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Data: 20.09.2024 Important Updates to the Residence Application Process
To streamline the process for submitting applications for temporary residence, permanent residence, and EU long-term resident status, new rules for scheduling appointments at the Department for Foreigners will take effect from October 1 of this year.
Starting October 1, all applications must be submitted by mail to the Department for Foreigners in Poznań or at one of our regional offices. Applications must be submitted no later than the last day of the foreigner’s legal stay in Poland.
read more... o: Important Updates to the Residence Application ProcessData: 26.06.2024Update to the Act on Assistance for Ukrainian Citizens due to Armed Conflict in Ukraine
Legal Residence for Ukrainian Citizens
The legal residence of Ukrainian citizens (and specified family members) who arrived in Poland due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine between February 24, 2022, and September 30, 2025, has been extended until September 30, 2025. The amendment to the regulations has been published in the Journal of Laws and will come into effect on July 1, 2024.
read more... o: Update to the Act on Assistance for Ukrainian Citizens due to Armed Conflict in UkraineData: 16.05.2024We are starting the implementation of a new project "Direction Wielkopolska: Migrants in the Spotlight"
The Governor of Wielkopolska has secured European Union funding for the project "Direction Wielkopolska: Migrants in the Spotlight". This initiative is dedicated to third-country nationals legally residing in Poland.
Our project targets four main areas: facilitating easier access to information, developing local IT tools, enhancing staff skills, and improving customer service standards.
read more... o: We are starting the implementation of a new project "Direction Wielkopolska: Migrants in the Spotlight"Data: 11.01.2024Human trafficking is a crime! Are you a victim or witness of human trafficking?
Remember that you can become a victim of human trafficking almost everywhere.
Pay attention if someone:
- has taken away your passport or your ID document
- is assaulting, thretening or blackmailing you
- does not pay you the money you have earned, is forcing you to live or work in inhumane conditions, or is forcing you into prostitiution, stealing or begging.
It means, you may be a victim of a human trafficking.
read more... o: Human trafficking is a crime! Are you a victim or witness of human trafficking?Data: 17.11.2023E-booking for fingerprint collection
We are pleased to announce you that starting 23 November 2023, we launched a new e-service for booking appointments to collect fingerprint impressions through our website, which allows checking the status of your case. The implementation of new appointment scheduling for fingerprint collection will replace the previous method of booking appointments through the Department's Helpline. The new service is easily accessible and user-friendly.
Advantages of the e-booking for fingerprints collection:
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Check out our special information point for students!
Location: Welcome Centre UAM, ul. św. Marcin 78 (corner of ul. Kościuszki)
Hours: Every Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Open to: Full-time students and academic staff from all universities in Poznań
Visit our special information and advice desk!
Most popular forms to download
- Temporary residence permit - application form (forms for proceedings started after April 27, 2019)
- Annex no 1 to the application for temporary residence permit
- Work permit application form
Save Time – Handle Your Matters Online!
Wait for a Notification or Appointment
There’s no need to visit the office unless necessary. We’ll reach out when your case is ready for the next steps, allowing you to submit documents precisely when they’re needed.
Mail Your Application
Carefully prepare the documents, complete the form in MOS, and then send the application to the Department by mail.
Look Out for a Notification
If your application requires additional information, you will receive a letter detailing the required documents.
In-Person Appointments Available
If your presence is necessary, you’ll have the option to schedule an appointment at the office.
Use Contact Forms
Have questions or need support? Submit an inquiry from home using WSC Contact, and we’ll respond to your request.
Track Your Case Status
Once you’ve submitted your application, you can check its progress. If an in-person visit is needed, you’ll have the option to schedule an appointment.
Take care of your matters easily, without lines or leaving home – manage them online!
Fill out online application forms at MOS
(temporary and permanent residence permit)
MOS (Case handling Module) in 5 steps:
- Go to mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl and create an account
- Read the information and the list of the most common mistakes
- Fill in the electronic application form
- Print it out and sign
- Send the application form together with other required documents by traditional post or present them in person during a scheduled appointment
If you have a UKR PESEL number, from 1st April 2023 send the application only by post!
