🇵🇱 Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work)
Also known as: karta pobytu, temporary residence and work permit
Last verified: September 2, 2026
What is the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work)?
One voivode decision authorising both residence and employment for up to three years — the route most people move onto once they are already in Poland on a D visa. It replaces holding a separate work permit and residence card, and is the practical path toward long-term EU residence, which becomes available after five years of legal stay. Applications go to the voivodeship office covering where you live, and processing is slow and varies sharply by region: Warsaw and Kraków are notably backlogged. Apply well before your current permission expires, because a timely application usually stamps your passport and keeps your stay legal while the decision is pending.
Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work) requirements, cost, and processing time
| Government fee | $120 |
| Processing time | 16–40 weeks |
| Minimum annual income | No fixed threshold on record |
| Minimum savings | No fixed threshold on record |
| Job offer | Required |
| Degree | Not required |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | Yes |
Amounts are approximate US dollar equivalents of figures set in local currency, verified against official sources for Indians.
Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work) cost and processing time by nationality
| Applicants | Gov. fee | Processing | Min. income | Min. savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 Indians | $120 | 16–40 weeks | — | — |
Each row links to the full guide for that nationality, with the document checklist.
Documents needed for the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work)
- Confirm you are legally resident in Poland
- Book your voivodeship office appointment early
- Gather employer documents and the employment annex
- Assemble proof of accommodation and income
- Get sworn translations of all non-Polish documents
- Submit the application and give fingerprints
- Respond quickly to any request for further documents
- Collect your residence card and plan for long-term residence
This list is the checklist for Indians. The full ordered checklist, with timing, dependencies, and personalized due dates, is part of the plan.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- What are the requirements for the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work)?
- The requirements we have on record are: a job offer from an employer in Poland. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Indians; the official source lists the full document set.
- How much does the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work) cost?
- The government fee is about $120 (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.
- What is the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work) processing time?
- Typical processing takes 16–40 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- Do I need a job offer for the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work)?
- Yes. A job offer from an employer in Poland is required before applying.
- Can family members join on the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work)?
- Yes. Accompanying family members are allowed, with additional documentation.
- Does the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work) lead to permanent residency?
- Yes. It offers a path to permanent residency after the qualifying period.
- Is the karta pobytu the same as the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work)?
- Yes. karta pobytu and temporary residence and work permit are other names people use for the Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work).
Poland Single Permit (Temporary Residence & Work) guides by nationality
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source: gov.pl. This guide is general information, not legal advice.