Polish citizenship — help with obtaining it
For those who wish to become Polish citizens, we provide support at every stage of obtaining citizenship.
Leave a requestScope of our help
- Compiling documents.
- Preparing and submitting an application for Polish citizenship.
Two main paths to citizenship
- Recognition as a Polish citizen — the decision is issued by the voivode if you meet the statutory conditions, including those concerning the period of legal residence in Poland.
- Granting of citizenship by the President of the Republic of Poland — regardless of the period of residence, but the decision is discretionary.
The most common grounds for recognition
- At least 3 years of uninterrupted residence on the basis of a permanent residence permit or an EU long-term resident permit, a stable source of income and a legal title to accommodation.
- At least 2 years of uninterrupted residence on the basis of a permanent residence permit and marriage to a Polish citizen lasting at least 3 years.
- A permanent residence permit obtained in connection with Polish origin or holding a Karta Polaka — on special terms.
Knowledge of the Polish language
Recognition as a citizen requires confirmation of knowledge of the Polish language at least at B1 level — with a state certificate or a certificate or diploma from a Polish school or university. Note: certificates of completion of a post-secondary school (szkoła policealna) issued from 30.06.2026 do not confirm knowledge of the Polish language.
Official fees
- Application for recognition as a Polish citizen — 1000 zł.
- Application for the granting of citizenship by the President of the Republic of Poland — 1669 zł.
Process
How do we work?
Consultation
We analyse your situation and recommend the best solution
Preparing documents
We collect and verify all the necessary documents
Submitting the application
We submit the application and handle the case at every stage
Receiving the decision
You receive the decision, we take care of the rest
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to renounce my current citizenship?
Polish law does not require it. However, it is worth checking the law of your country — some states do not allow dual citizenship.
Recognition or granting — which to choose?
If you meet the conditions for recognition, this is usually the more predictable path. Granting by the President of the Republic of Poland does not require a specific period of residence, but the decision is discretionary. We will analyse your situation and advise you.
Can children obtain citizenship together with a parent?
Yes, recognition or granting may also cover minor children. A child who has reached the age of 16 must give their consent.
How long does it take to obtain citizenship?
The time depends on the path and the office — in practice at least several months. A complete application and documents confirming each condition help avoid requests (wezwania) and delays.
Related services
- EU long-term resident cardOur company specialises in helping clients obtain a resident card, which allows a longer legal stay in Poland. We help prepare applications and with dealings with the office.Details →
- Permanent residence cardWe are experts in the process of obtaining a permanent residence card, which is a key stage in the long-term legalisation process. We offer comprehensive help in guiding clients through this process.Details →
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