Cukr Residence Permit For Ukrainians In Poland

We assist Ukrainian citizens with UKR status in obtaining the CUKR residence permit. Applications are submitted via MOS 2.0: we verify eligibility, prepare the required documents, support the submission process, and follow the case through to a final decision.

Contents

Process of Cooperation

Service Pricing

Basic Documents

Useful Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Contacts

Reviews

Support for CUKR applications includes: eligibility check, preparation of data and documents, assistance with the MOS 2.0 system, and full case monitoring until the residence card is issued.

The process of cooperation

Initial free consultation

1. At a personal meeting in our office we will assess your chances of getting a residence card;
2. We will check your documents and suggest the best way of legalization in Poland.

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.

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 prepare photocopies and notarized copies of the documents required for filing.

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.

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.

Options for working with us

Basic

600 zł

Only until the end of March!

(“Including VAT 23%”)

Payment in 2 stages
Legal consultation
Review of existing documents
Preparation of a checklist of required documents
Filling out the residence card application
Electronic submission of documents

Full

1600 zł

1000 zł

Only until the end of March!

(“Including VAT 23%”)

Payment in 3 stages
Legal consultation
Preparation of a checklist of required documents
Review and collection of all documents
Filling out the residence card application in the MOS system
Assistance during in-person submission
Full case management
Monthly submission of documents
Free appeal in case of refusal
Electronic submission of documents

New procedure for obtaining a residence permit in Poland for Ukrainian citizens on the basis of UKR status.

Required documents

For the CUKR residence permit, applications are submitted via MOS 2.0. Before sending, it is important to verify the PESEL UKR status, passport data, fingerprints, signature, digital photo, and payments.

Active PESEL UKR on the day of submission
PESEL UKR active as of 4 June 2025
Continuous UKR status for at least 365 days
Valid international passport, with data registered in the system

Proof of payment of 340 PLN for the residence permit
Profil Zaufany / qualified signature / personal signature
Digital photo for MOS 2.0

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CUKR RESIDENCE CARD

The CUKR residence permit is a special type of residence card for Ukrainian citizens and their family members holding PESEL UKR status. The application for the CUKR card is submitted only electronically via MOS 2.0.

If you have UKR status and want to apply for a CUKR residence permit in Poland, it is important to first check whether you meet the official requirements, whether your data in the government registers is complete, and whether your application package is ready for submission.

We help you understand whether the CUKR card is suitable for your situation, verify your PESEL UKR and UKR status conditions, prepare the required documents, and complete the MOS submission process without unnecessary confusion or mistakes at the beginning.

Application process

The application for a CUKR residence permit is submitted through the MOS system in electronic form. No appointment at the voivodeship office is required for submission: the application is completed online, signed electronically, and sent through the system.

If all required data already exists in government registers — including fingerprints and signature specimen — there is no need to visit the office separately. If some data is missing, MOS will not allow the application to be submitted, and you must first update your data at the municipal office (gmina) using a valid passport.

Step-by-step process

1. Eligibility check for CUKR
First, it must be confirmed that the applicant has the right to apply: valid PESEL UKR status and all other official requirements for the CUKR card. Without this, the system will not accept the application.

2. Verification of register data
Before submitting, it is necessary to check whether all required data is present in the registers: personal data, passport details, fingerprints, and signature specimen. If anything is missing, it must be updated through the gmina — not bypassed.

3. Preparation of documents for MOS
Next, digital documents are prepared for submission. A valid electronic identity method is required: Profil Zaufany, qualified electronic signature, or personal signature. Access to MOS is via login.gov.pl, and a new account is required for the updated system.

4. Completing and submitting the application
The applicant logs into MOS, fills in the form, attaches documents, signs the application electronically, and submits it online. After submission, the system generates UPO — official confirmation that the application has been received.

5. System and office verification
If register data is incomplete, MOS may block submission before sending. If everything is correct and attachments are complete, the case proceeds to review. In the simplified CUKR procedure, the applicant is not called for submission but may be contacted later only when the card is ready.

6. Receiving the CUKR card
Once the card is ready, the voivodeship office informs the applicant about collection. From the moment the card is issued, UKR status is replaced with CUKR status, and the person receives a 3-year temporary residence permit. If the card is not collected within 60 days, it is cancelled.

CUKR residence card in Poland — support with application via MOS

If you hold UKR (PESEL UKR) status, the CUKR residence card may be the next step toward more stable legal residence in Poland. The CUKR application is submitted only electronically via MOS, and the card is issued for 3 years. After receiving it, UKR status is replaced with CUKR status.

At SKILLDOCS, we help prepare CUKR applications, verify eligibility, organize documents without confusion, and support the entire process with experienced specialists.

Who the CUKR application is for

This type of legalization is intended for people already in Poland who hold PESEL UKR and want to switch to a more stable residence basis. Clients usually come to us because they do not want to deal with MOS 2.0 complexities alone, are worried about mistakes in the application, are unsure whether they qualify, or simply want to prepare everything correctly in advance.

The CUKR card is especially relevant for those planning to live and work in Poland long-term, who want stable legal status, freedom to cross borders with a valid passport and residence card, and a pathway to further legalization beyond temporary protection. According to UDSC data, the period of residence under a CUKR card will count toward future EU long-term resident status, and the card provides full access to the labor market.

What conditions must be met to apply for a CUKR residence card

To obtain a karta pobytu CUKR, the applicant must simultaneously meet several conditions:

have a valid PESEL UKR on the day of submitting the application;
have a valid PESEL UKR as of 4 June 2025;
have a valid PESEL UKR on the day the voivode issues the card;
have an uninterrupted UKR status for at least 365 days before submitting the application.

If even one of these conditions is not met — the CUKR card will be refused. The UDSC additionally states that UKR status periods are not cumulative: if the status was interrupted, the continuous period starts counting again. It is also officially confirmed that having a job on the day of application is not a required condition for CUKR.

What is important to know about the MOS application process

The application for a karta pobytu CUKR is submitted only online via the MOS 2.0 system (not to be confused with the old system). Login is done via login.gov.pl, and old MOS accounts are not transferred, so after the launch of the new version a new system profile must be created. To sign the application, one of the allowed electronic signatures is required: Profil Zaufany, qualified electronic signature, or personal signature.

After submitting the application, the applicant receives a UPO, which is a confirmation that the submission has been received by the system. However, UPO and a full confirmation of submission are not the same. After the application is verified by an office employee, a “zaświadczenie o złożeniu wniosku” appears in the system, which replaces the former passport stamp. The MOS system does not send a separate email confirming submission: the status simply appears as “przesłany”.

Why it is better not to delay the CUKR application

The main risk is not the CUKR card itself, but mistakes at the very beginning. A person may think they meet all requirements, but later it turns out that the PESEL UKR was interrupted, required data is missing from registers, there is no electronic signature, or the application procedure is misunderstood.

According to official UDSC information, registers must contain correct applicant data, including basic personal information, valid passport details, fingerprints where required, and signature specimen where required. If the required data is missing, the system may block the submission.

That is why it is more reasonable to first check whether a person qualifies for CUKR, and only then proceed with filling out the application. This saves time and reduces the risk of technical errors.

What we do within the service

We do not simply give a “list of documents”. We build a clear working process.

First, we check whether you qualify for a karta pobytu CUKR based on the conditions. Then we review your PESEL UKR status, your residence history logic, the basic document set, and readiness for submission via MOS. After that, we help prepare everything that is actually needed for submission, explain where risks may appear, and guide you step by step.

If you are not sure whether you can apply for CUKR, or you do not understand whether it is better to wait, apply now, or choose another legalisation path, we analyse your situation before submission. This is especially important in 2026, when many people confuse the standard residence card, UKR status, CUKR card, and the new MOS 2.0 procedure.

How the process works with us

First, you send a request and briefly describe your situation. Then we check whether the CUKR card is suitable for you and whether you meet the key conditions. After that, you receive a clear list of what exactly needs to be prepared in your case. Next, we help you gather the documents, verify the data, and go through the submission process until the residence card is issued.

Our goal is not just to “submit an application”, but to ensure you have a logical, well-prepared residence process in Poland, with understanding of each step and without confusion about MOS 2.0 requirements.

Important facts about the CUKR card to know in advance

The karta pobytu CUKR is issued once for 3 years. Its validity period is counted from the date of the decision, not from the date of physical card collection. If a person does not collect the card within 60 days after being notified of its readiness, the card is cancelled and the status does not change to CUKR. Leaving Poland for 6 consecutive months may also lead to cancellation of the CUKR card.

After receiving the karta pobytu CUKR, UKR status is lost. The person then switches to a temporary residence regime under special conditions. UDSC also states that after receiving the card, any change of address must be reported to the voivode within 15 working days.

CUKR card, PESEL UKR and MOS 2.0

In simple terms, the karta pobytu CUKR is a special pathway for people with UKR status, different from a standard temporary residence card. For CUKR, you do not need to prove a residence purpose in the same way as for work, business, or studies. However, you must strictly meet the conditions defined by UDSC: valid PESEL UKR on the required dates and uninterrupted UKR status for at least 365 days.

The new MOS 2.0 system is important because all applications must be submitted electronically through it. Many applicants make mistakes because they rely on the old procedure. Officially, UDSC warns that if a paper application is submitted after the launch of the new MOS, it will not be considered, and postal submission dates will not matter. The exact launch date of the portal is announced separately in official communications.

Therefore, the correct approach is: first check whether you qualify for CUKR, then prepare the data and documents, and only then submit through MOS — not trying to figure out the system at the last minute.

Help with the CUKR residence card in Poland

If you need help with the CUKR residence card, document preparation, eligibility checks, and submission via MOS 2.0, SKILLDOCS will help you go through the process in a clearer and more structured way.

Leave a request if you want to understand whether you can apply for a CUKR card in Poland, what documents you need specifically, and how to properly prepare for submission via MOS.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to wait for a decision on my residence card based on my UKR status?

The standard period of processing a case for a visit card is 3 months. You should also take into account the time for printing the plastic (2-3 months in Warsaw)

Is it possible to travel in Europe with this residence card?

Yes, you can stay in EU countries 90/180 (90 days per semester)

For how long will the residence card be issued?

For a period of 1 to 3 years.