Poland Spouse Visa for TRC Holders or Foreigners
Poland spouse visa for foreign workers with a temporary residence card (TRC) is a kind of visa or permit that allows your spouse to come and live in Poland on behalf of you. That means you can bring your spouse to Poland if you are already working and living in Poland and your spouse is located in your home country. However, there are certain things that you have to consider when your spouse applies for a visa on your behalf from your home country, which we will discuss in this blog post just to guide you and make you able to bring your spouse to Poland.
Eligibility Criteria for Bringing Non-EU Spouses
To bring your non-EU spouse to Poland, you must complete one of the below requirements. That means to bring your spouse you have following residency:
a). You hold a permanent residency or a long-term EU resident’s residence permit (after five years of your work in Poland).
b). You hold at least two years of residency continuously, even if it is temporary, and your residency still has validity for one year. This apply to all kind of wokers wheter professionals or non- professionals.
c). You are doing a PhD in Poland. If you complete your PhD, you can still bring your spouse while looking for a job.
d). If you have refugee status in Poland, you are also eligible to bring your spouse to Poland.
Note: If any of the above situations hold, you can bring your spouse to Poland as a foreigner or non eu citizen
Documents Required for Bringing a Non-EU Spouse
These are the key documents that you have to submit at the embassy or consulate in your country:
1. Your marriage certificate has a translation in Polish.
2. Your job contract, which shows you have a stable income to bear your spouse’s expenses in Poland,
3. Travel insurance for your spouse. You can buy for your spouse here in Poland. Read more about affordable insurance in Poland
4. A house contract where you live in Poland, and later your spouse will also live there with you.
Author Opinion For you: Because you have to attach the standard application with other documents, e.g., four photos, a passport, and the application fee payment, Combine all the documents mentioned above with other standard documents that every applicant requires and submit them at immigrtion office or your country’s Polish embassy through an appointment or a direct visit to the embassy, depending on the rules of the embassy in your country. Find your country’s embassy.
If you want to read in detail about the application process, then we suggest you read a complete blog on the application process at the Immigration Office and Embassy.
In Case of Negtive Decision
In case of a negative decision, you have the right to appeal at the embassy or immigration within fourteen days.
Author Note Regarding Appeal: If you are going through this situation, then you have to take some important steps, which we will briefly discuss in separate blogs for you. Learn more about the appeals process in Poland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my spouse apply for a visa if my residency expires in one year?
The rule is simple: if you want your spouse to apply for a Polish visa on your behalf, your temporary residency permit must have at least one year of validity or more. If it is less than one year, then your spouse is not eligible to apply for a spouse visa.
Can I pay the fee for a spouse visa in Poland even if my spouse is applying from abroad?
Yes, you have to pay the fee on your behalf and send the receipt to your spouse because your spouse must submit this payment receipt with the application to the embassy or consulate.
Can I submit my documents without a sworn translation?
No, you cannot submit the documents without a sworn translation. If you submit your documents to the Polish embassy, they must be translated into Polish by an official translator. If you submit without translations in polish then you maybe get objection or negative decision.
Can I apply for my spouse’s visa if I have one year of residence in Poland?
With a temporary residence permit based on work in Poland for less than a year, you are not eligible to apply for a non-EU citizen spouse visa while in Poland for less than a year.
Can I submit an application without buying insurance?
Yes, if you apply for a non-EU citizen spouse visa and your spouse living in Poland has valid insurance, it is not necessary to purchase separate insurance. However, we recommend having travel insurance for both immigration purposes and travel safety especially when you spouse is applying from home country.
Can I get a positive decision after appealing my spouse’s visa?
Once your spouse’s visa application is rejected or you receive a negative decision, it’s crucial to carefully review the decision letter that you received from immigration or embassy in your country. This letter usually outlines the reasons for the rejection, such as missing documents or inadequacies in the documents submitted. In such cases submit the requirement documents with appeals if you do this then you would probably improve your chances of getting positive decision in your appeal. Learn more about appeal process in Poland.
Can I move to Poland if my wife is Polish?
Yes you can move to Poland after getting visa or residence permit based on your polish spouse living in poland. You’ll need to complete your documents and obtain additional documentation from your spouse in Poland, such as proof of residence, stable income to support you, etc. If your visa application is successful, you can then move to Poland.
What other options do I have to move to Poland if I don’t get a spouse visa from my home country?
In case you’re unable to obtain a spouse visa as a non-EU citizen, there are several other options to consider for moving to Poland:
Poland Visit Visa
Poland study visa
Poland business visa
PHD Study Visa
EU Blue Card for Poland (if you are a skilled worker)
What is the application cost of a Poland visa for a spouse?
The application fee for a Polish spouse visa is 340 PLN. If you convert this amount into euros, it is approximately 80 euros.
Can I pay the application fee for a spouse visa in cash?
In Poland, you are required to pay the fee directly from your bank account to the designated immigration account. You can also deposit the fee via bank transfer. This applies to payments made at the embassy as well, where you must use the account provided by the embassy for payment. However, if the embassy offers the option to pay in cash at the time of visit, you can still utilize this method. So we suggest you confirm with your relevant embassy in your country by email or phone call.
Can I bring my spouse to Poland as a PhD student?
Yes, you can bring your spouse to Poland if you are pursuing a PhD or engaging in scientific research in Poland. PhD students are eligible to bring their spouses to Poland during and after their PhD as well.
Can Americans citizen stay longer in Poland with spouse or partner?
If you are an American citizen and you are in a relationship with a Polish citizen, whether formal or informal, you are allowed to stay in Poland according to the country’s policy, typically for a specific period, such as 90 days in most cases. If you intend to stay longer in Poland, you must apply for a residence permit on behalf of your spouse or partner in Poland, specifically based on your cohabitation with them.
What are the chances of getting a foreign spouse visa for Poland?
The chances of obtaining a foreign spouse visa for Poland depend on the specifics of your case and the completeness of your application. If you submit all your documents correctly and without any missing information, the likelihood of successfully bringing your spouse to Poland is high and this apply to every kind of workers.
Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes. We don’t claim to be a hundred percent certain of the accuracy of the information, as it is based on your research and knowledge, which might not be error-free. For exact information, we encourage you to check the official source.
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