Immigration Lawyer Poland Adwokat Natalia Szabatowska

11/05/2026

Poland is moving from paper-based applications to a fully electronic system called MOS (Moduł Obsługi Spraw). Applications submitted outside the MOS system will no longer be accepted.

To apply through MOS you need to:

▪️ get a PESEL number,
▪️ create a Trusted Profile (Profil Zaufany) and confirm your identity,
▪️ create an account in the MOS system.

The fastest way to get a PESEL number is usually through the City Hall (Urząd Miasta / Urząd Gminy). There are two common options:

⭐️ address registration (zameldowanie) — if you have a registered place of residence in Poland, you receive a PESEL automatically during registration (you need a legal title to the property and a document confirming your right to stay in Poland; registration can be done for a minimum of 30 days),

⭐️ separate PESEL application — you must provide a legal basis for obtaining a PESEL number (creating a Trusted Profile is one of the accepted reasons).

In both cases, the application is handled by the same municipal office. After receiving the PESEL number, you can create a Trusted Profile and then register in MOS.

Contact us if you have any doubts:
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20/04/2026

🚨 LAST CALL!

Send your application tomorrow using priority registered mail to apply for a residence permit before MOS II comes into force.

Starting April 27, the MOS system will allow electronic submission of residence applications (only).

If you prefer the traditional method, you can still submit a paper application until April 26 — but in practice, this means April 25 (since the 26th is a Saturday).

Important‼️ the application must be received by the office by that date, not just sent. Otherwise, your application will be disregarded.

13/04/2026

Poland is going fully digital for residence permits — and it starts sooner than you think⏰

Starting April 27, Poland is introducing a major change in the way foreigners apply for residence permits.

From this date, most applications for temporary residence, permanent residence, and EU long-term residence will have to be submitted online through the MOS (Case Handling Module) system.

What does this mean in practice?

✔️ No more paper applications
✔️ A fully digital application process — you need to have a Trusted Profile (Profil Zaufany) or a qualified electronic signature

But keep in mind:
👉 After submitting your application online, you will still need to visit the office in person to provide fingerprints and show original documents.

This is a big step towards digitalization — and a change that will affect thousands of foreigners living in Poland.

If you're planning to apply for a residence permit, make sure you're ready for the new system.

‼️IMPORTANT: If you plan to submit your application by post before this change takes effect, make sure it is delivered to the Immigration Office no later than April 26. Otherwise, your application may be rejected.

Contact us if you have any doubts:
[email protected]💻
728 976 411📞

26/03/2026

Avoid mistakes. Eliminate stress. Stay safe.

Working with a professional attorney or advocate means you don’t have to navigate complex procedures alone. Instead of risking costly errors, you gain expert guidance and full protection.

We offer:

▪️Individual, 1:1 support – we guide you “by the hand” through the entire process
▪️Full legal representation – in offices and courts (agencies only handle applications)
▪️Comprehensive service (A–Z) – documents, certifications, deadlines, correspondence address, and ongoing contact
▪️Fast response times – within 24–48 hours, and immediately in critical situations
▪️Proactive risk management – we foresee issues before they affect your legal status
▪️Crimmigration expertise: defending against deportation and entry bans, handling residence appeals, and criminal cases affecting immigration status.

With us, you gain what matters most: peace of mind and legal security.

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📞 728 976 411
💻 https://lavolegal.pl/en/

23/03/2026

🇺🇸 Can an American citizen have an illegal stay in Poland?

It sounds counterintuitive - but yes, it’s possible.

And with the upcoming Entry/Exit System (EES), it will not only be much easier to detect overstays, but also easier to unintentionally fall into illegal stay.

In my latest article, I explain:

🔹 how the EES system affects bilateral visa waiver agreements Poland has signed with US, Israel, Mexico, Argentine, Chile, Japan, Brazil, Honduras and other countries
🔹 when a legal stay turns into an illegal one
🔹 why visa-free travel (e.g. 90/180 rule) creates real risks
🔹 what consequences U.S. citizens may face in the Schengen

Overstaying can lead to serious consequences like fines, entry bans, or future travel complications.

This is particularly important if you’ve been relying on the “90 days” rule without taking the 180-day limit into account (thanks to bilateral agreements).

Contact us if you have any doubts📞📩

👉 Read the full article here: https://lavolegal.pl/en/illegal-stay-of-american-citizens-is-that-possible-what-changes-with-the-ees-system/

Entry Exit System vs bilateral visa waiver agreements

05/03/2026

Are you planning to apply for temporary residence in Poland in 2026?📑

Read our article to find out what’s changed, including the updated requirements and the documents you’ll need to submit:

🔹New application forms

🔹Limited appointment availability in many cities

🔹Updated minimum wage

🔹New minimum salary for the Blue Card

🔹Online applications through MOS - coming soon?

Contact us if you have any questions or need assistance with applying for TRP.

temporary residece permit in Poland 2026

01/03/2026

Do 4 marca 2026 r. (włącznie) obywatele Ukrainy mogą zakładać działalność gospodarczą na takich samych zasadach jak obywatele Polski. Ci, którzy dotychczas skorzystali z ułatwień wynikających ze "specustawy", mają prawo do kontynuowania działalności na dotychczasowych zasadach.

Od 5 marca 2026 r., aby obywatel Ukrainy mógł założyć jednoosobową działalność gospodarczą, będzie musiał posiadać odpowiednią podstawę pobytową, np.:

📍status rezydenta UE lub pobyt stały,

📍bycie małżonkiem obywatela RP,

📍pobyt czasowy z tytułu łączenia rodzin.

Jeśli chcesz założyć działalność gospodarczą wpisaną do CEIDG, masz jeszcze kilka dni! Posiadając profil zaufany możesz to zrobić online.

Jeśli potrzebujesz pomocy lub masz jakiekolwiek wątpliwości - skontaktuj się z nami!

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28/02/2026

If you want to apply for a Blue Card in 2026 (a temporary residence permit for highly qualified employees), your monthly gross salary must be at least PLN 13,355.34. Previously, the threshold was PLN 12,272.58.

If you’re wondering whether you qualify for a Blue Card, contact us at [email protected]

24/01/2026

🚨 Important update for US & some other non-EU travelers to Poland 🚨

The US–Poland bilateral agreement, which allowed US citizens to stay in Poland for 90 days outside the standard Schengen limit, is no longer valid.

The Polish Border Guard has confirmed:
“The bilateral agreement between Poland and the USA is over.”

🔹 Why?�Because the EES (Entry/Exit System) is being implemented across the Schengen Area. Passport stamps are being replaced by electronic entry/exit records, meaning stays will be automatically calculated.

🔹 What does this change?�All bilateral agreements that allowed more favorable stay rules than the standard 90 days in any 180-day period are now considered null and void.

🔹 Countries affected (besides the USA):�Chile, Japan, Mexico, Israel, South Korea, Malaysia, Costa Rica, Honduras, Argentina, Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, Panama, Nicaragua.

❗ Can citizens of these countries still enter Poland visa-free?�Yes — visa-free entry still applies, but everyone must now strictly follow the 90/180-day Schengen rule.

❌ It is no longer possible to “reset” your stay by leaving the Schengen Area for a short time (e.g. one day).

ℹ️ Plan your travel carefully — overstays will be automatically detected under EES.

10/01/2026

🇵🇱 Staying in Poland as a non-EU citizen?
Not sure how to legalize your stay? Our latest guide explains the key steps, permits, and requirements — clearly and simply.

👉 Read more: https://lavolegal.pl/en/how-to-legalize-your-stay-in-poland-as-a-non-eu-citizen/

Who may apply for EU long-term residence permit? ⭐️What requirements you need to meet?⭐️ Read our article to find the answer👆🏻

04/12/2025

Do you employ foreigners?

New (higher) stamp duties are already in force from 1st December 2025.

English version in the comment.

💸 Nowe opłaty za zatrudnianie cudzoziemców – od 1 grudnia 2025 r.!

[ENGLISH VERSION IN COMMENT]

Od 1.12.2025 r. zaczyna obowiązywać nowe rozporządzenie dotyczące wysokości opłat za:
🔹 wnioski o wydanie zezwolenia na pracę,
🔹 oświadczenia o powierzeniu pracy cudzoziemcowi.

🔷 Ile teraz zapłaci pracodawca?

✔ 200 zł – zezwolenie na pracę do 3 miesięcy
✔ 400 zł – zezwolenie na pracę powyżej 3 miesięcy
✔ 800 zł – delegowanie cudzoziemca do pracy w Polsce
✔ 100 zł – zezwolenie na pracę sezonową
✔ 400 zł – oświadczenie o powierzeniu pracy cudzoziemcowi (nowa, stała opłata!)

🔍 Co warto wiedzieć?

➡ Nowe stawki dotyczą wszystkich wniosków składanych od 1 grudnia 2025 r.
➡ Sprawy wszczęte wcześniej są rozpatrywane według starych zasad i opłat.

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