Permanent residence card – who and when the voivode grants it
The permanent residence card is a permanent residence permit that allows a foreign national to reside in Poland indefinitely. Permanent residence status is granted without time limit, and obtaining the card is one of the most important steps on the path to obtaining Polish citizenship.
A permanent residence card holder can live in Poland without time restrictions, take up employment without needing to obtain additional permits, conduct business activity, study and access education on the same terms as Polish citizens, and freely enjoy many rights and benefits available to persons legally residing in Poland.
Each case requires individual analysis and verification that the conditions for obtaining a permanent residence permit are met. We invite you to a consultation, during which we will assess your situation, indicate a possible basis for obtaining a permanent residence card, and prepare a plan for further proceedings.
Who is this solution for?
- Spouses of Polish citizens (after a specified period of marriage).
- Persons of Polish origin.
- Children of foreign nationals with permanent residence.
- Persons with refugee status or subsidiary protection.
- Other categories specified in the Act on Foreigners.