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Residence

Review your route to permanent residence

Tell us about your family links, residence history and plans to settle in Poland. We help you organise the documents for the route you are considering.

Discuss your circumstances

About this service

A permanent residence permit allows indefinite residence in Poland and is available only in cases specified by law.

Possible grounds include Polish origin, a valid Karta Polaka, certain family relationships and certain protection statuses, subject to the conditions of each route.

The residence permit and the physical residence card are separate: the permit is indefinite, while the card has a validity period and must be replaced.

Who it may suit

  • People with Polish family links, Polish origin or a Karta Polaka who want to review a possible route.
  • People with a protection history who want to discuss whether permanent residence may fit their circumstances.
  • People who need help organising evidence of family relationships and previous residence.

How we help

  • Review your residence history and the basis you are considering at a consultation.
  • Help you organise the documents that support that basis.
  • Explain the application steps and preparation for an office visit.
  • Agree which document requests are included in your support package.

Your next steps

  1. Review the possible basis

    We discuss your current residence documents, family links and plans to settle. The appropriate next step depends on your case.

  2. Organise the evidence

    We help you put your residence history and supporting records in order.

  3. Prepare for MOS

    We explain the application information and submission steps. You keep your login details private and complete the actions required of you.

  4. Prepare for the office

    We help you understand what to bring to your office visit and review document requests within the agreed scope.

Good to know

  • Permanent residence and EU long-term residence are different permits with different eligibility rules.
  • Since 27 April 2026, permanent residence applications must be submitted electronically through MOS.
  • Electronic submission does not remove personal attendance requirements, although exceptions can apply.
  • Until 4 March 2027, decision time limits are suspended for covered residence cases handled by a voivode. Cases continue to be processed.

Questions about this service

01What should I do if my residence permit application has been pending for a very long time?

Start by checking the case status, any requests from the office and whether all required documents and formalities are complete. As of 12 October 2026, decision time limits for covered residence cases at voivodeship offices are suspended until 4 March 2027, and ordinary remedies for delay are restricted. The available next step depends on your case and the procedure involved. We can review the file and possible steps at a consultation.

02When can I apply for Polish citizenship, and what are the main requirements?

The earliest application date depends on your route and residence history. One common route to recognition requires at least three continuous years in Poland on permanent residence, EU long-term resident status or a right of permanent residence, plus stable regular income, a legal right to occupy your home and accepted evidence of Polish at B1 or above. Other recognition routes have different conditions, and a presidential grant is a separate procedure. We can check which route and application date fit your circumstances at a consultation.

Related services

EU resident card ↗Citizenship in Poland ↗Sworn translation ↗
Official sources

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