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Polish citizenship — the final step of your legalisation
A Polish passport means full freedom: work, travel, voting, family security. We will guide you through the requirements, the B1 exam and the entire procedure.
✓ Legal acceleration available✓ Urząd Representation✓ 5-language support
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Updated 2026-10-02
Legal Basis Ustawa z dnia 2 kwietnia 2009 r. o obywatelstwie polskim
Eligibility Audit
Can you apply for Polish Citizenship?
Answer 3 simple questions to check if you meet the requirements.
1. What is your basis of stay in Poland?
Three Main Paths to Citizenship
Depending on your situation, there are different ways to apply for recognition as a Polish citizen:
| Path | Required Residence | Key Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Recognition | 3 years (on permanent residence) | Stable income, legal housing, B1 Polish |
| Marriage to Polish Citizen | 2 years (on permanent residence) | 3 years of marriage, B1 Polish |
| Karta Polaka | 1 year (after permanent residence) | Intent to settle permanently, B1 Polish |
[!IMPORTANT] Uninterrupted Stay Rule: Your stay in Poland is considered uninterrupted if no single absence exceeded 6 months, and all absences combined do not exceed 10 months during the required period.
Detailed Requirements
To be recognized as a Polish citizen by the Voivode, you must strictly meet these conditions:
- Legal Status: You must hold a permanent residence permit or an EU long-term resident permit.
- Language Proficiency: An official B1 Polish language certificate from the State Commission is mandatory. Graduates of Polish schools are exempt.
- Financial Stability: You must prove a stable and regular source of income in Poland.
- Civil Status: Foreign birth and marriage certificates must be registered (umiejscowione) in the Polish Civil Registry Office (USC).
- Clean Record: No tax arrears and no criminal record.
Our Services and Prices
We provide a complete, stress-free path to your Polish passport.
| Service | Net Price |
|---|---|
| Eligibility analysis + action plan | 200 PLN |
| B1 exam preparation | from 500 PLN |
| Preparation of application | from 1,800 PLN |
| Representation until decision | from 900 PLN |
What You Will Get
Real examples of documents we secure for our clients.
B1 Polish Certificate
Verified Official Document
Polish Certificate
Verified Official Document
Why It Matters
Understanding the core challenges, our robust solutions, and the proven pathway to success.
The Challenge
Challenges in the process
Don't get delayed by simple errors
- Language Certificate: A B1 state certificate is mandatory. Exam slots are often booked months in advance.
- Uninterrupted Stay: Breaks in your stay outside Poland cannot exceed 10 months in total during the required period.
- Document Legalisation: Foreign civil status acts (birth, marriage) must be properly registered (umiejscowienie) in Poland.
The Solution
Our Guarantees
Fast Track
We help you register for the B1 exam quickly and prepare a flawless application.
Comprehensive Audit
We verify your residence history and income stability before applying.
Full Representation
We act as your proxy, handling all communication with the Voivodeship Office.
The Process
How It Works
1
Eligibility AuditWe analyze your residence history, income, and missing documents.
2
B1 Exam & DocumentsWe help you pass the language exam and register foreign civil records in Poland.
3
Application SubmissionWe submit a complete file to the Voivode to avoid delays.
4
Passport CollectionAfter receiving a positive decision, you can apply for your Polish ID and passport.
✓ Transparent Pricing GuaranteeLegal Representation Fee: from 1800 PLN
🛡️Fixed price in contract
Zero hidden surcharges during your case. State stamp duties (opłata skarbowa) are paid separately directly to the official authority account.
⚖️50/50 split payment
50% upon signing the contract and launching your case, 50% — upon completion of the agreed milestone.
🏢For Business & Employers (B2B)
Official service agreement — we issue a full 23% VAT Invoice (Faktura VAT 23%).
📍 NATIONWIDE COVERAGE — ALL 16 VOIVODESHIPS
Legal Representation Across Poland: Kraków, Warszawa, Wrocław, Poznań, Gdańsk, Katowice
From our headquarters in Kraków (ul. Aleksandry 21, lok. 207), we represent foreigners across all 16 Voivodeship Offices as your official legal proxy (Pełnomocnik under KPA). Starting April 27, 2026, residence card applications are submitted electronically via the MOS portal (Moduł Obsługi Spraw) and e-Doręczenia — you only visit the local office in your city once to submit fingerprints.
| City & Voivodeship Office (Urząd Wojewódzki) | 2026 Filing & Monitoring Systems (MOS / e-Doręczenia / inPOL) | LegalMigra Representation Format (Power of Attorney) |
|---|---|---|
| Kraków — Małopolski UW (ul. Przy Rondzie 6) | MOS Portal + e-Doręczenia + MUW Booking | Electronic filing in MOS, in-person assistance for biometrics at ul. Przy Rondzie 6, inspector monitoring & Ponaglenie |
| Warszawa — Mazowiecki UW (ul. Marszałkowska 3/5) | MOS Portal + inPOL System + e-Doręczenia | Remote filing in MOS & inPOL, handling inspector summons via e-Doręczenia, document supplements & case expedition (Ponaglenie) |
| Wrocław — Dolnośląski UW (pl. Powstańców Warszawy 1) | MOS Portal + Przybysz DUW + e-Doręczenia | Electronic submission via MOS, full correspondence management by legal proxy, formal anti-delay reminders (Ponaglenie) |
| Poznań — Wielkopolski UW (pl. Wolności 17) | MOS Portal + Cudzoziemcy WUW + e-Doręczenia | Remote MOS registration, document compliance audit for WUW, biometrics scheduling & decision tracking |
| Gdańsk — Pomorski UW (ul. Okopowa 21/27) | MOS Portal + Klient PUW + e-Doręczenia | End-to-end representation under KPA Power of Attorney, responding to official requests & monitoring until card issuance |
| Katowice — Śląski UW (ul. Jagiellońska 25) | MOS Portal + e-Doręczenia + ŚUW Branch Offices | Electronic MOS filing, direct legal representation before the case officer & expedited processing support |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, a state-certified B1 level exam in Polish is required, unless you have graduated from a school or university in Poland with Polish as the language of instruction.
Yes, Polish law allows dual citizenship. However, on Polish territory, you will be treated exclusively as a Polish citizen.
Recognition by the voivode typically takes 3 to 12 months, depending on the voivodeship and the completeness of your documents.
Generally 3 years on a permanent residence permit or EU long-term resident permit. It's reduced to 2 years if married to a Polish citizen, and 1 year for Karta Polaka holders.
Minor traffic tickets generally do not lead to a refusal, but any criminal record or active court proceedings can severely delay the process or result in a negative decision from the President of Poland.
