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Publication date: 31.03.2025
I am Vladlena Kaufman, the founder of Kaufman Group, a lawyer with Ukrainian and Polish education, with over 5 years of experience in business legal support and foreigner legalization in Poland. In-depth knowledge of the law and efficiency are what set me apart from other professionals. In my work, I do not just solve problems, but create strategies that save money and time.
Residence permit through employment
One of the most popular ways to obtain a residence card in Poland is through official employment. According to Polish residence card legislation, foreigners with an employment contract can apply for a temporary residence card. Vladlena Kaufman is an experienced employment specialist who will help you find a legal job that matches your skills and prepare all the necessary documents for a residence card.
Polish legislation on the residence card
Polish legislation on the residence card regulates the conditions for obtaining a residence permit for foreigners who wish to legally live and work in the country.
The main regulatory acts are the Act on Foreigners (Ustawa o cudzoziemcach) and related regulations that define the procedure for issuing a residence card, the list of required documents and the timeframe for their consideration. It is important to comply with the requirements for legalization of documents in Poland, proper execution of employment contracts and compliance with financial conditions. Violation of the rules may lead to a refusal to issue a residence permit or even deportation, so it is important to carefully approach all stages of the procedure.
Conditions for obtaining a residence card based on employment:
- Employment contract or civil law contract (umowa o pracę / umowa zlecenie).
A work permit (Zezwolenie na pracę) or a declaration of work assignment (Oświadczenie o powierzeniu wykonywania pracy).
Financial solvency (salary not less than the minimum wage established by law).
Official residence in Poland.
Legalization of documents in Poland before applying.
Types of residence cards in Poland
Foreigners can apply for different types of residence cards depending on their situation:
- Temporary residence card - issued on the basis of employment, study, business, etc.
Permanent residence card - for persons who have Polish roots or have been in Poland for a long time.
EU resident card - for persons legally residing in Poland for more than 5 years.
Obtaining a residence card: documents and procedure
The documents for the residence card must be submitted at the voivodeship office at the place of residence.
Basic documents for a residence card:
- A completed application form (wniosek).
A copy of your passport (all filled in pages).
- Employment contract.
Work permit (if required).
Photo 35x45 mm (4 pcs.).
Proof of health insurance.
Proof of financial solvency.
Proof of residence (lease agreement, registration).
Receipt of payment of the state fee.
It is recommended to submit documents for a residence card 2-3 months before the visa expiration date, as the consideration can last from 3 to 8 months.
Vladlena Kaujfman will help you to collect all the documents and fill in the necessary forms in Polish.
Why should you contact Vladlena Kaufman?
- Selection of trusted employers without the risk of fraud.
Assistance in legalization of documents in Poland.
Consultations on the conditions for obtaining a residence card and all legal nuances.
Obtaining a residence card in Poland through employment is one of the most reliable ways of legalization in the country. Compliance with the Polish legislation on the residence card, proper paperwork and cooperation with trusted employers significantly increase the chances of successfully obtaining a residence permit.
Wladlena Kaufman will help you find official employment, prepare all the necessary documents for the residence card and accompany you at every stage of the process. Thanks to professional support, you will be able to go through the legalization procedure in Poland quickly and without any difficulties.
