Recognition as a Polish citizen
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Have at least a B1 level proficiency in the Polish language.
In order for the voivode to issue a decision on recognition as a Polish citizen, the applicant must present the following documents:
✓ A document confirming the applicant's identity and citizenship;
✓ A document confirming the identity and citizenship of the spouse (if applicable);
✓ A document confirming the identity and citizenship of children (if applicable);
✓ A civil status certificate;
✓ Photographs;
✓ Documents confirming proficiency in the Polish language.
In order for the voivode to issue a decision on recognition as a Polish citizen, the applicant must present the following documents:
✓ A document confirming the applicant's identity and citizenship;
✓ A document confirming the identity and citizenship of the spouse (if applicable);
✓ A document confirming the identity and citizenship of children (if applicable);
✓ A civil status certificate;
✓ Photographs;
✓ Documents confirming proficiency in the Polish language.
Have at least a B1 level proficiency in the Polish language.
Have continuously resided in Poland for 1 year based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit obtained due to Polish origin or possession of the Pole’s Card.
Reside in the territory of the Republic of Poland based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen.
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One of the parents has had their Polish citizenship restored, while the other, who does not hold Polish citizenship, has consented to the recognition of the minor as a Polish citizen.
Reside in the territory of the Republic of Poland based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen.
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One of the parents has had their Polish citizenship restored, while the other, who does not hold Polish citizenship, has consented to the recognition of the minor as a Polish citizen.
Have continuously resided in Poland for 10 years and hold:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen.
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✓ Have a source of income in Poland;
✓ Hold a legal title to occupy a residential property.
Have continuously resided in Poland for 2 years based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit obtained due to refugee status granted in Poland.
Reside in the territory of the Republic of Poland based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen.
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One parent is a Polish citizen, while the other, who does not hold Polish citizenship, has consented to the recognition of the minor as a Polish citizen.
Reside in the territory of the Republic of Poland based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen.
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One parent is a Polish citizen, while the other, who does not hold Polish citizenship, has consented to the recognition of the minor as a Polish citizen.
▬ A minor may apply for recognition as a Polish citizen if they: ▬
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▬ A foreigner may apply for recognition as a Polish citizen if they: ▬
Have continuously resided in Poland for 3 years based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen.
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✓ Have a source of income in Poland;
✓ Hold a legal title to occupy a residential property.
Have continuously resided in Poland for 2 years based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen, if:
- They have been in a marriage with a Polish citizen for at least 3 years, or they are stateless.
Have continuously resided in Poland for 2 years based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen, if:
- They have been in a marriage with a Polish citizen for at least 3 years, or they are stateless.
Have continuously resided in Poland for 2 years based on:
✓ A permanent residence permit;
✓ A long-term EU resident permit;
✓ The right of permanent residence as an EU citizen, if:
- They have been in a marriage with a Polish citizen for at least 3 years, or they are stateless.
In the case of a negative decision, the applicant has 14 days to appeal to the Minister of the Interior and Administration.
A positively reviewed application concludes the process, and the voivode issues an administrative decision recognizing the applicant as a Polish citizen.
▬ Formal Requirements for the Application for Recognition as a Polish Citizen ▬
▬ Application Review Process ▬
▬ Who can apply for recognition as a Polish citizen ▬
Recognition as a Polish citizen occurs through an administrative decision issued by the voivode. Any applicant meeting the following requirements may apply for recognition as a Polish citizen.
Any foreigner fulfilling specific conditions may apply for Polish citizenship. The application may also include a minor child with the consent of their parents (legal guardians). If the child is over 16 years old, they must personally consent to acquiring citizenship. Notably, a parent may apply for their child's citizenship even if they do not apply for it themselves.
If a foreigner does not meet the requirements for recognition as a Polish citizen, they may consider the procedure for citizenship granted by the President of Poland.
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