A foreign passport is a document that confirms a person's identity and citizenship outside their country. It is used for traveling and is a mandatory document when crossing the border.
The main functions of a foreign passport:
Personal identification: contains photo, personal data (name, surname, date of birth) and citizenship information.
Crossing borders, moving to Poland: serves as the main document for entry and exit from the country.
Visas and stamps: visas, entry and exit stamps are entered into the passport, which allows tracking of the person's movement.
A foreign passport is an important document for international travel, employment and residence abroad, as well as for identity verification in the event that the domestic passport is not valid. It is possible to issue a foreign passport of a citizen of Ukraine in Poland through consular offices of Ukraine. The procedure includes submitting an application, providing the necessary documents and paying the production fee.
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How to issue a foreign passport?
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To obtain a foreign passport in Ukraine or abroad (for example, at the consulate), you usually need to: apply for a passport, provide documents: internal passport, identification code, and for children - a birth certificate, pay a state fee, take photos and leave prints fingers.
The main steps of issuing a foreign passport in Poland:
- Prepare the necessary documents: a completed application for obtaining a passport, a passport of a citizen of Ukraine (domestic) or another document confirming citizenship, a previous foreign passport (if any), a birth certificate for persons under 18 years of age, documents confirming the legality of stay in Poland ( for example, visa, residence permit). In case of change of name or surname - supporting documents (marriage certificate, court decision, etc.).
- Registration for an appointment at the consulate: usually you need to make an appointment at the consulate to submit documents. This can be done through the official website of the chosen consulate of Ukraine in Poland (for example, in Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk or Lublin).
- Payment of the consular fee: the cost of issuing a passport depends on the age of the applicant and the deadlines. There may also be additional fees for urgent registration. Payment is usually made at the bank or consulate before submitting the documents.
- Submission of documents at the consulate: on the appointed day and time, it is necessary to appear at the consulate, submit documents, take photos and go through the fingerprinting procedure.
- Obtaining a ready-made passport: depending on the workload of the consulate, the process can take from several weeks to several months. After the foreign passport is produced, it can be obtained in person at the consulate.
Dokument, a state-owned enterprise, operates in Poland, which provides an opportunity to issue Ukrainian documents faster and more comfortably, including a foreign passport. It is worth checking the current requirements and list of documents on the website of the consulate, as they may change. If you need help in completing documents or speeding up the process, you can contact a lawyer who specializes in migration and obtaining passports. Obtaining a foreign passport in Poland will allow you to have a document that gives the right to travel, leave for permanent residence in Poland and confirms Ukrainian citizenship.
Legal support during the issuance of a foreign passport in Poland can help speed up the process and ensure the correct submission of documents, which is important, especially for those who live abroad and cannot return to Ukraine for issuance.
Legal support when issuing a foreign passport in Poland by the "Consultant" service includes:
- Consultations on documents: assistance in the preparation of the necessary documents (domestic passport, identification code, birth certificate for children) and clarification of the requirements of the Polish consulate.
- Submitting an application for registration: assistance in filling out an application taking into account all requirements and assistance in making an appointment at the Ukrainian consulate in Poland.
- Organization of submission of documents at the consulate: a lawyer can provide support for the submission of documents or submit them by proxy, which is convenient for those who live far from the consulate.
- Process tracking: track deadlines and help in case of delays or issues with passport processing.
- Obtaining a passport: a legal representative can obtain a document for you on the basis of a notarial power of attorney if you are unable to do so in person.
Advantages of legal support by the "Consultant" service:
- Protection against errors: correct submission of documents helps to avoid rejections and delays.
- Saving time: minimizing the need for personal visits to the consulate.
- Quick resolution of issues: if problems arise during the registration process, a lawyer will be able to help with their resolution.
An immigration lawyer is a specialist who provides legal assistance in matters related to immigration, emigration, obtaining residence permits, work permits, citizenship, as well as solving problems that arise when crossing borders or living in another country or departure for permanent residence in Poland.
The services of a migration lawyer of the legal service "Consultant" are useful for those who want to legalize their stay, obtain additional rights in another country, or solve problems with documents related to migration. He provides professional support in complex legal procedures, which greatly facilitates the process of adaptation in a new country and helps in the process of migration to Poland. Legal support helps to obtain a foreign passport as quickly and safely as possible, which is especially important for migrants who need documents for legal stay or departure from the country. A lawyer helps to avoid or challenge deportation, solve problems with documents that can lead to removal from the country, appeal refusals to issue visas or residence permits, provide assistance with processing documents for temporary or permanent residence, work and student visas, residence permits on the basis of marriage or family reunification. including legal support in relevant state institutions and courts.
