(Article 53 and 53a of The Act on Foreigners) / Documents obligatory to start a procedure / Documents required to award a residence permit
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WORK PERFORMANCE / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs[1] (1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection [2],
4)stamp duty payment confirmation[3],
5)a legal title to stay in the apartment in which a foreigner resides or intends to reside[4]. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)a work permit or, if a work permit is not required, awritten declaration of an employer that he/she intends to employ the foreigner,
4)a document confirming that a foreigner has a medical insurance within the meaning of the regulations on financial health care services from public funds or that the insurer covers the costs of medical treatment in the Republic of Poland,
5)documents confirming that a foreigner has a stable and regular source of income [5],
6)a declaration confirming fulfillment of tax liabilities towards the State Treasuryand a statement on the amount of achieved profit (incurred loss) in the previous tax year together with a confirmation of sending the statement to the tax office, (or certified by the Tax Office to be a true copy of the original),
7)a work contract.
PURSUANCE OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs1 (1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3,
5)a legal title to stay in the apartment in which aforeigner resides or intends to reside4. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)a document confirming that a foreigner has a medical insurance within the meaning of the regulations on financial health care services from public funds or that the insurer covers the costs of medical treatment in the Republic of Poland,
4)documents confirming that a foreigner has a stable and regular source of income 5,
5)documents confirming the fact of running a business activity, its scope and extent as well as the fact that obligations towards the Republic of Poland are fulfilled and, in particular:
- up-to-date extract from the National Court Register,
- notarial deed on the basis of which the company has been established,
- certificate from a competent tax office confirming fulfillment of tax liabilities towards the State Treasury,
- certificate from ZUS (the Polish Social Insurance Company) on the absence of arrears in payments of social security contributions,
- NIP, REGON,
- statement on the amount of achieved profit (incurred loss) in the previous tax year together with a confirmation of sending the statement to the tax office, (or certified by the Tax Office to be a true copy of the original),
- balance of income and costs related to the business activity,
- business plan,
- entry into the Records of Economic Activity,
- confirmation of workers’ employment,
- another documents confirming a positive influence of the business activity on the national economy.
ACKNOWLEDGED ARTISTIC ACHIEVEMENTS / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs 1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)presentation of artistic achievements and demonstration of intention to continue an artistic activity inPoland,
4)documents confirming participation in contests or national exhibitions.
MARRIAGE WITH A POLISH CITIZEN / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3. / 1)up-to-date marriage certificate, (not older than three months),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor).
REUNION WITH FAMILY / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies)[6],
2)4 up-to-date photographs1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3,
5)a legal title to stay in the apartment in which aforeigner resides or intends to reside4,
6)the consent of persons who exercise parental authority over a minor foreigner applying for aresidence permit for a fixed period of time. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)a document confirming that a foreigner has a medical insurance within the meaning of the regulations on financial health care services from public funds or that the insurer covers the costs of medical treatment in the Republic of Poland,
4)documents confirming that a foreigner has a stable and regular source of income 5.
BEING A MINOR CHILD OF A FOREIGNER BORN ON THE
TERRITORY OF THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3,
5)the consent of persons who exercise parental authority over a minor foreigner applying for a residence permit for a fixed period of time. / 1)birth certificate.
TAKING UP OR CONTINUING FULL-TIME STUDIES OR FULLTIME
DOCTORAL STUDIES / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)a document confirming that a foreigner has a medical insurance within the meaning of the regulations on financial health care services from public funds or that the insurer covers the costs of medical treatment in the Republic of Poland,
4)documents confirming that a foreigner has financial resources for covering the costs of living in the Republic of Polandin the amount of at least PLN 800 per each month of stay[7],
5)a certificate from an educational institution confirming admission to a college or confirmation of payment of fees if such fees are required by the institution in order for the foreigner to begin or continue studies.
EDUCATION OR VOCATIONAL TRAINING / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3,
5)a legal title to stay in the apartment in which a foreigner resides or intends to reside4. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)a document confirming that a foreigner has a medical insurance within the meaning of the regulations on financial health care services from public funds or that the insurer covers the costs of medical treatment in the Republic of Poland,
4)documents confirming that a foreigner has a stable and regular source of income 5,
5)confirmation of participation in studies,a vocational training or internship.
BEING A MEMBER OF CLERGY, RELIGIOUS ORDER OR A
PERSON PERFORMING A RELIGIOUS FUNCTION IN CHURCHES
AND RELIGIOUS ASSOCIATIONS / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)a document confirming that a foreigner has a medical insurance within the meaning of the regulations on financial health care services from public funds or that the insurer covers the costs of medical treatment in the Republic of Poland,
4)documents confirming that residence on the territory of the Republic of Poland is related to the performed function, or preparation for its performance.
OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES THAN MENTIONED IN ARTICLE 53 AND 53A / 1)4 copies of a filled in form of application for granting a residence permit for a fixed period (1original and 3 photocopies),
2)4 up-to-date photographs1(1additional photograph to issue a residence card),
3)a photocopy of a valid travel document and the original document for inspection 2,
4)stamp duty payment confirmation3,
5)a legal title to stay in the apartment in which a foreigner resides or intends to reside4. / 1)birth certificate (persons applying for permit for the first time),
2)certificate confirming that a foreigner has performed his/her duty to report his/her place of residence (if the application is submitted to the provincial governor),
3)a work permit or, if a work permit is not required, a written declaration of an employer that he/she intends to employ the foreigner,
4)a document confirming that a foreigner has a medical insurance within the meaning of the regulations on financial health care services from public funds or that the insurer covers the costs of medical treatment in the Republic of Poland,
5)documents confirming that a foreigner has a stable and regular source of income 5,
6)documents confirming another circumstances than mentioned above.
[1]photographs not damaged, colour, measuring 35 x 45 mm, taken within previous 6 months with a standardised, fair background, with good focus, clearly presenting the eyes and face from the top of the head to the upper part of shoulders, so that face occupies 70-80% of the photo; the photos should present a person with no headdress and no dark eyeglasses looking ahead with open eyes not covered by hair, with a natural face expression and closed lips;
[2] in particularly justified situations a foreigner who does not have and does not have a possibility to obtain a valid travel document may present another document that confirms foreigner's identity;
[3] Stamp duty for issuing a permit (payable at the time of submitting an application): PLN 340.
The payment can be made in cash in the AdministrativeCenter of the City of Cracow, Al. Powstania Warszawskiego 10, Krakow, on the ground floor or first floor (entrance from ul. Kordylewskiego); in the banking agency in the Department of Nationals' and Foreigners' Affairs, Krakow, ul. Przy Rondzie 6 or in a bank or a post office to the following bank account: Wydział Podatków i Opłat UMK, 31-549 Kraków, Al. Pwostania Warszawskiego 10 Bank PKO S.A. 04 1240 2092 9462 3005 0000 0000. You can also pay via the Internet. Paying via the Internet you should specify:
- bank account number: PEKAO S.A.: 04 1240 2092 9462 3005 0000 0000,
- recipient's name: Wydział Podatków i Opłat UMK, 31-549 Kraków, Al. Pwostania Warszawskiego 10
- transfer title (eg. For a permit for a fixed period)
- where the matter will be resolved, (the name of the office) - Department of Nationals' and Foreigners' Affairs Malopolska Provincial Office in Krakow - (MUW wKrakowie Wydział Spraw Obywatelskich i Cudzoziemców);
[4] a contract of lending an apartment for use shall not be considered a legal title, unless the lender is a descendant, ascendant or a spouse, spouse's parents or foreigner's sibling;
[5]after deducting costs of residence (permanent payments related to exploitation of local in settlement for number of people residing in the local and payment for electricity, gas, water, water waste and garbage collection) the income per each family member who is foreigner's dependant or only per a foreigner, if single, must exceed the level of income below which social assistance financial support is provided pursuant to the Act on Social Assistance of 12 March 2004 (person in a single household PLN 477, in a family PLN 352 per person);
[6]an application should be signed by a foreigner living on the territory of the Republic of Poland, whom the Applicant arrives to or stays with in Poland;
[7]documents which can evidence sufficient funds to cover the costs of living for a student of full-time studies or full-timedoctoral studies are: traveler’s check, certificate on the amount limit on the credit card from the bank, which issued the card; certificate confirming possessing the means of payment in a bank or cooperative savings and credit union which have the registered office on the territory of the Republic of Poland; a document which can evidence receiving of the scholarship granted by the Polish Government or another scholarship granted by a national or foreign subject.The above mentioned certificates are to be confirmed by a stamp and a signature of empowered employee of the bank orcooperative savings and credit union and issued not longer than a month before submitting the application for residence permit for a fixed period.