Temporary residence permit in Poland
We identify the correct residence basis, organise the evidence and support the case from the MOS application through authority correspondence.
Application
Online through MOS only
Deadline
No later than the last day of legal stay
Permit period
Generally up to 3 years
Fees
PLN 340–640 + PLN 100 for the card
Choose the correct basis
Your purpose of stay determines the procedure
Requirements and evidence differ according to the genuine purpose of stay. These are the most common routes.
Employment
Contract, employment conditions and the employer’s electronic annex.
View details02Student residence permit
University evidence, sufficient resources and health insurance.
View details03Family
Family relationship, the sponsor’s status and shared life in Poland.
View details04Business activity
Genuine activity, income, employment or a development plan.
View details05Other circumstances
An individual basis requiring separate legal analysis and evidence.
View detailsStep by step
From assessment to decision
- 1
Basis assessment
We check your legal stay, purpose and the correct permit category.
- 2
Evidence preparation
We prepare a checklist tailored to the specific residence basis.
- 3
MOS submission
The foreign national personally signs and submits the application online.
- 4
Appointment and biometrics
When summoned, you present the passport, sign and provide fingerprints.
- 5
Correspondence and decision
We address deficiencies and authority requests until the case is completed.
Documents
What is usually required?
Common documents
- Valid travel document
- Current photographs meeting official specifications
- Confirmation of the required payments
- Insurance, sufficient resources and accommodation evidence where required by the relevant basis
Evidence of the purpose of stay
- Employer annex signed electronically
- University certificate and study documents
- Civil-status records and the family member’s documents
- Company, income or business-plan evidence
Kalaycı Consulting
How we help
Information based on official sources
Requirements depend on the residence basis and may change. We verify current forms and official notices before filing.
Unsure which residence basis fits your situation?
Tell us about your circumstances. We will identify the appropriate route and evidence without guesswork.
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