Residence permit in Warsaw

Do you want to live and work in Warsaw? You need a residence card! A pobytu card is a document that entitles a foreigner to legally live and work in Poland.
The residence card gives you the right to stay and work legally in the country, use many social services and simplifies the process of obtaining a permanent residence permit. With it, you can safely plan your future in Warsaw and other Polish cities.

However, the process of applying for a residence card can be complicated and confusing. Especially for those who are unfamiliar with Polish law. Therefore, many people turn to specialized companies such as Latwy Start for help in obtaining a residence card in Warsaw.

Advantages of Latwy Start

Experience and expertise in legalization

Our specialists are thoroughly familiar with all the subtleties and nuances of the process, as well as constantly monitoring changes in legislation. We can help you determine which grounds for obtaining a residence card are suitable in your particular case. Whether it is work, study, family reunification or other circumstances. Our experts will advise you on all questions and help you avoid common mistakes.

Assistance in collecting and processing documents

The slightest mistake or inaccuracy can lead to refusal to accept documents or even refusal to issue a card. Latwy Start specialists will help you gather a complete set of documents, fill out all forms and applications correctly, translate and certify documents issued in other countries. We will make sure that all documents are in order and meet the requirements of the voivodeship office.

Full support at all stages

Registering for a residence permit is only the beginning of the process. Next, you will have to submit documents to the relevant authorities, undergo an interview and fingerprinting, receive a decision and the residence card itself. With Latwy Start you will not be left alone with bureaucracy. Our specialists will accompany you throughout the whole procedure, from online registration to receiving the finished card.

Guarantee of legal registration

We do not offer dubious schemes and "gray" solutions, but work exclusively by legal methods. In addition, we provide our clients with all necessary guarantees and take full responsibility for the result.

Cost of our services

Prices are relevant for all grounds, except for Business-based Residence Permits.
The price does not include: payment of stamp duty, sworn transfers, payment for receiving plastic, necessary insurance, writing business plans (for business, for example).

​The price for all family members applying together with the principal applicant (grounds: family reunification or other circumstances) is 700 PLN gross, regardless of the applicant's basis.

Payment takes place in 2 stages: 1 — 50% prepayment, part 2 after submitting the documents to Migration Office, or after 2 months.
Depending on what comes first.

Basic package
700 PLN / gross
  • Initial consultation
  • Analysis of your case and chances
  • Audit of your existing documents
  • Answers to questions in the CRM system during business hours (for the Basic and Standard packages, only before submitting documents)
Standart package
1100 PLN / gross
  • Initial consultation
  • Analysis of your case and chances
  • Audit of your existing documents
  • Answers to questions in the CRM system during business hours (for the Basic and Standard packages, only before submitting documents)
  • Filling out applications
  • Preparation of documents for submission
  • Submission of documents to the migration office by post
Premium package
1700 PLN / gross
  • Initial consultation
  • Analysis of your case and chances
  • Audit of your existing documents
  • Answers to questions in the CRM system during business hours (for the Basic and Standard packages, only before submitting documents)
  • Filling out applications
  • Preparation of documents for submission
  • Submission of documents to the migration office by post
  • Support for the supply and selection of plastic (TRC)
  • Appeal in case of refusal
VIP package
2500 PLN / gross
  • Initial consultation
  • Analysis of your case and chances
  • Audit of your existing documents
  • Answers to questions in the CRM system during business hours (for the Basic and Standard packages, only before submitting documents)
  • Filling out applications
  • Preparation of documents for submission
  • Submission of documents to the migration office by post
  • Support for the supply and selection of plastic (TRC)
  • Appeal in case of refusal
  • Consultations throughout the entire process via messenger with a personal manager
  • Submitting current documents to the Uzhąd (Warsaw only)
  • Representing your interests in the Uzhąd by proxy (Warsaw only)
  • Resubmission in case the card is issued for less than 6 months
  • Assistance in obtaining ZAS-W, US-7, PIT-37 online using a trusted profile

How to get a residence card
in Warsaw

The exact list of documents may vary depending on the specific situation and the grounds for obtaining a card. Therefore, it is better to consult migration experts before submitting.

To obtain a residence card in Warsaw, you need to prepare the following documents:

  • Filled in application form for a residence card
  • Passport (+ photocopies)
  • Color photos
  • Documents confirming the purpose of stay (e.g. work contract, certificate of study, etc.)
  • Proof of health insurance
  • Proof of livelihood
  • Confirmation of residence (for example, a rental agreement or registration in Warsaw) is not required in some cases.
  • Stamp duty payment receipt

Stages of card issuance

  • Collection and preparation of documents.
  • Filling out the questionnaire.
  • Online registration for filing at mazowieckie.pl.
  • Submission of documents to the Foreigners' Affairs Department of the relevant voivodeship office. In the case of Warsaw, this is the Mazowieckie Voivodeship Office.
  • Passing fingerprinting (fingerprinting).
  • Receipt of the decision on issuance (or refusal to issue) of the card.
  • Receipt of finished plastic.

Processing time

The standard review period is 60 days. In exceptional cases requiring a more detailed review, the process may take up to 90 days.
However, in practice, due to the large number of applications, the deadlines can stretch for several months. Taking into account the waiting time for online registration, the whole process of obtaining a residence card in Warsaw may take six months.

FAQ

What are the benefits of a residence card for the purpose of work?

The pobytu card gives a foreigner the right to stay and work legally in Poland, to use free education and medical services, to freely

Who can apply for a residence card?

Foreigners who have a reason to stay in Poland: work, study, business, family reunification, etc. can apply for a residence card. A residence card for Ukrainians is available on the same grounds.

Can I apply for a residence card on my own?

Theoretically it is possible, but in practice the process of obtaining a residence card in Warsaw is quite complicated. Therefore, many people resort to specialized companies such as Latwy Start for help in obtaining a residence card in Warsaw.

Feedback from our clients

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Tanya Zhovna

09/02/2026

I want to sincerely thank Latwy Start and especially Olga for the excellent work and support at every step.

Olga is a true professional and at the same time a very caring, attentive person. From the very start she guided me step by step: she helped me gather the documents and explained everything in detail, and then took on all the organizational matters and completely removed the stress that usually comes with such procedures.

I'm very happy to recommend her to anyone who values professionalism, reliability and a human touch. And I will absolutely turn to her again.

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Max

27/01/2026

I got my permanent residence card (karta stałego pobytu) with the help of Latwy Start, based on my Polish roots. I didn't really look into it myself. They told me which documents were needed and where to go. Got it all done, and now the card is in my hands.

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Denis Litvinov

15/01/2026

Łatwy Start is a great choice for an IT specialist, everything runs like clockwork. A big plus is the full transparency about how invoicing (faktury) and payments are handled.

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ALEXANDR

28/12/2025

I was applying for a permanent residence card (karta stałego pobytu), and Krystyna guided me through it. Everything was fine: a friendly attitude, all the information provided on time, and clear, detailed explanations. The whole process went smoothly and without any unnecessary stress.

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Daryna Drobyshevska

03/12/2025

I want to leave a review about Latwy Start, and specifically about working with Olga. She is a true professional and a very pleasant person.

Olga helped me at every stage: from gathering the documents, where she constantly advised me and sent examples of how to fill them in so everything would be perfect, all the way to the visit to the urząd (office), where she went with me and completely took away the stress that comes with the procedure.

After I submitted the application, Olga kept me regularly updated on the status of my case and did everything she could to have it processed faster.

I'm incredibly happy with her work and will definitely turn to her again. Today I picked up my first card, valid for 3 years, and I know for sure - without Olga I wouldn't have managed!☺️

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Vladimir Drobyshevsky

28/11/2025

I'd like to leave a positive review about this company's services. My curator was Olga. I got my residence card (karta pobytu) and I liked everything: I received information about all the details, Olga answered every question, even the silliest ones) Nothing was forgotten, the result - the card - is in hand, I recommend them!

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Svitlana

21/11/2025

I’m really thankful to Olga for all her help. From answering the questions to receiving the residence permit. The process was smooth and there was no stress. That took only 5 months from application to obtainment.

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Damien Vice

02/11/2025

I'm giving 1 star. I was planning to start working with them through the incubator. I sent 3 messages - by email and through the form on the site, messaged them on Instagram, made 2 calls (no answer). I wasted a week waiting. They simply ignored me. How can you trust this service if the foundation can't even reply to a message and send documents to review. Waiting for an explanation.

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Andrii Melnychuk

26/08/2025

I highly recommend Łatwy Start! Thanks to them, my two kids and I received 3-year residence cards without any stress. Special thanks to manager Kristina — she was extremely helpful and even managed to speed up the process for my children. Excellent service, very satisfied!

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