befranklin
American looking for information about Poland
Forum posts
27
About me
American, In a relationship
Lives in Gorz贸w Wielkopolski, Lubusz
Speaks English, little German, Little French and Very Little Polish
Registration: 05 April 2017
Acquiring Polish passport by mauimav
Wife is dual citizen-Poland, USA. She grew up on Poland and most of her family is in Warsaw but she lives with this American here in the States. She does have a 1/6 title ownership in her dad鈥檚 apartment in Warsaw where we could live if ...
Just Google it https://www.gov.pl/web/mswia-en/apply-to-be-recognised-as-a-polish-citizen Read More
Retiring to Poland by Betamax7
Hi, - I am American who would like to retire to Poland. I know that there is no such type of D visa, still wondering if it is doable. I'd appreciate if an anybody who successfully accomplished it could share your experience and knowledge.Thanks.
One important detail that they have left out regarding a permanent resident card is the fact that you will need to pass a Polish language proficiency test at the B1 level which os very hard. It's an important detail that should be added. And the ... Read More
Finding a job in poland by mudeda samson
Am in Qatar working in hotel as cook, how can I apply for ajob in poland with visa sponsorship, thanks.
You cannot work while being a student in Poland and most companies won't take the risk of hiring someone who doesn't have residency. Read More
enquiry of obtaining work visa in poland. by stephenakoko
Good afternoon sir/madam, i am a holder of diploma in food and beverage and bachelor degree in hospitality management. I would like to work in poland especially in the hotel industry.1) I would like to know the process of obtaining work visa? 2) is ...
Don't listen to Negative people like Guestpoaster745 or whatever it is....just avoid he'/her reply. Anyone can work in poland without speaking polish. And you can abstain citizenship as longer you stay in Poland for 3 year or more. Polish ... Read More
enquiry of obtaining work visa in poland. by stephenakoko
Good afternoon sir/madam, i am a holder of diploma in food and beverage and bachelor degree in hospitality management. I would like to work in poland especially in the hotel industry.1) I would like to know the process of obtaining work visa? 2) is ...
Wrong you need to be able to speak Polish if you want to work in Poland unless you are hired by an English speaking company. And wrong again someone can apply for citizenship when they have stayed legally in Poland for 5 years and be able to speak ... Read More
Nigerian wanting to relocate to Poland by oluwafeyi
Hi Am a Nigerian, I've read so much about Poland and will like to relocate to Poland, please who can help me on how to go about it. Thanks
I would suggest relocating somewhere else unless you are able to speak adequate Polish. Read More
Moving from USA to Poland by Zabka
We are planning to move from the USA to Warsaw next year. We are looking for a reliable shipping company and good storage in Warsaw until we find a house. What documents do we need? Taking 2 cars as well as house contents. Any good advice would be ...
Hi Zabka, I am not sure if I am too late to respond regarding your move to Poland. Specifically shipping a car to Poland. I have just completed that process and want to warn that it's quite complex with both meeting the requirements for car ... Read More
Expat in Poland Wanting to Adopt by IrelandAoife
Hi, Can anyone help me understand if it is possible for me as an Expat in Poland to Adopt in Poland and how much that would cost? Also if I as an expat in Poland adopting from Abroad into Poland, is that possible and how much should I budget for ...
You'll need an attorney for that and I don't think you'll be able to adopt unless you're a citizen. Read More
Collecting information about Poland to work
You should contact a licensed immigration attorney not a taxi cab driver; better more reliable information. Read More
Can my wife join me in Poland?
I think she'd have find it hard to find a job here if you only speak English if she can find a job and the person who will do the Visa then she'll probably be able to work here. the best job so you can find our in it or somewhere where you ... Read More
Waiting time for my temporary residency card by sar3
Hi everyone, I am an American citizen and I have been living in Poland for a little over a year now. I originally came to Poland with a visa that only lasted for a year to teach English here. My boss wanted me to stay at the school and teach another ...
Just so you know that it will take almost a year to get your probytu karta. For me from start to finish it took 11 months for me to get it and then an additional month before I could pick up the card. One recommendation would be to schedule card ... Read More
Moving to warsaw by Jackie amann
I am from the USA thinking of moving to warsaw with my adult son. Our combined income is $1,500 (6,000 zloty) per month. Would we be able to live comfortably in a modern apartment?
Jackie, While it may seem like a lot when converting from USD to Z艂oty, Warszawa is one of the most expensive cities in Poland in which to live so the amount for rent is going high. That being said from the amount of income listed you should ... Read More
Question about citizenship by Lookingforinfo
Hi, American here. I'm considering moving to Poland in the next few years. Probably within ~2-3 years for sure. Reason being....I only make $50k/yr and that's not enough to live in Los Angeles. I'm of Polish ethnicity (3/4) and have ...
I sent you a PM look for it. Read More
Working in Poland as Nurse
You'll need to be able to read and speak Polish in order to secure a professional job here in Poland. And don't expect anyone here to speak English to you it's not going to happen this is after all Poland. Just like if someone from ... Read More
wanna meet foreigners in Poland
Hi my name is Bernie and unfortunately I live in Gorz贸w or we'd be able to talk. I am learning Polish as you cannot live here and expect people to speak English to you in order to communicate. It's hard to find Poles who can or even ... Read More
Why Poland? (work/study/migrate) by tipitoe
Hello everyone, Why did you decided to work/study/migrate in Poland? Why are you planning to work/study/migrate in Poland? As someone who was born in Poland and grew up behind the iron curtain, I'm little bit surprised by the level of ...
It's simple my wife is Polish and this is her country and will be my country too when I'm able to join it. Read More
Karta Pobytu by sar3
Hi everyone, I have posted here before about the same topic, but I was wondering if anyone has any information about the waiting time for the Karta Pobytu after the employer has received the work permit? Online it says that once the employer has ...
Hi Hayden, I don't really know if I can't leave the county. I"m from the USA and applied for my TRC in September and we don't require a visa for most of the EU so I really shouldn't have a problem returning. The problem is ... Read More
Karta Pobytu by sar3
Hi everyone, I have posted here before about the same topic, but I was wondering if anyone has any information about the waiting time for the Karta Pobytu after the employer has received the work permit? Online it says that once the employer has ...
Lucas, Thanks for the information; I applied for my temporary resodent card in September through a small village called Gorzow. I too have yet to hear anything regarding my application process so it is a problem that must felt all over Poland. I ... Read More
Karta Pobytu by sar3
Hi everyone, I have posted here before about the same topic, but I was wondering if anyone has any information about the waiting time for the Karta Pobytu after the employer has received the work permit? Online it says that once the employer has ...
Thats what I heard. I just had a friend get his decision on an renewal application that was submitted about the time as yours in Gorzow Wielkopolski. I had thpugjt that because I too am in a less desirable area and from the US that I would see ... Read More
Starting a new life by Jetmech82
Hello Everyone! My name is Mike, and I will be moving to Poland next month. I am currently Active Duty US Air Force, living in Okinawa Japan, and Poland will be my last assignment. I am married to a wonderful Polish woman, and we have two ...
Hey Mike I sent you a private message. Bernie Read More
Waiting time for my temporary residency card by sar3
Hi everyone, I am an American citizen and I have been living in Poland for a little over a year now. I originally came to Poland with a visa that only lasted for a year to teach English here. My boss wanted me to stay at the school and teach another ...
Hi, I am from California I'm in a different boat and I applied after getting married in September. We got a call from the local office here in Gorzow Wielk. to come down and get the passport stamp and give other information. We just had a ... Read More
Looking for foreigners who speaks English to hangout with by GuestPoster740
Is there any foreigners here in Bydgoszcz who would like to go out and explore the city with me? By the way, I'm Kisha, 23 years old, married from the Philippines. I am married with a Polish guy but he works and lives in UK so I am pretty much ...
Kisha, Why don't you take time and learn Polish? You are close to Poznan and there are some schools that will teach you Polish. I'll be in Gorzow Wielkopolska so I'm not that close. Bernie Read More
Applying for Visa on Monday (US Citizen)
Britta, From what I know you shouldn't have a problem but know that they don't move very fast so if you have all your documents in order you should be good to go. If you are going to the Polish Embassy I believe it's only dropping off ... Read More
New members of the Poland forum, introduce yourself here 聳 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Poland forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Britta, I hope that you enjoy Warsaw. Have found a place to stay yet? I have heard that places are on the more expensive side of Poland and less affordable. I will be transitioning about the same time as you with my fiance in a town near ... Read More
Living in Poland as an Muslim with kids by nurulakhmal
Hi all, My name is Nurul, I'm from Malaysia. I'm currently in the midst of negotiating the employment offer in Warsaw. I've made my research about the salary range and also basic/average cost of living in Poland. But I'm not quite ...
I don't think you should move to Poland it's not really a Muslim country and you'd just be taking a risk going there. It's not Muslim friendly. just my two cents. Read More