I just arrived
If you arrived days or weeks ago, start here. We put the paperwork in the right order so nothing blocks you.
Topics for your situation
Paperwork & residence
Residence card, PESEL, visas, registration and EU-citizen procedures.
Money, banking & taxes
Opening a bank account, tax residence (183-day rule) and international transfers.
Health
Public health (NFZ) and insurance, booking a doctor (IKP) and private care.
Housing
How to rent safely, contracts, your rights and discrimination when renting.
Safety & scams
The most common scams targeting foreigners in Poland: how to spot, avoid and report them.
Essential guides
The BLIK code scam and the OLX/Vinted 'buyer' scam: how they work
Two common scams in Poland: the BLIK code requested by a fake friend, and the 'buyer' who lures you off the OLX or Vinted chat. Learn to spot them and protect yourself.
Fake immigration 'agents': don't overpay for your karta pobytu
'Agents' who promise to guarantee your residence for high fees are a common scam. Here's how they operate and where to get reliable, free help.