Residency

Poland — Residency: Processing Times

Polish temporary residence applications are decided within 60 days of a complete application, filed electronically via MOS, with a fee of PLN 440 for a combined work permit.

VerifiedGovernment / official sourceModuł Obsługi Spraw (MOS) — Temporary residence and work permitLast reviewed: 2026-10-23

Key facts

  • The application is decided within 60 days of submitting a complete application with all attachments.
  • The application is submitted only electronically via MOS, signed with a qualified electronic signature or Trusted Signature.
  • The fee for a combined temporary residence and work permit is PLN 440 for an employee and PLN 340 for a board member; a standalone temporary residence permit costs PLN 85 or PLN 340 depending on circumstances.
  • After submitting you attend an appointment no sooner than 7 days after the summons for fingerprints and a signature specimen.

Steps

  1. Step 1: Submission — The applicant submits their application and required documents to the relevant authorities.

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