🇵🇱 Poland · Permanent Settlement
Permanent Residence Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €237 |
| Minimum annual salary | €237 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €150 |
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
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/permanent-residence-permit/.
- Typical processing: ~180 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €237.
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.
Minimum monthly income
Minimum annual salary
Health insurance
“The foreigner has health insurance within the meaning of the Act of 27 August 2004 on health care services financed from public funds.”
Age range
Application fee
Open to all nationalities
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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 2026-06-09.