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Digitalization of residence procedures for foreigners and new application rules

The act introduces an online system (Case Handling Module - MOS) for foreigners to submit residence applications, simplifying and speeding up administrative procedures. The changes also tighten the student visa system and clarify the rules for social assistance for asylum seekers.
Key points
Online applications: Applications for temporary, permanent, and long-term EU residence must be submitted electronically via the new MOS portal.
Electronic confirmation: After submitting the application, the system automatically generates a free certificate confirming the legality of the stay.
Stricter student visa rules: Student visa applications will require detailed certificates from universities, including academic transcripts for continuing students.
In-person appearance: Foreigners must still appear in person to provide fingerprints and signature samples (with exceptions for young children and disabled persons).
Social aid for asylum seekers: Social and medical assistance for international protection seekers will be suspended if they leave the center for more than 2 days or leave Poland.
European return document: A new standardized travel document is introduced to facilitate the return of illegally staying foreigners.
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2025-10-17
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Additional Information
Rządowy projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy o cudzoziemcach oraz niektórych innych ustaw.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 1630
Process start date: 2025-09-05
Voting date: 2025-10-17
Voting no: 44