Registration of residence of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen (Rejestracja pobytu obywatela UE)
Registration of residence of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen is a residence route in Poland (EU / EFTA-Freizügigkeit). Register with voivode for stays >3 months: work/self-employment or sufficient resources + health insurance. Non-EU family get residence card. Permanent residence after 5 yrs; citizenship after 3 yrs PR (B1 Polish).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide once resident: PIT 12%/32% or 19% flat on business; 19% dividends; 4% solidarity levy above PLN 1m.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategorie | EU / EFTA-Freizügigkeit |
|---|---|
| Investition | — |
| Gebühren (Familie) | CHF 40 |
| Einkommen / Jahr | — |
| Vermögen | — |
| Mindestaufenthalt | 0 |
| Niederlassung | 5 |
| Einbürgerung | 8 |
| Arbeit | yes |
| Berechtigt | EU/EEA/CH only |
| Steuern | Worldwide once resident: PIT 12%/32% or 19% flat on business; 19% dividends; 4% solidarity levy above PLN 1m. |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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