How does Temporary Residence Permit for Family Reunification work in Poland, and who qualifies?

Poland's family-reunification residence permit allows a third-country national who holds a qualifying residence permit to sponsor close family members. In practice that usually means a spouse and minor children, including stepchildren and adopted children.

The sponsor generally needs a residence permit valid for the required minimum period, and you must provide documents proving the family relationship, such as marriage or birth certificates. You will also need to show stable and regular income, suitable accommodation, and health insurance for the family member. The application is made to the voivode for the region where you live, and the family member's permit is usually aligned with the sponsor's.

Because the income and accommodation evidence is important and the family member's permit tracks the sponsor's, planning the timing helps. ACME can assess whether you meet the sponsorship conditions and help prepare the relationship and financial evidence, and we always suggest confirming the current rules on the official portals before applying.