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Temporary Work Residence Card
One of the most in-demand ways for foreigners to legalize their stay. It grants the right to live legally in Poland, work under an employment contract, and enjoy all the benefits of official residence in the country.
About Us
Since 2021, PK.DOCUMENTS has been successfully specializing in the legalization of foreigners in Poland. We assist in obtaining all types of residence cards – temporary and permanent residency, driver's license replacements, and drafting appeals for both negative and positive decisions, especially in cases of short-term issuance. We also offer other services related to the legal stay and employment of foreigners in Poland. Additionally, we provide visa support for many countries worldwide. We can also assist with renting, buying/selling, and obtaining loans for residential real estate.

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Our primary goal is a positive outcome and a satisfied client. That is why, every month, more than half of our new clients come to us through recommendations from friends and acquaintances. We live up to the trust placed in us...
What is a Work Residence Card?
The Temporary Work Residence Card (karta pobytu czasowego i pracy) is one of the most popular and sought-after ways for foreign nationals to legalize their stay in Poland. It allows you to live legally in the country while officially working under a valid employment contract.
This document confirms your legal residence in Poland and eliminates the need for frequent visa renewals. For this reason, the work residence card is considered an optimal solution for those planning long-term employment and stable residence in the country.
Who Can Obtain a Work Residence Card?
A foreigner can apply for a Temporary Work Residence Card if they meet the following requirements:
  • they have a valid employment contract or umowa zlecenie;
  • they perform work on the territory of Poland;
  • they have an employer willing to provide the necessary documents, including Załącznik nr 1;
  • they are actually residing in Poland at the time of application.

These conditions confirm the foreigner’s connection to the Polish labor market and form the basis for a successful card application.

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For How Long Is a Work Residence Card Issued?
The Temporary Work Residence Card (residence permit) is issued for a period of:
from 1 year up to 3 years, with the exact duration depending on:
  • the length of your employment contract;
  • the stability and financial reliability of your employer;
  • the grounds for your employment;
  • the decision of the office handling your case.

Important: The longer the period your employer specifies in Załącznik nr 1, the higher the chance of obtaining a residence card for the maximum period—up to 3 years.

Why Is a Work Residence Card the Best Legalization Option?
  • the ability to live and work in Poland without a visa;
  • legal protection and official employment;
  • access to social services and stability;
  • the opportunity to later apply for a Permanent Residence Card or long-term stay.

Our Clients' Stories 
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Roman
We submitted residence cards for Roman and his wife Victoria in September 2024. After 11 months, they already had their cards.
Maxim and Alina
We supported their cases from the moment of signing the contract until the receipt of positive decisions.
Sofia
For Sofia, we obtained a permanent residence permit based on her Pole’s Card. The process from submission to decision took us 9 months.
Katerina
On March 7, 2024, we applied for a card based on employment, on September 16 we succeeded in changing the inspector. And on October 17, we received a three-year decision.
Maxim
Together with Maxim, we also obtained residence cards based on employment. We managed to do this in 7 months. This was in 2024.
Elena, Maria and Sergey
We submitted applications for this entire family together. The head of the family applied based on employment, while the wife and daughter applied for reunification. We also received positive decisions on the same day. The process took 9 months.
Alexander
We managed to obtain a positive decision for Alexander in 7 months, at the turn of 2024 and 2025. One of the most challenging periods for legalization in Wrocław.
Ilona
Received a positive decision in 9 months. The documents were submitted in 2024. The decision was achieved thanks to filing a complaint in court.
Alexander
Alexander owns a company in Poland. Based on its operation, we applied for residence cards for him. Business-based applications are among the most complex for obtaining a residence card. We managed to secure a positive decision in 7 months.
Alexander
The basis for Alexander’s residence permit was entrepreneurial activity. We received a positive three-year decision within 7 months.
What a Work Residence Card Provides?
Legal life and employment in Poland 
A holder of a work residence card gains the ability to:
  • legally reside in Poland for the entire duration of the card;
  • officially work for the employer specified in the voivodeship office’s decision;
  • benefit from the protection of Polish labor law, including guarantees of safe working conditions, timely payment, and the observance of employee rights.

This makes the work residence card a reliable basis for stable residence and long-term employment in Poland.

Freedom of Movement Access to Social Programs and Healthcare
A temporary residence card provides extended travel opportunities:
  • multiple entries and exits across the Polish and Schengen borders without additional permits;
  • the ability to return to Poland without applying for a new visa;
  • travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

This is convenient for business trips, tourism, and visiting relatives in Europe.

Access to Social Programs and Healthcare
If your employer registers you with the ZUS system, you gain:
  • access to the state health insurance (NFZ);
  • the right to free medical treatment, doctor visits, and healthcare services;
  • the ability to benefit from social programs, including the monthly child allowance 800+ (formerly 500+) for each child.

These benefits make a foreigner’s stay in Poland safe and socially protected.

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Our Team
Pavel
CEO
Company Director
Viktoriia
Senior Manager
PL, UKR, RU
Anastasiia
Client Communication Department
PL, UKR, RU
Iryna
Service Implementation Department
PL, UKR, RU, ENG
+4 employees
Specialists in Visas, Real Estate and Marketing
Frequently Asked Questions
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What documents are required to apply for a card?

What should I do if my visa has expired but my card is not ready yet?

How long does it take to process a residence card application?

Can I change my residence after submitting a residence card application?

Can I apply for a residence card immediately after arriving in Poland?

Contacts
Mon. - Fri. from 9:00 to 17:00
Wrocław, ul. Sienkiewicza 34a, second floor
+48 883 693 572
pk.documents.wroclaw@gmail.com