Legalization of stay
STUDENTS & PhD STUDENTS
STAFF
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I am a holder of a temporary residence card for full time students. Can I work while studying?
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What should I do if I want to change the purpose of my stay if I already submitted the application?
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I have obtained a positive decision. When will I receive a card?
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What if I complete my studies and obtain my degree but the procedure of temporary stay permit is still ongoing and I want to stay in Poland?
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I applied for a residence permit in another province in Poland but have since moved to Warsaw to pursue my studies. What should I do?
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What can I do if I applied for a residence permit on the basis of work but have since started studies as a full time student at the university?
Registration of address
According to Polish law, both a Polish citizen and a foreigner living in Poland are obliged to register their address, if their stay exceeds 30 days (for non EU citizens) or 3 months (for EU citizens).
The procedure is called „ZAMELDOWANIE” and is free of charge but if you wish to receive a written confirmation you will need to pay PLN 17.
In order to comply this obligation to have to visit Municipal Office corresponding to your place of residence, no later than on the 30th day after your arrival (if you are EU citizen) or no later than 4th day after arrival (if you are non-EU citizen).
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Rental agreement (if you rent a flat/room)
ID (for EU citizen) or passport (for non-EU citizen)
Visa or residence card (for non-EU citizen)
Upon registration, the foreigner can obtain a PESEL number.
Please keep in mind that you must inform the Municipal Office of any changes to your address.