek help from our immigration attorney Patryk Przeździecki. He always effectively helps not
Count days of Your stay in Poland from the first days of immigration!
Responsible calculation and recording of the dates of all travels within Poland, as well as within the EU and beyond their borders, is the responsibility of every foreign citizen who plans to immigrate to Poland. WHERE CAN THIS SKILL BE USEFUL FOR YOU? 1 – Travel on the basis of a visa-free regime or Schengen visa 2 – Obtaining a long-term EU residence card in Poland 3 – Obtaining citizenship of the Republic of Poland WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF INCORRECT CALCULATION OF DAYS OF YOUR STAY IN POLAND AND EU? 1 – Illegal stay in the EU and, as a result, a restriction on entry into the EU in the future, as well as a fine 2 – Difficulties in obtaining a long-term EU residence card in Poland Namely, there may be problems with confirming the required 5-year legal and continuous stay on the territory of Poland. This is one of the most common reasons for denial of a long-term EU residence card in Poland application! It is quite common for foreigners to miscalculate a couple of days, as well as not to take into account the requirements of “continuous stay”. Continuous stay – the stay of a foreigner on the territory of Poland with breaks not exceeding 6 months, while the total duration of all breaks did not exceed 10 months. (with some exceptions) 3 – Difficulties in obtaining Polish citizenship With obtaining Polish citizenship, the situation is the same as with the long-term EU residence card, but sometimes it can be even more complicated. Since in order to obtain Polish citizenship, in some cases foreigners have to prove their 10-year legal and continuous stay on the territory of Poland. HOW TO KNOW THE DAYS OF YOUR STAY? Unfortunately, the Polish Border Service does not provide foreigners with data on their entry and exit dates from the territory of Poland. Such information can only be obtained by the relevant state authorities upon official request. So, for example, the Immigration Office “Urząd do Spraw Cudzoziemców” will send an official request to the border guard to receive information about your stay in Poland. HOW TO COUNT THE DAYS OF YOUR STAY IN POLAND? The main confirmation of your entry and exit from the territory of Poland and the EU can be stamps in your passport. HOWEVER, if you are traveling on the basis of a residence card, then it will no longer be possible to track the days of your stay by stamps, since the border guards do not fix it in your passport. Moreover, travel within the European Union should also be taken into account, but this will not be noted in the passport. Therefore, you can also track the dates of entries and exits by using your tickets for a plane, train, bus, and so on. WHAT IS THE SOLUTION OF THIS PROBLEM? The best solution of this problem is to strictly count the days of your travels and stays from the first days of immigration to Poland. This will definitely simplify the process of legalization of your stay in Poland and, of course, increase the chances of obtaining a long-term EU residence card and Polish citizenship in the shortest possible time. If you have difficulties with counting the days of your stay and you are not sure about the “continuity” of your stay on the territory of Poland, you can always sign up for a legal consultation with our immigration specialists or a lawyer. We will always be happy to help you with the solution of all problems.
6 signs of Immigration SCAM in Poland. Be careful of fake documents!
1. What is Immigration SCAM? Immigration SCAM on the Internet is a serious criminal offense. Did you know that not only distributors and creators of forged documents are subject to criminal penalties? Few people know, but those who use and present false documents or false information about themselves to customs, border control, any immigration authorities or just the police can also be charged with a crime and are the subject to any criminal penalties. What is more, it is quite difficult even for professional experienced attorneys to prove your innocence in Court in case you are just a victim of immigration SCAM. Unfortunately, many immigrants are too easy targets for scammers. Now we are talking about immigrants who do not understand the immigration process and the requirements of Poland for immigrants, and also do not speak Polish or at least English. Moreover, people who are not familiar with the bureaucratic processes of obtaining Polish documents and want to get a guarantee of 100% result in the shortest possible time. Currently, the immigration SCAM in Poland targets immigrants at all stages of the immigration process. For example, you may be offered a visa to Poland, then a work permit and a residence permit in Poland. However, you will receive fake documents and you can understand it already when your documents are checked by state authorities. Therefore, we invite you to familiarize yourself with the main features of an immigration scam and advice from our attorney below. 2. 6 signs of Immigration SCAM 1 SIGN – The Website does not display a padlock in the address bar A padlock icon in the address bar of your screen proves the security of its visitors. Just check the upper left-hand corner of your screen with the website. Only secure websites have a padlock icon together with the SSL certificate there. Also, secure websites start with HTTPS, not HTTP one. It is important to mention that even if the website appears secure, be cautious and check other features of immigration SCAM on the Internet. Be careful with insecure websites, as these people do not want to show their personal information. What is more, any personal, financial and sensitive information that you enter on such websites can be stolen. 2 SIGN – The URL of the website is totally different from the name of the company If you see the logo and the name of the company is “Nowak&Macijew Partners” but the URL of the website is www.immigration-specialist-pl.com it looks like a not reputable law firm or immigration agency. It is possible that this website is fake. 3 SIGN – “Guaranteed” polish documents in the shortest possible time It is understandable that each immigrant expects a guarantee and short waiting period when paying for legal help in the process of immigration and/or obtaining polish documents. However, it is impossible to predict the final decision of the Embassy of Poland, the Immigration Office and any other public authority. Unfortunately, the decision does not depend only on the quality of the work of a lawyer/immigration specialist. It also depends on the effectiveness of cooperation between lawyer/immigration specialist and immigrant, individual situation and personal history of immigrant, supporting documents of immigrant and so on. That’s why be careful if you see emails, phone calls or websites offering you a “guaranteed” polish documents (e.g. polish visa, residence permit, work permit, etc.), special immigration offers that are too good to be true, a better paying job, faster processing of your application. It can be an immigration SCAM. 4 SIGN – The offer of TRC in Poland without need to come to Poland and personal application The process of obtaining TRC in Poland is quite long and difficult. In order to get TRC in Poland you have to meet certain requirements of the Immigration Office. For example, you have to be in Poland legally and have justification for your stay in Poland for more than 90 days. What is more, you have to apply for TRC in the Immigration Office personally by submitting the whole package of required documents, your fingerprints and passport. The same situation with obtaining a temporary residence card that is already ready. You can take it from the Immigration only personally. NO ONE can apply for TRC or take your TRC card from the Immigration office WITHOUT YOUR PERSONAL PRESENCE. 5 SIGN – Payment requests to personal bank accounts + Requests not to indicate the purpose of the bank transfer A reputable immigration law firm or agency will never ask you to make payment for legal services to a personal bank account of someone. What is more, they will never ask you to make a bank transfer without indication of the purpose of payment. In Poland reputable companies ask clients, for example: to make bank transfer to the bank account of their company with the title of purchased services; to make payment through official secure payment systems, like DotPay.pl; to make bank transfer on the basis of official Invoice Pro that was issued specially for you with your personal data and so on. For example, our law firm “Legal Immigration Poland” most often uses the official payment system DotPay.pl in order to offer clients an easy and secure way of payment for our legal services. 6 SIGN – Poor website content “Poor website content” doesn’t mean only grammatical and orthographic mistakes in the content. It also means that there are no NIP and REGON identification numbers of the company, Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, etc. 3. Consequences of Immigration SCAM Most immigrants are sure that if you are just a victim of immigration fraud and you didn’t know that you used a fake document, then the only problem is wasted money that you voluntarily sent to scammers. However, the situation is completely different as it also causes serious immigration consequences. As we have already mentioned in the beginning of this article, “those who use and present false documents or false information about themselves to customs,