EU Blue Card in Wrocław
Contents
Cooperation Process
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Initial Free Consultation
1. During a personal meeting at our office, we assess your chances of obtaining a residence permit; 2. We review your documents and propose the most suitable legalization route in Poland.
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Step-by-Step Action Plan
1. We sign a service agreement;
2. We provide a personalized checklist of required documents;
3. We prepare a step-by-step plan from the start of cooperation until obtaining your residence permit.
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Preparation of All Required Documents
1. We complete all required application forms; 2. We contact your employer (or accountant) and jointly prepare the employer’s document package; 3. We book an appointment for personal submission at the voivodeship office; 4. We prepare copies and notarized copies of documents required for submission.
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Full Support Until Receiving the Residence Card
1. On the day of submission, you are accompanied by a personal specialist acting as your official representative (Pełnomocnik); 2. During the review process, we maintain regular contact with your employer (or accountant) and request additional documents if required (tax confirmations, contracts, etc.); 3. We monitor the case status daily, inform you of any changes, and respond to official requests.
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Completion of the Case
1. We accompany you on the day you receive your residence card;
2. You receive a discount on other services of our company.
Basic
From 1000 zł
Only until the end of April
(Including 23% VAT)
- Legal consultation
- Preparation of a document checklist
- Document review
- Completion of the residence card application in the MOS system
- Electronic submission
- Additional services (upon agreement)
Full
2200 zł
1900 zł
Only until the end of April
(Including 23% VAT)
- Payment in 2 stages
- Legal consultation
- Personalized document checklist
- Document review
- Completion of the application in the MOS system
- Electronic submission
- Collection of documents
- Preparation of employer’s documents
- Assistance during personal submission
- Full case control
- Monthly submission of additional documents
- Free appeal in case of refusal
- Preparation of a ponaglenie (acceleration request)
- Assistance on the day of receiving the residence permit
- Creation of a trusted digital signature (Profil Zaufany)
- Creation of an electronic mailbox (E-Doręczenia)
Required Documents
EU Blue Card in Poland and Conditions for Obtaining It
The EU Blue Card (Blue Card, Niebieska Karta UE) is a type of residence permit for highly qualified specialists. In essence, it is a single status that simultaneously grants the right to reside and work in a specific qualified position, but with stricter requirements regarding the employment contract and salary level than a standard work-based residence permit.
In Wrocław, applications are processed by the Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki. The basis for the application is an employment contract or a job offer for a minimum period of one year, a salary not lower than the officially established Blue Card threshold (which is published and updated regularly), and proof of qualifications — a higher education diploma or documents confirming professional experience at the level required for this procedure. As a rule, the Blue Card is issued to citizens of non-EU countries.
What Does the EU Blue Card Provide?
The EU Blue Card grants the right to legally reside in Poland and work in the position specified in the decision, under the conditions set out in the voivode’s decision. It is important to note that this status is tied to employment parameters: the employer, position, salary, and place of work. Therefore, specific notification or reapplication rules apply if these conditions change.
The Blue Card permit is issued for the period of employment indicated by the employer in the submitted documents (contract / job offer and appendices), plus an additional 3 months, for a maximum total period of up to 3 years. If the employer or key employment conditions change, the procedure depends on how long you have already been working in Poland under the Blue Card. At the initial stage, the requirements are stricter; later, the procedure becomes simpler, but control over compliance with the conditions remains.
An additional advantage is EU mobility. After residing for the required period in the first country, the Blue Card enables an easier transition to another EU country under the rules applicable to Blue Card holders. Faster mechanisms for family reunification are also provided, allowing close family members to relocate legally and gain faster access to the labor market.
Another practical benefit is protection in case of job loss. Blue Card holders are given time to find a new employment contract and retain their status, provided that the procedural conditions are met.
Documents for the EU Blue Card in Wrocław
Below is a basic list of documents required to apply for the Niebieska Karta UE (EU Blue Card) — a temporary residence permit in Poland for employment in a profession requiring high qualifications. In Wrocław, applications are submitted to the Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki at the place of residence.
Completed wniosek o pobyt czasowy (application for temporary residence) in two copies;
2 biometric photographs sized 35×45 mm (as of December 1, 2025, two photos are sufficient);
Copy of the foreign passport with all completed pages; the original must be presented for verification;
Document confirming the address of residence in Poland — rental agreement, użyczenie, registration (zameldowanie), or another legal basis;
Translations into Polish of documents issued outside Poland, performed by a sworn translator, along with copies;
Employment contract (umowa o pracę / civil-law contract) for a minimum period of one year, specifying the terms, position, and salary;
Załącznik nr 1 to the application, signed by the employer;
Załącznik nr 2 for the EU Blue Card, completed specifically for the Blue Card procedure;
If required — company documents and powers of attorney of the person signing the application (KRS / CEIDG, REGON, NIP, etc.);
Higher education diploma and diploma supplement, or other documents confirming qualifications;
If the profession is regulated — a document confirming the right to work in this profession (permit, license, PWZ, etc.);
Proof of medical insurance in Poland or an insurance policy covering medical treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland;
Receipt confirming payment of the administrative fee (opłata skarbowa) of 440 PLN for application processing;
After a positive decision, an additional fee of 100 PLN is paid for the production of the residence card (karta pobytu).
Requirements for Obtaining the EU Blue Card in Poland
Below are the basic conditions for the EU Blue Card (Niebieska Karta UE) in Poland:
The Blue Card is issued to citizens of non-EU countries if the purpose of stay is employment in a profession requiring high qualifications.
Qualifications must be confirmed: usually a higher education diploma is sufficient; in certain cases, documents confirming comparable professional experience may be accepted.
An employment contract or job offer for at least 1 year is required, specifying the position, duties, salary, and place of work.
The salary under the contract must not be lower than the threshold calculated as 150% of the average remuneration in the national economy for the previous year (the threshold is published based on data from GUS).
The application is submitted to the voivode at the place of residence. For Wrocław, this is the Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki. At the time of submission, the applicant must have legal stay and valid medical insurance in Poland.
What If You Are Not Yet in Poland?
If you plan to relocate to Poland for a period exceeding 12 months for highly qualified employment, the usual procedure is to first obtain an entry document (visa or another legal basis for entry), and only after entering Poland submit the Blue Card application at the place of residence — in Wrocław via the Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki.
New Rules Regarding Documents and Actions After Submission
Regarding qualifications, the authority’s focus is not limited solely to the diploma. In addition to education, documents demonstrating the level of professional experience may be required, depending on your situation and the type of evidence provided. For regulated professions, additional professional permits or authorizations under Polish regulations are required.
A separate issue concerns changes after the permit is issued. If the employer, position, scope of duties, or salary changes, a separate procedure for amending the conditions may be required (especially during the first years). The package usually includes updated employer appendices (for example, załącznik nr 1) and an updated contract or employment terms.
JDG and the EU Blue Card
If you already hold an EU Blue Card in Poland, you may register a sole proprietorship (JDG) and conduct business under the same rules as Polish citizens. When registering in CEIDG, it is usually sufficient to indicate your legal status and confirm it with the appropriate document.
However, it is important to remember that the Blue Card remains a permit tied to employment. If you plan to make business activity the main purpose of your stay and terminate the employment contract, you must change the basis of stay to “business activity” and obtain a different type of residence permit.
Family of an EU Blue Card Holder
The spouse and minor children may legalize their stay through temporary residence for the purpose of family reunification (pobyt czasowy w celu połączenia z rodziną). For the family of a Blue Card holder, this is usually a convenient route: family members are granted access to the labor market without a separate work permit.
If you are relocating with your entire family, it is advisable to prepare the documents in advance so that the timelines and legal grounds are coordinated and do not create gaps in legal status.
Mobility of EU Blue Card Holders
Mobility means that with the EU Blue Card, it is possible to work and reside in another EU country under specific rules. For short stays, short-term mobility applies within the limit of 90 days in any 180-day period; in certain cases, notification of the Polish authorities about the intention to use mobility is required.
If you plan to move to another EU country for more than 90 days and continue working in a highly qualified profession, long-term mobility applies, and a separate permit must be obtained in the destination country. Polish guidelines for this procedure specify the rules and processing timelines, including an indicative decision period of 60 days for long-term mobility cases.
Assistance With EU Blue Card Applications in Wrocław
We provide full support for EU Blue Card (Niebieska Karta UE) applications in Wrocław at all stages — from initial eligibility assessment to the final decision. We do not limit our work to submitting the application: we collect and structure the package so that it is clear to the inspector and immediately addresses key issues related to the contract, qualifications, and employer documentation.
We handle first-time applications, renewals, and cases involving changes in employment conditions: employer, position, salary, working hours, or contract type. In such situations, it is crucial to correctly and timely formalize changes to avoid risks to your legal status. Our approach is always tailored to your specific contract and professional situation.
We independently collect and coordinate all documents:
We conduct a consultation, assess compliance with Blue Card criteria, and agree on an action plan;
We prepare a personalized document checklist based on your position, qualifications, and contract terms;
We communicate with the employer / HR, request the necessary documents, and explain how to correctly complete appendices and what must be included in the contract;
We prepare the application, appendices, and the full package for the voivodeship office, verifying all data to avoid inconsistencies between documents;
We manage the case during the review process, assist with responses to official letters and wezwania, and submit additional documents if required;
In case of delays, we prepare a ponaglenie and, if necessary, support further administrative steps;
After the decision, we accompany you at the final stage of receiving the residence card (plastic card);
In case of a negative decision, we prepare an appeal and build legal arguments addressing the reasons for refusal.
EU Blue Card in Poland With Our Support
SKILLDOCS provides full support for EU Blue Card applications in Poland — from the initial contract analysis to obtaining the official decision. We verify whether the contract meets the requirements, bring the documents into proper order, assist the employer in preparing their part, and keep the case under control so that the process does not turn into endless requests for clarification.
Our goal is to ensure that the EU Blue Card becomes a clear and practical legal status for you, not a source of stress and documentation errors. If you want to apply for the EU Blue Card and understand whether this option suits your situation, submit a request on the SKILLDOCS website — we will contact you and propose a clear action plan tailored to your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Any citizen of a non-EU country who has a higher education degree or proven work experience and has signed a contract with a Polish employer in a profession requiring high qualifications.
We offer comprehensive support: from consultation to submission and receipt of a decision. The cost depends on the level of document preparation — please contact us for details.
Yes, your family can apply for a residence permit on the basis of family reunification. It is worth noting that your family will have free access to the labor market.
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