Order document renewal with a guarantee of correct execution

Extension of documents is a legal procedure to ensure that your stay in Poland remains legal after the expiration of the current permits or residence cards. This may be an extension of a temporary permit, work card, resident card, or other status. If you do not submit an application on time or fill it out incorrectly, you risk being left without proper legal protection, which will lead to administrative problems, fines, or even forced return.

The need to extend documents may arise when the validity period of a residence card or temporary residence permit expires, if the conditions of stay have changed, for example, a new job, a new contract, or a change in marital status. It may also be necessary if the documents confirming the basis of stay have changed or require renewal, or when legislation or the requirements of the relevant authorities have changed and the application needs to be adjusted.

What types of documents are subject to extension (temporary stay, residence card, residency)?

Here are typical cases when clients order an extension service:

• Temporary Residence Card - temporary stay for various reasons: work, study, family reunification.
• Permanent residence permit / permanent residence card - when you want to stay for a long time.
• EU long-term resident - a status that allows you to stay as an EU resident.
• Work permit, work card + residence - in cases where the residence permit and employment are linked.
• EU Blue Card - for highly qualified specialists.

Each of these types has its own application deadlines, specific requirements for documents, possible additional proof of income, insurance, residence, sometimes language skills or integration.

Deadlines and terms: when to start so as not to lose legality

It is recommended to start the process before the extension in advance - usually 2-4 months before the expiration of the current permit or card. This gives you time to collect documents, translations, and eliminate possible inaccuracies.  If you apply too late - you may lose your legal status, incur fines, additional requirements from the authorities, or even have to leave the country to restore your status. Voivodeship authorities have their own processing times: usually up to 60 days after all documents have been submitted, but in practice it may be longer due to workload or the need to correct defects.

Required documents and formalities - to avoid mistakes

For a successful extension, it is important to prepare:

1. a valid passport or other official document that identifies you;
2. a valid residence permit / residence card;
3. documents confirming the reason for the extension (contract, employer's statement, educational institution certificate, family ties, etc.);
4. proof of stable residence (umowa najmu, potwierdzenia meldunku);
5. proof of income or means of support;
6. proof of insurance (medical, if required);
7. translations and, if necessary, apostille or other legalization of documents;
8. photographs that meet government requirements;
9. payment of fees / contributions (opłaty urzędowe), which are often required before submitting the application or during the appointment.

The most common reasons why authorities refuse to proceed or greatly delay the case:

• lack or incorrect package of documents;
• incorrect basis for the application or non-compliance with the requirements of a specific voivodship;
• errors in the forms, incorrect filling - transliteration, grammar, format;
• incorrect translation, lack of an apostille or other legalization;
• untimely application or submission of the application after the expiration of the validity period;
• change of circumstances that were not declared (change of work, address, marital status) - this may cause additional requirements or problems.

How our legal guarantee of correct execution works?

We offer a service with a guarantee of correctness, which includes:

1. individual consultation at the start to clarify your situation, type of permit, terms and circumstances;
2. drawing up a full package of documents - we prepare everything you need, including translations, apostille, photos;
3. checking forms: nOur specialists check each item of the application to avoid errors;
4. control of submission deadlines: reminding the customer about the dates, assistance with an appointment at the provincial office;
5. we monitor the status of the case, respond to any requirements or additions;
6. in case of refusal - analysis of the reasons, preparation of an appeal or addition, or re-submission, without additional "hidden" costs, if the problem was not the fault of the client.

The guarantee does not mean that we can control every decision of the government, but we ensure that the process will be carried out as carefully as possible, in compliance with all requirements and with minimal risks.

Costs, prices and what the client can expect after the application

Prices: basic consultation + analysis of documents; preparation of the package; support with submission; assistance with corrections, if necessary. The cost depends on the complexity (type of permit, whether translations are required, apostille, whether there will be many corrections).

Official fees: payment of state fees (opłaty urzędowe), cost of issuing a residence card, etc.; these fees are established by law and do not depend on the law firm.

What the client can expect after applying:

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  a calendar of actions, with a clear plan: when something needs to be done (collection of documents, appointment, submission)
   
• checking all documents before submission
   
• submission of an application to the voivodeship office or the relevant authority
   
• monitoring the case and notifying the client of the status
   
• if necessary — assistance with correcting errors or appealing