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Moving to Poland from Israel: Residence, Citizenship & Polish Roots (2025 Guide)

Are you an Israeli citizen with family roots in Poland? Thousands of Israeli families have ties to Poland dating back generations — and many of them may be eligible for a Polish residence permit or even Polish citizenship by descent. In this guide, we explore how you can legally move to Poland from Israel, what documents you need, and how Residence Angels can help you every step of the way.

Good news: Israeli citizens with a biometric passport can travel to Poland visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. During this time, you can:

• Explore relocation opportunities
• Apply for residence while inside Poland
• Look for housing, work, or educational options for children

No visa is required for short-term visits related to tourism, business, or family purposes.
💡 Planning to stay longer? Read on to learn how to obtain a Temporary Residence Permit (TRC) or even apply for Polish citizenship.

Yes — but it depends on your individual case and documentation. Poland operates under the principle of jus sanguinis (citizenship by descent), which means that you may be entitled to Polish citizenship if one of your ancestors was a Polish citizen.

This includes many Jewish families who left Poland before or after World War II and settled in Israel. If you can trace your ancestry and prove uninterrupted citizenship status through family documents, you may be eligible.
Common eligibility signs:

• Your parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents were born in Poland (or Polish territories)
• You have access to Polish passports, birth certificates, or military service documents
• No formal renunciation of Polish citizenship occurred in the family line

However, determining eligibility requires individual legal analysis.
✅ Residence Angels provides full assessment of your case, searches in Polish archives, and legal guidance to confirm whether you're eligible for:

• Full Polish citizenship (without naturalization)
• Permanent residence (if citizenship is not confirmed)

Even if your ancestry does not entitle you to citizenship, you can still live in Poland legally. Here are your main options:

💡 Our team helps you choose the best path based on your personal and family situation.

Whether you're applying for citizenship or residence, paperwork is essential. You'll need:

• Valid Israeli biometric passport
• Birth certificates ( into Polish transcript)
• Family tree or genealogy outline
• Any available documents proving Polish ancestry (e.g. old Polish IDs, passports, military papers)
• Proof of income or financial stability (for TRC)
• Health insurance for stay in Poland

For citizenship by descent, additional documents may include:

• Emigration records from Poland to Israel
• Naturalization records (or lack thereof) in Israel
• Statements from Polish archives confirming historical citizenship

🔎 Don’t worry if you don’t have everything yet. Residence Angels helps you locate missing documents through official channels.

Poland offers a welcoming environment, affordable cost of living, and excellent education. Many Israelis choose cities like Warsaw, Krakow, Wroclaw, or Gdansk for their international schools, Jewish heritage sites, and growing expat communities.

Key benefits of living in Poland:

• Legal stay in the EU's Schengen zone
• Access to top-tier education and universities
• Growing tech, medical, and startup sectors
• Strong cultural and historical ties for many Jewish families

🏠 Residence Angels assists with apartment rentals, school enrollment, PESEL registration, and insurance setup.

Here’s how a typical move looks for an Israeli citizen with Polish ancestry:

1. Arrival in Poland (within visa-free 90-day period)
2. Document review with our legal team
3. Genealogy and ancestry search (if applicable)
4. Application for citizenship or TRC
5. Assistance with translations, notarization, and paperwork
6. Follow-up with voivodeship office or consulate

We are more than just immigration experts — we’re relocation partners. Our services for Israeli citizens include:

✅ Legal analysis for Polish citizenship or residence eligibility
✅ Complete application process for TRC or PR
✅ Family relocation support (schools, housing, documentation)
✅ Certified translations and document legalization
✅ Communication with Polish authorities and consulates
✅ Ongoing support after you move — in Hebrew, English, and Polish

📞 Schedule a consultation with our legal team to check your eligibility and start your journey.

For many Israeli families, reconnecting with their Polish heritage is more than legal paperwork — it’s a return to cultural identity, opportunities, and belonging in Europe.

Whether you're looking to explore your options, reclaim your citizenship, or start a new life in Poland, Residence Angels is here to guide you with integrity, experience, and care.

Contact us today to begin your free eligibility assessment.