Apply for a Residence Permit in Poland (TRC in 2025 Guide)

If you're planning to stay in Poland longer than 90 days, you'll likely need a residence permit. Whether you're a student, employee, or business owner, this guide explains how to apply for a residence permit in Poland, including TRC Poland requirements, procedures, and 2025 updates.

The residence card ("karta pobytu") is a physical document confirming that you've been granted a residence permit. It's typically issued after receiving:

• Temporary residence permit Poland (TRC),
• Permanent residence permit, or
• Long-term EU residence permit.

You might also obtain a Blue Card, a special type of temporary residence permit for highly qualified workers. Each of these allows legal stay and often employment in Poland.

There are over 30 residence permit types in Poland. The most common include:

• Student residence permit Poland (for higher education)
• TRC for employees (based on a job offer)
• TRC for family reunification
• EU Blue Card (highly qualified professionals)
• TRC for business owners and startups
• TRC for posted workers and volunteers

You can apply for a residence permit in Poland Krakow, Warsaw, or any city where you legally reside.

To qualify for a temporary residence permit Poland, you need:

• A legal purpose of stay (work, study, family, etc.)
• Legal entry to Poland (visa, visa-free, etc.)
• Proof of health insurance
• Sufficient financial means
• A valid address of residence

If you're unsure how to fill residence permit application form Poland, our team at Residence Angels provides full guidance and document checks.

EU citizens can stay in Poland up to 90 days without formalities. For longer stays, they must register residence but don’t receive a "residence card".
Non-EU citizens must apply for a residence permit. If you're wondering can I work with stamp on passport for residence permit in Poland? — yes, but only temporarily until you receive the card.

1. Status & Document Review
2. Appointment Booking (InPol, Przybysz or regional portals)
3. Consulting HR or Employer
4. Document Compilation
5. Submission & Stamp on Passport
6. Follow-up with Immigration Office
7. Residence Card Collection

We help with temporary residence permit application Poland form completion and appointment scheduling.

1. Status & Document Review
2. Appointment Booking (InPol, Przybysz or regional portals)
3. Consulting HR or Employer
4. Document Compilation
5. Submission & Stamp on Passport
6. Follow-up with Immigration Office
7. Residence Card Collection

We help with temporary residence permit application Poland form completion and appointment scheduling.