{"id":1901,"date":"2025-07-15T07:45:20","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T05:45:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/idpolska.com\/?p=1901"},"modified":"2025-08-09T21:28:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-09T19:28:33","slug":"rights-and-duties-of-foreigners-in-poland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/idpolska.com\/en\/rights-and-duties-of-foreigners-in-poland\/","title":{"rendered":"Rights and obligations of the foreigner in Poland after legalisation"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rights and obligations of a foreigner in Poland - what you need to know after legalizing your stay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Obtaining a residence card is only the beginning of a legal stay in Poland. With the residence permit, the foreigner acquires certain rights, but also undertakes to comply with specific obligations. Knowledge of these regulations is crucial for a trouble-free functioning in the Polish legal system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Basic rights of a foreigner with a residence card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Right to reside in Poland<\/strong> The residence card entitles the holder to stay legally in the territory of the Republic of Poland for the period specified in the permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Right to freedom of movement<\/strong> Residence card holders can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Travel within the Schengen area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move freely on Polish territory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change of residence (with notification)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Right to work<\/strong> Depending on the type of permit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Temporary residence - right to work for a specific employer or in a specific industry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EU permanent residence\/long-term resident - full access to the labour market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Possibility to set up your own business<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Right to healthcare<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health insurance<\/strong> Foreigners with a residence card are entitled to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Insurance in the NFZ on the basis of work or activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voluntary health insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free emergency medical care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Access to benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Primary medical care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specialist treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hospital treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental care (to a limited extent)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Right to education<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For children:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compulsory schooling for children aged 7-18 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free education in public schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to psychological-educational assistance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For adults:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Possibility to continue or start studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to Polish language courses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Possibility of using integration programmes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Entitlement to social benefits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Social benefits and aids:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unemployment benefit (when conditions are met)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Housing allowance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social assistance in crisis situations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>500+ (subject to certain conditions)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main responsibilities of the foreigner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Obligation to have documents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always carry your residence card and travel document<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presentation of documents at the request of the competent authorities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reporting loss or theft of documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Obligation to register<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Registration for temporary residence within 30 days of arrival<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deregistration on change of residence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updating data at the provincial office<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tax obligations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accounting for income tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeping records of income (for business activities)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timely submission of tax returns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Social security obligations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Notification to Social Security upon taking up employment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular payment of contributions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information on changes in employment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Obligation to comply with Polish law<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Criminal law:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compliance with all criminal law provisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Special attention to offences that may affect residence status<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Administrative law:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compliance with traffic regulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Settlement of fines and penalties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance with sanitary and epidemiological regulations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Obligation to notify changes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Changes requiring notification:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change of residence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change in marital status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change of employer (in some cases)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change of personal data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long-term departure from Poland (more than 6 months)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consequences of non-compliance with obligations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Administrative sanctions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monetary fines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shortening the period of validity of the permit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refusal to renew the residence card<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Criminal sanctions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expulsion proceedings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ban on entry into the EU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal liability for serious offences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specific entitlements by card type<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Temporary stay:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Restrictions on access to certain benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Possibility to apply for permanent residence after 5 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Permanent residence:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full access to the labour market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right to social benefits on an equal footing with citizens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No need to renew the permit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EU long-term resident:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Right of movement between EU countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Privileged position when applying for permits in other EU countries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always carry your residence card and passport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep records of all significant changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regularly check the expiry dates of documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When in doubt, consult migration law experts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Legalising your stay is not only about obtaining a document, but also about taking responsibility for complying with Polish law. Knowing your rights and obligations is the basis for a peaceful and safe life in Poland.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prawa i obowi\u0105zki cudzoziemca w Polsce \u2013 co musisz wiedzie\u0107 po legalizacji pobytu Uzyskanie karty pobytu to dopiero pocz\u0105tek legalnego pobytu w Polsce. Wraz z pozwoleniem na pobyt cudzoziemiec zyskuje okre\u015blone prawa, ale r\u00f3wnie\u017c zobowi\u0105zuje si\u0119 do przestrzegania konkretnych obowi\u0105zk\u00f3w. Znajomo\u015b\u0107 tych regulacji jest kluczowa dla bezproblemowego funkcjonowania w polskim systemie prawnym. 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