Residence card for graduates to find a job and absolvent
First, it is necessary to understand the concepts of Graduate Card and Residence Card for job search.
The Graduate Card is a card that can be obtained from the university upon its completion. It indicates a person's affiliation with the club of that particular university, in other words - a club card.
The Graduate Card is not an official document and does not allow staying in Poland legally after the expiration of a visa or a Residence Card for students. It can be a supplement to the main document package when applying for a residence permit, but its influence on the decision is limited.
However, its owner has advantages in other aspects, such as access to the university library, events organized by the university, as well as discounts - hotel reservations, cinemas, concerts, gym visits, clothing, and food purchases. Each university has its own rules, privileges, and opportunities, but the main advantages are similar.
For legal residence in Poland after completing higher education, it is necessary to apply for a Residence Card. Graduates have the opportunity to apply for a Residence Card for job search.
This is a temporary Residence Card, which is issued for a period of 9 months.
Documents required to apply for a temporary Residence Card for graduates searching for a job:
- passport original and copies;
- photos 3.5x4.5 cm taken no later than 6 months before submitting the application - 4 copies;
- filled application form;
- medical insurance policy;
- rental agreement;
- receipt of payment of state fee for document submission;
- bank statement showing sufficient funds to support oneself.
Additional documents may be requested depending on the voivodeship.
Graduates of Polish universities can work without permits. Therefore, if you already have a potential employer at the time of graduation, you can try applying for a Residence Card for employment.
Conclusion
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