Pole's Card (Karta Polaka) → permanent residence (Karta Polaka / zezwolenie na pobyt stały)
Changes or availability under review — 2026 govt bills (UD368, citizenship reform) would add fees, cut Polonia-activity basis and lengthen 1-yr citizenship path
Pole's Card (Karta Polaka) → permanent residence is a residence route in Poland (Καταγωγή). Consular interview in Polish, proof of Polish descent or Polonia activity, declaration of belonging to Polish nation. Free national visa, PR on arrival, settlement allowance; citizenship after 1 yr PR with B1 Polish. Gov fees minimal (residence card ~PLN 50–100/person, approx).
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after άμεσα years. Citizenship can be possible after about 1 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide once resident: PIT 12%/32%, 19% dividends.
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.
| Κατηγορία | Καταγωγή |
|---|---|
| Επένδυση | — |
| Τέλη (οικογένεια) | CHF 50 |
| Εισόδημα / έτος | — |
| Περιουσία | — |
| Ελάχ. διαμονή | — |
| Μόνιμη διαμονή | άμεσα |
| Ιθαγένεια | 1 |
| Εργασία | yes |
| Δικαιούχοι | persons of Polish descent (parent/grandparent or 2 great-grandparents Polish) with basic Polish |
| Φόρος | Worldwide once resident: PIT 12%/32%, 19% dividends. |
| Στοιχεία | 2026-10 |
General information only — not tax, legal, immigration, investment or financial advice, and no client relationship. Figures are simplified, indicative and may be out of date. Always verify with the official authority and a licensed professional in the country concerned before acting. Partner links, if any, are marked and may earn us a fee.