🇵🇱 Poland · Family
Family — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €193 (≈ PLN 1,010 · FX 2026-06-22) |
| Minimum annual salary | €237 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €80 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl/en/categories-information/possibilities-legalization/non-eu-continued-stay/permit-temporary/staying-with-family/non-eu-spouse/.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €193 (≈ PLN 1,010 · FX 2026-06-22).
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The foreigner has source of stable and regular income ... sufficient to cover the costs of living themselves and family members. Required income level: - 1,010 PLN per month – if you have no dependants; - 823 PLN per month – for yourself and for each family member who is your dependant, i.e. 823 + 823 * X.”
“The foreigner has health insurance... covering the costs of medical treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.