Who qualifies for the EU long-term residence permit in Poland?
You need five years of continuous legal stay in the EU, with at least the last two years in Poland on a qualifying permit, stable income, health insurance, and Polish language proof.
Polish PR FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about the EU long-term residence permit in Poland.
How are study permits counted?
Time on a study temporary residence permit or D-type student visa counts at 50% towards the five-year requirement.
What happens if I take long trips outside Poland?
Any single absence longer than 183 days or a total of more than 305 days in the past five years can break continuity.
Do I need a Polish language certificate after 1 July 2026?
Yes. From 1 July 2026 the voivodeship offices will require the state B1 certificate even if you studied in Polish.
Can Blue Card holders qualify faster?
Blue Card residence counts fully, but if you include EU Blue Card time in the five-year window you must also have two recent years on a Blue Card issued in Poland.