Changes to Polish Citizenship Rules: Longer Stay for Foreigners.
The draft law extends the required period of continuous residence in Poland from 3 to 10 years for foreigners applying for Polish citizenship. This aims to better integrate immigrants into Polish society and align regulations with European Union standards. The change primarily affects individuals without special entitlements (e.g., spouses of Polish citizens).
Key points
Foreigners will need to reside in Poland for at least 10 years, instead of the current 3 years, to be eligible to apply for Polish citizenship.
The new rules do not apply to individuals who have already started the citizenship application process before the law comes into effect; old regulations will apply to them.
Other conditions, such as having a stable income, housing, and Polish language proficiency at B1 level, remain unchanged.
The change aims to better prepare foreigners for life in Poland and align regulations with those in other EU countries.
Status:
In Progress
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