Permanent residence
Permanent residence in Poland
Permanent residence is the next step after temporary residence. It gives you the right to live and work in Poland without restrictions and forms the basis for obtaining citizenship. Choose the grounds that fit your situation and start the process with our help.
Choose your grounds
The most common route
EU long-term resident
A long-term residence permit for third-country nationals who have lived in Poland for at least 5 years.
An accelerated route
By Polish roots
Permanent residence based on documented Polish ancestry. Requires archival research.
A simplified procedure
By Karta Polaka
Permanent residence for holders of a valid Karta Polaka who intend to settle in Poland.
Individual analysis
Other grounds
Other legally recognized grounds: refugees, persons with subsidiary protection, spouses of Polish citizens, and others.
Why get permanent residence?
- The right to live and work in Poland indefinitely, with no need for repeated permits
- Access to social benefits on par with Polish citizens
- The ability to travel within the Schengen area without restrictions
- The basis for applying for Polish citizenship after 3 years
- Stability and confidence in the future for the whole family
Not sure which grounds fit your situation?
Sign up for a review of your situation. We'll analyze your case and identify the optimal route to permanent residence.
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