Which documents are needed for a residence card through MOS
The document list depends on the basis of the application. We explain what is usually worth preparing before filling in the MOS form.
Learn moreDocuments and legal stay in Poland for foreigners
We help you choose the right procedure, check your documents and prepare for dealing with the office.
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How can we help you?
Choose an area first, then a specific situation.
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What do you need help with?
If there is no exact match, choose “Other / not sure”.
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Popular service areas
Four common requests. The remaining services are available in the complete catalogue.
01Residence card based on workPreparation and support for work-based temporary residence cases and employer documents.02Permanent residence based on Polish originSupport for permanent residence cases based on Polish origin.03Support after filingHelp with a filed case: letters, requests and next steps.04PESELReview of the grounds and guidance for obtaining a PESEL number.
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Tell us what happened and which documents you already have.
From the first message to an action plan
We clarify the task, check the documents and agree where our support is needed.
- 01
You tell us what happened
Share your basis of stay, the case stage and your question.
- 02
We clarify details and deadlines
We check what has already been done and whether any important dates apply.
- 03
We check the documents
We review the set and point out what is missing.
- 04
We agree on the next actions
We explain the options and define the right form of support.
How we work with your case
We first establish your basis of stay and the current case stage. Then we check the documents, deadlines and available actions.
- Explanations without complicated wording
- Communication in Russian, Ukrainian and English
- Document and deadline review
- Support where it is actually needed
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions people most often ask before contacting us.
Can documents be filed before lawful stay expires?
Usually this is the safest option, but the legal basis, deadlines and document set should be checked first.
What should I do if the office does not respond for a long time?
It is worth checking the case status, possible notices and whether an additional letter may be needed.
What should I do after receiving an office notice?
Read the letter carefully, verify the response deadline and prepare exactly the documents requested by the office.
Do you search for jobs or handle work legalization?
No. We do not search for jobs. For documents, lawful stay and office cases, we help review the situation and choose the next step.
Can I contact you before filing documents?
Yes, and this is often the most useful stage. It helps clarify risks early and avoid missing important formalities.
Which languages do you work in?
The site is available in Russian, Ukrainian and English. You can ask via Telegram which communication format is most convenient.
Latest publications
New rules and practical guides from Migrato's news feed.
Residence card applications through MOS in 2026: what changed
From 27 April 2026, applications for temporary residence, permanent residence and EU long-term resident status are submitted through MOS.
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Why documents for Poland are better prepared in advance
We explain why it is worth preparing documents for Poland early and how it can save time, stress and money.
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Tell us the current case stage, what has already been filed and which issue needs to be resolved.
