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Residence Permit & Citizenship21 October 2026

When Does the 5-Year Period in Poland Come to an End? How Are Residence and Citizenship Periods Calculated?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

“It has been five years since my first entry into Poland. Can I now apply for permanent residence or citizenship?” The answer to this question cannot always be determined simply by counting the years. This is because, under Polish immigration law: the date of first entry into Poland, the period spent on a visa, the period spent as a student, and the period spent working, but

Residence Permit & Citizenship18 October 2026

My Residence Application Has Been Rejected: Do I Have to Leave Poland Immediately? Can I Stay If I Appeal?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

One of the situations that causes the most concern for foreign nationals applying for a residence permit in Poland is receiving a negative residence decision (decyzja odmowna) after a long wait. This is particularly true for those who submitted their application months or even years ago and whose previous visa or residence permit has expired in the meantime.

Residence Permit & Citizenship30 September 2026

Permanent Residence or Long-Term EU Residence? What is the Difference Between Them, and Which is More Advantageous?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

The two statuses most frequently confused by foreign nationals who have been living in Poland for several years are as follows: Zezwolenie na pobyt stały — Permanent Residence Permit and Zezwolenie na pobyt rezydenta długoterminowego UE — Long-Term EU Resident Residence Permit (EULT). In both cases, the residence permit is indefinite. Both allow for permanent residence in Poland

Residence Permit & Citizenship13 September 2026

I’ve Set Up a Company in Poland: Is Owning a Sp. z o.o. Sufficient to Obtain a Residence Permit?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Setting up a company in Poland is a fairly straightforward process for foreigners. In particular, the Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością (Sp. z o.o.) – that is, the limited liability company model – is frequently chosen by foreign entrepreneurs. However, once the company has been set up, there is a common misunderstanding that we frequently encounter

Residence Permit & Citizenship29 August 2026

My Child Was Born in Poland: Will They Be a Polish Citizen? How Do I Obtain a Residence Permit?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

One of the questions we are frequently asked by foreign families living in Poland is: “Our child was born in Poland. Has he or she become a Polish citizen?” This is usually followed immediately by the question: “We have a residence permit. Is our child automatically included in our residence permit?” The answer to both questions is, in most cases, yes

blog.categories.Vatandaşlık25 August 2026

I’ve Married a Polish National: When Can I Obtain Permanent Residence and Polish Citizenship?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

One of the most common questions we receive from foreigners who have married a Polish citizen is: “I’ve got married – when can I obtain indefinite leave to remain?” This is immediately followed by: “So when can I become a Polish citizen?” There is a great deal of misinformation on this subject online. “You can obtain citizenship three years after marrying a Polish person.” “2

Residence in Poland25 August 2026

I’ve Been in Poland for 5 Years: Can I Apply for Long-Term EU Residence? How Are My Years as a Student Calculated?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

One of the questions we are most frequently asked by foreigners who have been living in Poland for several years is: “It’s been five years since I arrived in Poland. Can I apply for permanent residence now?” In particular, those who came to Poland for university education and started working after graduating usually make a simple calculation based on the calendar

Working in Poland23 August 2026

I Left My Job in Poland: Will My Residence Card Be Revoked and When Must I Report a New Employer?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Polonya’da çalışma nedeniyle oturum kartı bulunan yabancıların en çok endişelendiği durumlardan biri işten ayrılmak veya işten çıkarılmaktır. Bize sıkça şu sorular geliyor: “İşten çıkarıldım, oturum kartım artık geçersiz mi?” “Kendim istifa ettim, Polonya’dan çıkmam gerekiyor mu?” “Yeni iş bulmak iç

Residence in Poland23 August 2026

Can I Travel to Türkiye While My Residence Card Application Is Pending and Return to Poland?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Polonya’da oturum izni başvurusu devam eden yabancılardan en sık aldığımız sorulardan biri: “Türkiye’ye gitsem Polonya’ya geri dönebilir miyim?” Özellikle oturum kartı başvurularının aylar, hatta bazı durumlarda çok daha uzun sürmesi nedeniyle insanların hayatlarını bütün bu süre boyunca Polonya’dan

Residence in Poland20 August 2026

An INPOL “In Progress” Status May Not Mean the Case Is Still Pending: A Decision Discovered 5 Months Later

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Polonya’da oturum izni başvurusu yaptıysanız muhtemelen INPOL hesabınızı düzenli olarak kontrol ediyorsunuz. Başvurunun durumunda “In Progress” yazdığını gördüğünüzde doğal olarak dosyanızın hâlâ incelendiğini düşünüyorsunuz. Peki ya gerçekte karar aylar önce verilmişse? Peki karar adresinize gönder

Residence in Poland21 July 2026

The deadline has passed – why hasn’t the session decision been issued yet?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Article 100d formally continues to suspend specified decision periods in residence proceedings conducted by a voivode until 4 March 2027, but its application by a court can no longer be treated as automatic in every case.

Polish Citizenship23 June 2026

The Most Commonly Overlooked Issue in Applications for Polish Citizenship and Permanent Residence: Your Trips Abroad

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Travel abroad affects continuity for EU long-term residence, but the 6/10 rule, the Blue Card exception and permanent-residence rules must each be applied to the correct procedure.

Polish Citizenship13 June 2026

Recognition as a Citizen, Presidential Grant and EU Long-Term Residence

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Recognition as a citizen, a presidential grant of citizenship and EU long-term residence are separate procedures with different criteria and remedies.

Archive: Szkoła Policealna Diploma and the Transition Period to 30 June 2026

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Update: The transitional possibility described in this article expired on 30 June 2026. The article remains available for archival purposes. Current Polish-language evidence requirements should be checked before submitting a new application.

Studying in Poland7 June 2026

Student Work Rights in Poland from 1 July 2026

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

In recent months, one of the most frequently asked questions among foreign students studying in Poland is: "Will I be able to continue working as a student after July 1, 2026?" The answer to this question is no longer as straightforward as it used to be. With new regulations published at the end of 2025, foreign students

Polish Citizenship31 May 2026

What Should Be Considered in Uznanie za Obywatela Polskiego Applications? Can Traffic Fines Create Problems?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

A single traffic ticket is not an automatic ground to refuse recognition as a citizen; administrative penalties, criminal convictions and public-order assessment must be distinguished.

Administrative Matters28 May 2026

What Is Profil Zaufany? Signature Methods Supported for MOS Applications

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

An adult foreign national signs their own MOS application with a trusted or qualified electronic signature. A personal signature applies only in appropriate representative cases.

Legal Updates21 May 2026

Are Changes Coming to the Polish Citizenship Act? A Current 2026 Assessment

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Polonya’da vatandaşlık süreçleriyle ilgili yeni düzenlemeler son dönemde yeniden gündeme geldi. Özellikle İçişleri Bakanlığı tarafından yapılan son açıklamalar, gelecekte vatandaşlık başvurularında daha sıkı şartların uygulanabileceği yönünde yorumlanıyor. Henüz resmi olarak yürürlüğe giren yeni bir

Residence in Poland20 May 2026

How to get a residence permit in Poland? 2026 Current

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

From 27 April 2026, temporary, permanent and EU long-term resident applications are generally filed electronically through MOS, subject to statutory exceptions and later in-person formalities.

Residence in Poland14 May 2026

When to Apply for a Residence Permit in Poland?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Filing time depends on the permit and lawful stay; from 27 April 2026 the covered procedures are generally filed through MOS, and EULT should not be filed before the qualifying period is complete.

Administrative Matters9 May 2026

Why Should You Work with a Professional Adviser?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

The residence permit application process in Poland is not merely a matter of preparing documents. Keeping track of communications throughout the process is just as important as the application itself. Many people think that once they have submitted their application, all they need to do is wait. However, during the process, the residence permit offices may: request missing documents, ask for additional a

Residence in Poland9 May 2026

Why are applications for a residence permit in Poland rejected?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

One of the biggest problems in applying for a residence permit in Poland is incomplete or incorrectly prepared files. Many people do not fully understand why their application was rejected. In fact, most of the rejection decisions are based on similar reasons. In this article, we will explain the most common reasons for refusal in simple terms.

Administrative Matters9 May 2026

Old System or New MOS System? What has changed in Poland Residence Applications?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

This article distinguishes the former paper procedure from the electronic MOS filing rule in force since 27 April 2026, while preserving exceptions and later in-person formalities.

Residence in Poland7 May 2026

Poland Residence Permit System Changed in 2026: What is the MOS System?

Author: Abdullah Kalayci

Since 27 April 2026, MOS generally enables electronic filing for temporary, permanent and EULT applications; scope, exceptions, signature and later personal appearance depend on the procedure.