Residence permit
Do you want to legally live, work or run a business in Poland?
Are you wondering how to obtain a residence card or Polish citizenship? We support you at every stage of the process. We help you prepare documents, keep track of deadlines, contact authorities and handle your case until a decision is made. This ensures that the entire procedure is quick, stress-free and secure.
Contact us and start the process of legalising your stay in Poland.
We assist in obtaining
any type of residence permit.
Regardless of the basis on which you wish to legalise your stay in Poland, we handle cases involving all types of documents. We explain the differences between the various cards, outline the requirements and help you prepare a set of documents tailored to your situation.
- for work purposes - for students - for business purposes - family reunification
I want to obtain a residence card in Poland
We help you obtain a temporary residence card on the basis of work, studies, business activity, family residence, scientific research or other grounds provided for in the regulations. We prepare documents, monitor deadlines and ensure the correctness of the entire process so that the office can issue a decision as quickly as possible.
I want to obtain a permanent residence card
If you meet the conditions for a permanent residence card, we can help you prepare documents confirming, among other things, your Polish origin, long-term residence, residence as a family member of a Polish citizen, or other circumstances that may enable you to obtain permanent resident status.
Permanent Residence Card:
- on the basis of the ‘Polish Card’
- on the basis of Polish origin
- marriage to a Polish citizen
EU Resident Card
I want to obtain an EU residence card
If you have been living in Poland for many years and want to obtain an EU residence card, we will guide you through the entire process. We help you gather documents confirming your legal and uninterrupted residence, stable income, health insurance and fulfilment of all formal requirements.
I want to obtain Polish citizenship
If your goal is to obtain Polish citizenship, we will advise you on which procedure is right for you – recognition as a citizen, granting of citizenship or consular procedure. We provide support in preparing all the necessary documentation, including certified (sworn) translations, and we handle the case until a decision is issued.
Polish citizenship
How can we help you obtain a residence card in Poland?
We offer comprehensive administrative and legal support for foreigners who wish to legalise their stay in Poland. Our services include:
- preparation and verification of a complete set of documents,
- completing formal deficiencies,
- full assistance in contacting the Provincial Office,
- analysis of the legal situation and determination of the most advantageous basis for residence,
- preparation of appeals against decisions,
- support in matters related to employment, business activity, study or family residence.
Whether you are an employee, student, entrepreneur or family member of a person living in Poland, we handle your case in a clear, transparent and understandable manner.
Select the appropriate service package
Full support
- Consultation
- Algorithm of actions
- Document checklist
- Filling in applications
- Assistance in preparing documents
- Contact with employer/accounting department
- Support in submitting documents
- Case review / document delivery
- Accompanying you when collecting your Card
Basic
- Consultation
- Algorithm of actions
- Document checklist
- Filling in applications
- Assistance in preparing documents
- Contact with employer/accounting department
- Support in submitting documents
- Case review / document delivery
- Accompanying you when collecting your Card
Your path to a residence card in Poland
Not sure how to apply for a permanent residence card in Poland? The process may seem complicated, but with professional support, each step becomes clear and understandable. We guide our clients step by step, ensuring that the documents are correct and that the application is processed as quickly as possible.
1. Analysis of your situation and determination of the basis for your stay
At the beginning, we discuss your situation in detail – your job, studies, business activity, family plans or other grounds for legal residence. We explain what type of residence card is best for you and what documents will be required by the authorities. This way, you do not waste time on the wrong type of application or missing attachments.
2. Preparing a complete list of documents
You will receive a comprehensive checklist from us, prepared individually for your basis of stay. We will indicate which certificates must be valid, which documents require certified (sworn) translations, and how to complete them correctly. This is the most important stage of the entire process – the better prepared your application is, the greater the chance of a quick decision.
3. Completing the application and verifying data
We assist you in completing the form in accordance with the requirements of the authority. We verify the accuracy of the data, the compliance of the documents and the consistency of the information to avoid common errors that often lead to the suspension or rejection of the application.
4. Submitting an application at the office
We will help you prepare all the documents for personal submission. If it is possible to do this online, we will guide you through the entire process so that your application is complete on the first attempt.
5. Contacting the office and supplementing documents
During the proceedings, the office may request you to provide additional information. We monitor your case, explain the content of letters and help you prepare responses. This ensures that no deadlines are missed and that the documents comply with the requirements.
6. Decision and collection of the residence card
After a positive decision, we will inform you about the next steps, the dates for collecting the document and your obligations after obtaining the residence card. If the case requires an appeal, we will also represent you in this process by preparing a complete set of explanatory documents.
Why choose Bifrost Group to legalise your stay in Poland?
Cooperation with Bifrost Group is not only about assistance in preparing documents, but above all comprehensive support throughout the entire process of legalising your stay. We combine experience, knowledge of regulations and practical knowledge of the activities of public authorities, thanks to which the cases we handle run more smoothly and with less risk of errors. We treat each client individually, because every residence situation is different and requires a tailored approach.
We act, support and help you obtain a residence card
Our mission is to provide foreigners with a sense of security and peace of mind during the process of legalising their stay. We know how stressful official matters can be, which is why we work to make the entire process simple, orderly and free from unnecessary worries.
We support you at every stage — from the initial analysis, through the preparation of documents, to the receipt of the decision. We help when questions, doubts or problems arise, and we help to resolve them as quickly as possible. Our goal is to bring your case to a successful conclusion and ensure that your stay in Poland is fully legal and stable.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What are the most common reasons for rejecting an application?
The most common reasons are: missing documents, outdated certificates, inconsistent data, lack of stable income, incorrectly completed applications or violations of residence law. The authorities pay particular attention to the consistency of information and whether the documents clearly confirm the basis for residence. Often, rejection is also due to formal deficiencies that could have been remedied at an earlier stage.
Do I need to know Polish to contact the Provincial Office?
No. The office does not require knowledge of the Polish language, but all documentation, official letters and correspondence are prepared in Polish. In practice, this means that without support, it may be difficult to understand the content of letters or respond correctly to summonses on your own. That is why we offer full assistance in contacting the office and preparing all documentation.
How long does it take to obtain a Residence Card?
The processing time depends on the province and the type of case, and usually takes several to several weeks. In some regions, the procedures take longer due to the number of applications. It is worth remembering that complete documentation, quick responses to requests and no formal errors can significantly reduce the waiting time for a decision.
Is it possible to expedite the decision on issuing a Residence Card?
There is no formal way to ‘speed up’ the decision, as the office operates according to established procedures and administrative deadlines. However, you can realistically influence the pace of the case by ensuring that your application is complete and well prepared, and by providing quick and accurate responses to letters from the office. Avoiding formal errors is the most effective way to speed up the process.
What does ‘full assistance’ mean in contact with the authorities?
This support includes explaining documents, preparing responses, monitoring deadlines, clarifying case files, and assisting with communication. This means that you do not have to contact the authorities yourself or analyse complicated documents. We supervise the entire procedure, respond to summonses and take care of the formalities to ensure that your case proceeds smoothly.