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EU Long-Term Resident's Permit
VisasPolandEU Long-Term Resident's Permit
PolandPoland•Europe
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EU Long-Term Resident's Permit

Work 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

3–6 months

Estimated Cost

PLN 740 PLN

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

5 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

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Overview

Grant indefinite Polish residency to third-country nationals after 5+ years continuous legal residence and B1 language proficiency, with unrestricted work authorization.

The EU Long-Term Resident's Permit provides indefinite residence to third-country nationals with five or more years continuous legal residence in Poland. Applicants must demonstrate B1-level Polish language competency and maintain stable monthly income of at least PLN 1,010. This permit removes employment-specific restrictions and enables mobility rights across other EU member states.

The residence card is valid for five years and renewable indefinitely. Processing takes up to six months from submission of all formal requirements. Fees total 740 PLN (640 PLN stamp duty plus 100 PLN card issuance). Work authorization and remote work are fully permitted; dependents may reside with the holder.

This visa is ideal for long-term residents seeking permanent, legally protected residence in Poland and unrestricted labor market access.

Cost Breakdown

Stamp dutyPLN 640 PLN
Residence card issuance feePLN 100 PLN
TotalPLN 740 PLN

Stay & Extensions

Status typePermanent / indefinite

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Minimum income: 9312 PLN

Health insurance required

Age: 18-

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

1,010 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Residence history

Language certificate

Current residence permit

Stable income proof

Health insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Full work authorization with no employer restrictions — unrestricted labor market access
  • Remote work allowed — can work for foreign or Polish employers from Poland
  • Indefinite residency through 5-year renewable residence cards with no statutory cap
  • Direct pathway to permanent residence and citizenship after established residency
  • Modest minimum income requirement of 1010 PLN (~€215) per month
  • Can bring family dependents with unrestricted spouse work rights
  • Valid for 5 years; residence card renewable indefinitely without re-application complexity
  • Processing completed within 6 months from meeting all formal requirements

Worth Knowing

  • Requires 5+ years continuous legal residence in Poland before application qualification
  • Polish language proficiency at B1 level (intermediate) mandatory — integration requirement
  • Application processed at voivodeship office; no centralized portal streamlines procedure
  • Fees total 740 PLN (640 stamp duty + 100 residence card fee); payment due before issuance
  • Restricted to third-country nationals; EU/EEA nationals non-qualifying for this permit

Application Process

1

Establish 5+ years residence: Have continuous legal residence in Poland for 5+ years

2

Demonstrate Polish language: Prove Polish language proficiency at B1 level or provide exemption

3

Demonstrate integration: Provide evidence of integration into Polish society

4

Prepare application: Gather residence history and language proof

5

Apply at voivodeship office: Submit EU long-term resident application

6

Decision issued: Decision typically within 30-60 days

Application Forms

Go to application portal
EU Long-Term Resident's Permit ApplicationFill online

Verified Claims (12)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Fee Breakdown
Stamp duty: 640 PLN; Residence card issuance fee: 100 PLN
en.migrant.wsc.mazowieckie.pl
Fees
640 PLN stamp duty + 100 PLN residence card fee
en.migrant.wsc.mazowieckie.pl
Forms · EU Long-Term Resident's Permit Application · url
https://mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl/
gov.pl
Application Portal
https://mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl/
gov.pl
Max Stay
Indefinite (residence card valid for 5 years, renewable indefinitely)
gov.pl
Max Stay Estimate
type: indefinite, notes: Permit is indefinite; residence card issued for 5-year periods and renewed …
gov.pl
Min Income
1010
migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl
Pr Pathway
true
gov.pl
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