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Registration of EU, EFTA and Swiss citizens
Information for ctizens of European Union, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Switzerland Those who plan to stay longer than 3 months are obliged to register their stay in the Voivodeship Office (Urząd Wojewódzki) of the region (voivodship) where they intend to reside at latest on the next day following the 3 months. The registration procedure is easy and free-of-charge. You need to submit the following documents: an application form, ID or...
Zatwierdzenie jednostki w MSWiA
Zatwierdzenie to dotyczy przyjmowania cudzoziemców z krajów trzecich (spoza UE) w celu prowadzenia badań naukowych lub prac rozwojowych, a także w celu odbycia studiów (z pewnymi wyjątkami) i jest ono wymogiem ustawy o cudzoziemcach. Zatwierdzenie jednostki na potrzeby przyjmowania cudzoziemców w celu prowadzenia badań oraz w celu podjęcia lub kontynuacji studiów jest warunkiem wydania cudzoziemcowi przed przyjazdem do Polski wizy w celu...
Badania i raporty dotyczące rozwoju kariery naukowej
W tej części naszej strony zbieramy dla Państwa różnego rodzaju raporty dotyczące rozwoju kariery naukowej, przygotowane przez różne organizacje wspierające naukowców: Raport "Potrzeby i oczekiwania młodych naukowców związane z rozwojem zawodowej kariery naukowej" (2018 r.) przeprowadzony w ramach projektu NAUKOWIEC finansowanego przez Ministerstwo Nauki i Szkolnictwa Wyższego oraz z programu Horyzont 2020 Raport German Academic Exchange...
Taxation
Polish taxation system consists of several types of taxes. As the legislator imposes fines on tax evasion, it is essential to remember about making payments and submitting tax declarations within due time. Below you will find a list of those Polish taxes which are the most relevant to researchers. Personal Income Tax (PIT) In general terms, everyone working in Poland (usually it means a stay of at least 183 days of the calendar year) is a...
Registration in municipality/district
The registration (in Polish meldunek) is obligatory by law for both foreigners and Polish nationals. The procedure is free-of-charge, however, a written confirmation costs PLN 17. When to register European Union nationals and Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland nationals as well as their family members register at latest on 30th day after arrival if planned stay exceeds 3 months; nationals of other countries need to register at latest...
Before you leave Poland
If you have worked or studied in Poland, here you can find some practical information on some formalities that should be fulfilled before leaving. Inform immigration office If you have a Polish residence permit (or you are waiting for one), you are obliged to notify the Voivodeship Office that issued your permit about the termination of work or studies. You need to do it within 15 working days after the termination of work or study. The employer...
Work permit
AGH University of Science and Technology, author: KSAF AGH As a general rule, foreigners are entitled to work in Poland if they: stay legally and have a work permit - if required. Note: working in Poland is not permitted on the basis of a tourist visa or visa for the purpose of visitting family or friends. Work permit is not required for citizens of the European Union countries, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland and their family...
Health insurance and care
Stomatology, Medical University of Lodz, author: Promotion Department The healthcare system in Poland is based on the principles of equal treatment and access to medical services. It relies on a number of general rules which are applicable unless a specific legislation or international agreement provides otherwise. The main institution responsible for the management of public funds for healthcare, and the pillar of the entire health insurance...
PESEL number
PESEL is a number given to citizens in Poland (Polish acronym for „Universal Electronic System for Registration of the Population”). It is not obligatory to have this number but it may sometimes be useful to manage certain formalities such as opening a bank account, registering for a doctor or submitting your annual tax declaration. PESEL is automatically issued to you when you register your temporary residence at your municipality/district...
Pregnancy & Family
Obstetrics, Medical University of Bialystok Healthcare for pregnant women If you are insured within the public healthcare system in Poland (National Health Fund - NFZ) all the the medical services provided by the public hospitals and clinics are free-of-charge. Therefore, having found out that you are expecting a baby, you should register at a chosen hospital or clinic to remain under medical control from the earliest weeks of the pregnancy...
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