Refusal of residence permit – what next?
If you have received a refusal for a temporary residence permit in Poland, you may feel uncertain about the legality of your continued stay. However, this is not an uncommon situation. The popularity of internet searches for terms like “residence card refusal“, “appeal against residence card refusal decision“, “residence card denial” and similar phrases attests […]
Residence card for students – requirements and guidelines
A residence card for students is a document that allows a foreigner to legally stay in Poland during their studies. This document is particularly important for non-EU citizens who plan to study in Poland and wish to remain in the country for an extended period. If you fall into this group, this article will be […]
Is a residence card the same as a residence permit?
The steadily growing number of foreigners in Poland maintains a high level of interest in the topic of legalizing their stay and work in the country. According to the data from the Central Statistical Office, as of the end of September 2023, the number of foreigners working exceeded 1 million, of which 392.2 thousand were […]
Own business and the possibility of applying for a residence permit.
Starting with considerations related to applying for a Temporary Residence Permit by foreigners running their own business in Poland, let’s look at the general rules that regulate the possibilities of setting up a company by individuals who are not Polish citizens.Regardless of the form of business, whether it’s a sole proprietorship or a partnership, a […]
Invitation for Family – What are the options for Foreigners with a Residence Permit in Poland?
In today’s world, we increasingly notice that Poland as a country is opening up to people from all over the world. Especially in larger cities, it can be observed that foreigners come to Poland not only to explore its beauty, culture, and cuisine but also to settle down here and start a new life. Legal […]
Residence card for a European Union citizen – necessary or not?
According to Article 21(1) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, every person holding the citizenship of one of the Union’s countries has the right to move freely and reside within the territory of the Member States, subject to the limitations and conditions laid down in the treaties and acts adopted for […]
Blue card – who can apply for it?
To legalize their stay and work in Poland, foreigners living and working in the country must know what steps to take. The maze of regulations does not make this task easy, but common knowledge in this area for many foreigners and their employers boils down, somewhat rightly, to a ‘simple’ list of steps to take: […]