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Bringing your family to Poland: what the process really looks like

You have settled in Poland and want your spouse or children to join you. A specialist explains what the office will ask of you and leads you through the application.

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Who can apply for family reunification?

If you hold a permanent or EU long-term resident permit or a Blue Card, or have lived in Poland for at least 2 years on temporary permits (the current one granted for at least a year), your close family can apply to join you. Who can join you:

Spouse

Your spouse, in a marriage recognised by Polish law.

Minor children

Both biological and adopted children under 18.

Parents, in one case

Parents can join only when the person in Poland is a minor with refugee status or subsidiary protection who arrived without them.

How we help with family reunification

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We start with your own permit, because it decides who can join you. Then we explain the income, insurance and housing requirements, prepare the application with you and file it together: on paper when your family is abroad, or in MOS when they are in Poland. We explain each letter until the decision, then help with PESEL, school and NFZ.

Who can join you, checked against your own permit first
Income, insurance and housing requirements explained for your family size
PESEL, school enrolment and NFZ for the family after the permit
The application prepared with you and filed in the right form: on paper or in MOS
The office’s letters explained and answered until the decision

What are the requirements?

Stable income

You need to demonstrate that you can financially support your family members in Poland. The exact threshold depends on family size.

Health insurance

Your family members need health insurance coverage in Poland: either through the public system (NFZ) or private insurance.

Adequate housing

You must prove you have housing that meets basic standards for the number of people who will be living there.

Beyond the permit: settling your family in

Getting the residence permit is step one. We also help with the practicalities of settling your family into life in Poland:

PESEL registration for family members
School enrollment for children
Health system registration (NFZ)
Address registration (zameldowanie)

How it works

Book a consultation

You tell us your situation and plans. We explain your options and the route that fits you.

A clear plan

The route, the documents and a realistic timeline, in writing, before anything starts.

We file the application together

When your family is abroad, you file the application on paper at the voivodeship office. When they are already in Poland, your family member sends it from their own MOS account. We plan the office visit with you.

We stay with you to the decision

The office writes in Polish. We explain each letter and reply inside its deadline. You know where you stand.

What clients say

“We had a really good and smooth process with Krakspire. I highly recommend them for your residence process!”

“Had to go through several integration cases while migrating, from basic papers for apartment rental and document translation to obtaining a work permit, and Krakspire was the one to help. Always friendly, helpful, and going a bit beyond what’s needed.”

“By far the best assistance company for resident permits. They are proactive: you don’t need to chase them. The pricing is decent and they help with situations where it’s not clear how to proceed. They got my application processed in two months with a decision for permanent residence.”

Family reunification: frequently asked questions

How long does the family reunification process take?

The Act sets a 60-day term, but it does not run until 4 March 2027. In practice, decision times depend on the voivodeship office. The Permit Barometer at the top of this page shows the current average for each office, and many people wait longer than the average. We advise starting early and ask the office where the application stands when it stalls.

Can my spouse work in Poland after reunification?

Yes. Family members who receive a residence permit through reunification are typically granted access to the Polish labour market without needing a separate work permit.

What if my partner and I are not married?

Family reunification covers married spouses only. Unmarried partners may have other routes to a residence permit, for example, based on employment or other grounds. We’ll assess your specific situation and find the best approach.

Can I bring my parents to Poland?

Not through family reunification, which covers your spouse and minor children. A parent may qualify for a residence permit on another ground; we check whether one fits.

Do my children need to attend school in Poland?

Yes. Education is compulsory in Poland for children aged 7–18. We help with school enrolment and explain how Polish schools work for international families.

Bringing your family to Poland: what the process really looks like