How to Apply for Polish Citizenship
For many individuals, Polish citizenship is highly desirable. Although Poland does not recognize dual citizenship, it does not prevent Polish citizens from having other citizenships; the state simply views all Polish citizens as Polish only. If one or both of your parents are Polish citizens by birth or descent, and currently hold that citizenship, you may be eligible to apply for Polish naturalization.
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Things You'll Need
- Citizenship application
- Valid passport
- Copy of any Polish residency permits
- Birth certificate
- Signed biography
- Statement of previous Polish citizenship applications
- Statement acknowledging legal consequences of obtaining Polish citizenship
- A passport picture
Instructions
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Fill out the Application to the President of the Republic of Poland, available at your local Polish Embassy. This application form is in Polish, and should be completed in Polish.
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Gather your supporting documents, including a copy of your passport, proof of eligibility for Polish citizenship, copy of any Polish residency permits, birth and marriage certificates, written biography statement, statement of any previous Polish citizenship applications, a statement showing that you acknowledge the legal consequences of becoming a Polish citizen and a passport photo.
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Mail or bring your application and documents, along with the nonrefundable $424 fee, to your local Polish consulate or embassy.
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Respond to any request for an interview or additional information. Once the consulate has finished processing your application, you will be notified of their decision, and may receive a certificate of Polish naturalization to prove your Polish citizenship has been granted.
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