Entries by kgugala

23.01.2020 – Pole’s Card

What is the Pole’s Card? The Pole’s Card is a document confirming affiliation to the Polish Nation and certifying that its holder has certain rights related to it.  However, one should remember that granting the Card of the Pole does not mean the acquisition of Polish citizenship. The Pole’s Card is also not a document […]

22.01.2020 – Can a foreigner buy a property located in Poland?

Yes. However, there are some restrictions. A distinction should be made between the acquisition of a property (undeveloped land or land developed with, among others, a single-family house) and the acquisition of an independent dwelling (e.g. in a block of flats or a detached house). The rule is that a foreigner purchasing a property in […]

20.12.2019 – Christmas traditions in Poland

Vast majority of Poles are Catholics, that’s why the period of Christmas is very important here. In Poland, Christmas traditions and customs are very similar all over the country. In many homes, people sing carols during Christmas dinner, and there’s always one free plate at the table for an unexpected guest. Moreover, many families still […]

29.11.2019 – WHO CAN ENTER POLAND UNDER THE VISA-FREE TRAVEL?

Some foreigners are not required to have visas or other documents that allow them to enter and stay in Poland. These people travel to Poland under the visa-free travel. The total time of stay in Schengen member states (including Poland) without the visa cannot be longer than 90 days in the period of every 180 […]

15.11.2019 – Polish Card – monetary benefits

People with Polish Card, who submitted their application for permanent residence in Poland, can submit an application for a temporary monetary benefit. The benefit can be additionally extended to cover the person’s spouse and children residing in Poland. The monetary benefit application has to be submitted (in person, by an authorized representative or by mail) […]

13.11.2019 – Who can work in Poland without the work permit?

Any foreigner who’s not a EU citizen can work in Poland without the need to get the work permit or another document confirming his or her permission to work in Poland, if the foreigner, for example: was granted a refugee status in Poland, was granted supplementary protection in Poland, has the permanent residence permit, has […]

07.11.2019 – How to get your Personal ID number (PESEL)?

All foreigners get their Personal ID number automatically when they register for residence in Poland for more than 30 days. However, if a foreigner can’t register for residence, but wants to get his or her Personal ID number, then he or she has to submit a proper application at the Borough Office (Urzad Gminy). In […]

17.10.2019 – Assistance for migrants within the project

We kindly inform you that we are still recruiting for the project. Within the framework of the project, you can seek advice from an integration advisor, a professional advisor or a lawyer. We also enrol for Polish language courses and adaptation courses. Meetings with employers are also planned. Within the framework of social and living […]

08.10.2019 – Polish language courses for foreigners

From October 2019 we are starting Polish language courses as part of our project. Participants during regular classes will have a chance to improve their communication skills, which are necessary in everyday life situations, and get to know the history and culture of our country. Those interested in taking part in the course are welcome […]