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17 — National Visa - Repatriation

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

Indefinite

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

For individuals of Polish descent to relocate to Poland permanently and acquire citizenship.

This visa is designed for individuals of Polish descent to return to their ancestral homeland. It grants immediate citizenship upon crossing the border, effectively bypassing standard residency requirements. Applicants must prove their heritage and demonstrate that they have secured both housing and a source of income in Poland.

Stay & Extensions

Status type

Permanent / indefinite

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Poland

PR-Permit — Permanent Residence Permit

ValidityVaries (Permanent right to reside after 10-year validity period. Can be renewed.)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be of Polish origin

Resided in specific territories (e.g., Asian part of former USSR) before Jan 1, 2001

Secured housing and income in Poland

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Proof of Polish origin

Proof of residence in specified territories

Proof of housing

Proof of income

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Immediate citizenship
No visa fees
Full labor market access

Worth Knowing

Strict eligibility regarding ancestral origin
Requires pre-arranged housing and income
Lack of proof of Polish origin
Inability to secure housing/income

Application Process

Register on e-konsulat

Submit application to Ministry of the Interior

Attend consular appointment

Application Forms

e-konsulat

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