The process of legalising a stay in Poland requires great precision. Even minor formal errors can lead to delays and even a refusal to issue a permit. Learn about the most common mistakes and check how to avoid them so that your application is granted.

1. Incomplete documents

The most common mistake is the absence of required attachments, such as proof of registration, health insurance or documents confirming the purpose of residence. We also often forget to provide certified translations of documents in a foreign language or submit copies that are not certified as true copies.

2. Errors in the application

Many people fill in the application illegibly or omit certain fields. Incorrect or incomplete personal data, incorrect criminal record information, as well as a missing signature or a signature in the wrong place (e.g. a child's signature instead of a guardian's) occur.

3. submitting an application on an incorrect form

A common problem is using the wrong type of form or submitting only an annex without the main application.

4 Failure to meet deadlines

Submission of an application after the end of legal residence may result in a refusal and the necessity to leave Poland. It is worth keeping an eye on all deadlines and not leaving the formalities to the last minute.

5. no data update

Failure to notify a change of address, employer or other important information to the office may result in problems during the processing of the application.

6. Errors in the employer's documents

Often, there are missing signatures on contracts, inconsistent data with the starost's information, failure to specify the number of working hours or the amount of remuneration.

7. no case monitoring

Failure to respond to the office's requests to supplement documents or to check the status of an application may result in a refusal.

How to avoid mistakes?

• Always check the current requirements and use the official forms.
• Fill in the application legibly, in Polish and complete all fields.
• Attach a set of the required documents and certify copies as true copies.
• Monitor case status and respond to letters from the office.
• Enlist the help of an experienced agency or lawyer - this is the best way to avoid costly mistakes.

By avoiding these mistakes, you increase the chances of your application being processed quickly and positively! If you want to make sure that all the formalities are completed correctly, contact our agency - we will be happy to help!