A residence card on the basis of business
Contents
The process of cooperation
01
Initial free consultation
1. At a personal meeting in our office, we will assess your chances of receiving Karty Pobytu; 2. We will check your documents and suggest the best way of legalization in Poland.
02
Drawing up a step-by-step algorithm of actions
1. We will enter into a service contract with you;
2. Provide a personal checklist of necessary documents;
3. We will provide a step-by-step algorithm of actions from the beginning of our joint work to obtaining a residence permit / permanent residence permit.
03
Preparation of all necessary documents
1. We will fill out all necessary questionnaires; 2. We will contact your employer (accountant) and jointly prepare the application package; 3. We will book a date for a personal visit to the Department for Foreigners (Urząd); 4. We will prepare photocopies and notarized copies of the documents required for submission.
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Full accompaniment until the receipt of a residence card
1. On the day of your visit to the Department for Foreigners (Urząd) you will be accompanied by a personal specialist who will act as your official representative (Pełnomocnik); 2. Throughout the whole process of the case We will contact your employer (accountant) on a monthly basis and request the documents necessary for reporting (proof of tax payment, contracts, etc.). 3. We will monitor the status of your case on a daily basis, inform you about changes, respond to calls.
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Follow-through
1. We accompany you on the day you receive your residence card; 2. We provide a good discount on all services of our company.
Basic
1000 zł
Only until the end of March!
(“Including VAT 23%”)
- Payment in 2 stages
- Legal consultation
- Preparation of a checklist of required documents
- Document verification
- Filling out the residence card application in MOS
- Electronic submission of documents
Full
1950 zł
1700 zł
Only until the end of March!
(“Including VAT 23%”)
- Payment in 3 stages
- Legal consultation
- Preparation of a checklist of required documents
- Document verification
- Filling out the residence card application in MOS
- Electronic submission of documents
- Document collection
- Collection and preparation of documents from the counterparty
- Accompaniment to the in-person submission
- Full control of your case
- Monthly submission of additional documents
- Free appeal in case of refusal
Accelerated
2500 zł
2200 zł
Only until the end of March!
(“Including VAT 23%”)
- Payment in 3 stages
- Legal consultation
- Preparation of a checklist of required documents
- Document verification
- Filling out the residence card application in MOS
- Electronic submission of documents
- Document collection
- Collection and preparation of documents from the counterparty
- Accompaniment to the in-person submission
- Full control of your case
- Monthly submission of additional documents
- Free appeal in case of refusal
- Writing a ponaglenie (case acceleration request)
- Writing a complaint to the Administrative Court
- Accompaniment on the day of receiving the residence card
- Creating a digital signature “Profil Zaufany”
- Creating an electronic mailbox “E-Doręczenia”
Required documents
It is important to take into account that each case of a residence card is considered individually, and additional documents may be required.
Residence card in Poland on the basis of doing business
If you have moved to Poland and plan to stay for a long time, applying for a residence permit is the right decision, and our specialists will be happy to help you.
A residence permit is a document granting the right to stay on the territory of Poland to a citizen of another country for a certain period of time and is also a document that identifies the identity of a foreigner.
There are two types of residence permit: temporary residence permit (pobyt czasowy) and permanent residence permit (pobyt stały). A czasowy card can be obtained for a period of up to three years, while a stały card can be obtained for an indefinite period of time, with the need to replace the card every 10 years.
Advantages of residence permit
- No need to apply for a visa on a regular basis;
- Ability to move freely throughout the European Union without the need for a visa;
- No need to obtain a work permit;
- Possibility to purchase real estate, obtain favorable credit terms, benefits from the state;
- The prospect of obtaining Polish citizenship;
- And much more!
Which residence card is right for you?
Temporary residence permit (temporary residence card). The grounds for obtaining it are: studying in Poland, working or doing business in Poland, family reunification, and others.
Permanent residence permit (permanent residence card). The grounds are: having Polish descent, having a Pole card, marriage to a Polish citizen, etc.
Our experienced lawyers will analyze your situation and help you choose the most suitable option.
A residence card on the basis of doing business
A residence card on the basis of doing business is issued for a period of up to 3 years. This permit can be obtained if the foreigner conducts business activities (JDG / Spółka). The period of time for obtaining a residence permit depends on many factors, as a rule it takes from 3 to 9 months. For more information, please contact us in any convenient way.
Specifics of Obtaining a Temporary Residence Card Based on Running a Business in Warsaw
A temporary residence card based on running a business in Warsaw is issued to foreign nationals who are genuinely conducting business activities in Poland. In the practice of the Mazovian Voivodeship Office, such cases are reviewed with particular attention, as the authorities assess not only the formal completeness of the documentation but also the actual economic substance of the business.
The processing time depends on multiple factors, including the workload of the office and the quality of the submitted documents. In Warsaw, additional requests are common, especially regarding the company’s financials, turnover, contracts with business partners, and proof of payments. The better prepared the application is from the outset, the lower the risk of delays in the proceedings.
What Is Verified When Applying for a Business-Based Residence Card in Warsaw
When reviewing an application for a residence card based on business activity in Warsaw, the office typically examines three key areas: the legality of the business, the actual performance of business activities, and the financial standing of the enterprise. The required documentation may vary depending on the legal form of the business, but the overall evaluation logic remains the same.
For service-based, trading, or B2B activities, it is important to present a coherent business record: concluded contracts or orders, issued invoices, completed payments, and accounting documentation confirming the provision of services or sale of goods. Even with relatively modest turnover, well-structured documentation often carries more weight than a formally registered but inactive business.
Business-Based Residence Card in Warsaw: Sole Proprietorship and Limited Liability Company
In Warsaw, the most common forms of business run by foreign nationals are sole proprietorships (JDG) and limited liability companies (Sp. z o.o.). For sole proprietorships, key factors include regular income, genuine provision of services, and properly maintained accounting records.
In the case of limited liability companies, the authorities usually assess the overall functioning of the company: the presence of clients, employees or contractors, the organizational structure, timely payment of taxes and contributions, and the accuracy of financial reporting. A residence card based on business activity is always directly linked to the actual operation of the business.
Extension of a Business-Based Residence Card in Warsaw
Extending a residence card based on running a business in Warsaw is not automatic and, in practice, constitutes a new administrative procedure. The office reviews the entire period covered by the previous permit, focusing on the continuity of business activity, revenue levels, correctness of financial settlements, and timely submission of tax declarations.
In many cases, an extension requires a broader set of documents than the initial application. For this reason, it is advisable to prepare the documentation in advance and ensure that accounting and tax matters are fully in order before submitting the extension request.
Common Reasons for Requests and Delays in
“Business-Based Residence Card – Warsaw” Cases
In business-based residence card cases in Warsaw, delays are rarely caused by a single major issue. More often, they result from minor inconsistencies such as discrepancies in company data, missing proof of payments, incomplete accounting documentation, outdated contracts, or insufficient evidence of actual business activity.
Particular attention is paid to situations where a business is formally registered but lacks tangible proof of operation: no transaction history on the bank account, no issued invoices, no correspondence with clients, or no documentation confirming the execution of services. Such circumstances frequently lead to additional inquiries from the authorities.
Business-Based Residence Card in Warsaw with SKILLDOCS Support
SKILLDOCS provides comprehensive assistance in obtaining a temporary residence card based on running a business in Warsaw, taking into account the practice of the Mazovian Voivodeship Office and the real expectations of the authorities. We ensure consistency across all documentation—from business registration and accounting to evidence of actual business operations.
Our objective is not merely to submit an application, but to successfully guide the entire process through to a positive decision on the issuance of the residence card, without unnecessary delays or formal complications.
If you are planning to obtain a temporary residence card based on running a business in Warsaw, we invite you to submit an application through our website.
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