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Polish Citizenship

Become a full Polish citizen. Get a Polish passport, voting rights and unlimited access to the whole European Union.

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Basics

What is Polish citizenship?

Polish citizenship is a legal status which confers rights and obligations in Poland and in the European Union. It can be obtained, among others, by granting, recognising or confirming citizenship, depending on the situation of the foreigner and meeting certain conditions.

Obtaining Polish citizenship

We help in preparing and submitting a request for citizenship or recognition and we conduct the case at every stage.

Requirements and formalities

In order to gain citizenship, certain conditions must be met, inter alia, regarding residence, income, knowledge of Polish language and integration in Poland.

Service in Gdańsk and the whole of Poland

We conduct matters locally in the Pomeranian Voivodeship and remotely for clients from all over Poland.

To whom?

Who are we helping to gain Polish citizenship

We help foreigners who want to gain Polish citizenship and regulate their status permanently. We support at every stage, from analysis of possibilities, through the preparation of the proposal to the obtaining of a decision.

Long-term stay in Poland

For people who have lived in Poland for several years and want to gain citizenship on the basis of permanent residence or EU resident.

Married to Polish citizens

For those who are married to a Polish citizen who meet the conditions for obtaining citizenship.

Scope of services

What matters concerning obtaining Polish citizenship we conduct

We help in matters related to obtaining Polish citizenship, preparing documents and conducting the entire administrative procedure.

Recognition as a Polish citizen

Assistance in the preparation of documents, application and compliance with the conditions of residence and legalisation.

Nationality for children and family

Support for legalisation and application of family members and children.

Granting citizenship by the President of Poland

Support for the preparation of the justification and the completion of the documentation for the application.

Analysis of the grounds for citizenship

We check the possibilities of obtaining citizenship on the basis of residence, origin or marriage.

Proof of Polish citizenship

Assistance in matters of origin, archival documents and confirmation of citizenship status.

Calls, refusals and follow-up

Assistance following a call for completion of documents, refusal decisions and further proceedings.

Procedure

What is the process of supporting Polish citizenship?

We conduct an orderly analysis of your residence and legal situation, choose the right basis for citizenship and prepare a set of documents to increase the chances of a positive decision and reduce the risk of delays.

1

Examination of allowances

We check your history of your stay in Poland, language knowledge and legal basis for applying for citizenship.

2

Path Selection

We choose the best way: recognition as a citizen, granting the President or confirming citizenship.

3

Preparation of documents

We complete all documentation, including language certificate, certificates and evidence of integration.

4

Submission of an application

We apply to the competent authority and represent you throughout the procedure.

5

Obtaining citizenship

After a positive decision we help in formalities – identity card, Polish passport, report.

Our support

Scope of assistance for obtaining Polish citizenship

Our support includes not only the preparation of the application, but also the organisation of documents, contact with the office and assistance at every stage of the procedure concerning Polish citizenship.

Analysis of the situation and grounds of citizenship

We assess the situation of the client and help establish the best basis for obtaining Polish citizenship.

List of required documents

We prepare a list of documents and indicate what is needed at the application stage.

Preparation of applications and writings

We develop documentation in a consistent and tailored manner.

Verification of the correctness of documents

We verify the completeness of the documentation and limit the risk of formal errors before submitting the application.

Support for contacts with the office

We help in communication with the office, answers to letters and organisation of proceedings.

Support for calls for completion

We support the preparation of missing documents and responses consistent with the request.

Appeals and judicial proceedings

We help after a negative decision and support customers in the process of appeals and further legal action.

Examples

Examples of cases

These are examples of situations in which we help order documents, respond to a request from the public or conduct a matter of temporary residence more safely.

Client case

Recognition as a Polish citizen after several years of stay

The client needed to arrange documents concerning legal stay, income and confirmation of knowledge of Polish. We helped prepare a complete application, organize documentation and go through the entire process of submitting a case for recognition as a Polish citizen.

Client case

Case after ex officio and missing documents

The client submitted after receiving a request to supplement the documents on citizenship. After analysing the situation, we prepared answers to the office, completed the missing annexes and sorted out the documentation so that the proceedings could continue.

Client case

Continuity problems

The client had doubts about the interruptions in stay and the impact of earlier documents on the possibility of obtaining citizenship. We analysed the history of the stay and indicated safe solutions for further proceedings.

Client case

Polish citizenship based on origin

The client needed help collecting documents confirming Polish origin and preparing the case for the office. We helped organize the civil records, translations and archive documents needed for the proceedings.

Related services

Check, too.

If your case concerns work, family or activity, these services often combine with temporary stay.

Knowledge base

Useful Guides

The most important materials about documents for the residence card, the time to wait for decisions and answers to calls from the public.

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Problems

The most common problems with obtaining Polish citizenship

The process of obtaining Polish citizenship involves fulfilling certain legal, residence and formal conditions. Mistakes in documents or incorrectly selected grounds may lead to refusal or extension of proceedings.
Failure to meet the required period of stay in Poland
Invalid basis of the proposal
Problems in documenting income and life stability
Document errors or deficiencies
OPINIONS

What do the customers say?

No one can say better about us than our clients.

Price list

Prices and models of cooperation

Comprehensive handling of the case (citizenship)from PLN 2400
Analysis of the possibilities of obtaining citizenshipfrom PLN 300

Family Package 2+1

For families we also conduct cases in the family formula. The scope and valuation depend on the situation of family members and the type of documents.

The final price depends on the extent of the support and the number of planned actions resulting from the complexity of the case.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Polish citizenship

The most common questions concern the conditions for obtaining citizenship, required documents, waiting time and available legal bases.

What are the ways of obtaining Polish citizenship?

Citizenship can be obtained, among others, by recognising as a Polish citizen, by granting by the President of Poland or on the basis of Polish origin (e.g. the Polish Charter).

How long does the process of acquiring citizenship take?

The time of examination of the application depends on the mode and office, usually is from a few months to a year or more.

What conditions must be met to gain citizenship?

In most cases, a certain period of legal residence, a stable source of income, knowledge of Polish language and a regulated residence situation are required.

Do you need to speak Polish?

Yes, in case of recognition as a citizen, confirmation of knowledge of Polish at least B1 level is required.

Can you apply without permanent residence?

In most cases, a permanent stay or a long-term resident of the EU is required, but the conditions are more flexible in terms of the President.

Why us

How we work on Polish citizenship matters

At first, we examine your residence and legal situation, choose the most favourable basis for obtaining citizenship and prepare a complete application. We support you at every stage until the decision is reached.

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Whole Poland
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Need help getting Polish citizenship?

If you want to gain Polish citizenship, check your legal situation, prepare your application or safely go through the entire process – contact us.

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Contact us regarding Polish citizenship

Write us or call us if you want to obtain Polish citizenship, check your legal situation or prepare your application. We will help you avoid errors that may prolong the process or lead to refusal.

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    Contact Details

    Address

    Kieturakisa 10, office 21 (second floor), 80-742 Gdańsk

    Telephone

    +48 572 868 879

    Email

    biuro@pcr-legal.pl

    Working hours

    Mon – Fri: 9:00 – 17:00, Sb – Nd: Closed

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