Residence Permit Based on Business Activity

We assist with obtaining a residence permit based on running a business in Warsaw: we assess the legal basis for application, review company documents, prepare the required documentation package, and support the entire electronic submission process through the MOS 2.0 system.

MOS 2.0

Electronic application submission

Document preparation

Fast application process

Cooperation Process

We support you at every stage of the Polish immigration process, ensuring full compliance with all requirements and maximum efficiency.

Consultation and Case Assessment

We evaluate your chances of obtaining a residence permit at our office, review your documents, and select the most suitable legalization strategy.

Strategy and Agreement

We sign a service agreement, provide a personalized checklist, and prepare a clear step-by-step action plan leading to the successful issuance of your residence card.

Document Preparation

We complete application forms, prepare notarized copies, and communicate directly with your accountant to collect the complete set of required documents.

Support and Communication

A dedicated representative accompanies you during appointments at the immigration office, monitors your case, and provides monthly updates regarding the status of your application.

Finalization and Loyalty Benefits

We assist you with collecting your residence card from the immigration office and provide exclusive discounts on all future company services.

Pricing

No hidden fees. Professional support for every budget.

Basic

Including 23% VAT

1000 zł

Payment in 2 installments
Legal consultation
Preparation of a checklist of required documents
Document verification
Completion of the electronic application in MOS 2.0
Electronic submission of documents

Required Documents

For applying for a residence permit based on business activity through MOS 2.0, documents are prepared electronically. Below is the basic list, however the final package depends on your individual situation and the requirements of the immigration office.

Scan or photo of all pages of a valid passport
Electronic application in MOS
Digital photograph for submission through MOS 2.0
Confirmation of payment of the stamp duty
PESEL identification number
Proof of address in Poland
Invoices issued during the last year
ZUS DRA

Contracts with clients / contractors
PIT / CIT / VAT / accounting documents — depending on the business structure
Confirmation of ZUS contributions payment
Zaświadczenie o niezaleganiu z ZUS
Zaświadczenie o niezaleganiu w podatkach
CEIDG / KRS
Bank statement from the company account showing income and expenses
Confirmation of tax payments
And other documents

Residence Permit Based on Business Activity in Warsaw

A residence permit based on business activity is intended for foreigners who conduct entrepreneurial activity in Poland, develop a sole proprietorship (JDG), own a company, or participate in company management.

For this type of application, it is important not only to complete the application form, but also to demonstrate that the business is genuine: company registration, financial performance, taxes, ZUS contributions, income, expenses, contracts, clients, and the economic purpose of the activity.

From April 27, 2026, the standard application process for a residence permit is carried out electronically through MOS 2.0. Therefore, business-related documents must be prepared in a way that confirms the legal basis of stay and complies with the requirements for electronic submission to the immigration office.

We help entrepreneurs prepare the document package, identify weak points in the business basis, and complete the residence permit application process based on business activity in Warsaw.

What a Residence Permit Based on Business Activity in Poland Provides

Legal stay in Poland for the validity period of the permit;
The possibility to conduct business and develop entrepreneurial activity in Poland;
The possibility to work within the framework of your business basis, if it complies with the decision and your individual situation;
The possibility to leave Poland and return with a valid residence card and passport;
The possibility of short-term travel within the Schengen Area under the 90/180 rule;
A basis for further legalization of stay in Poland;
The possibility to switch to another type of permit in the future if the basis of stay changes.

Documents Required for Applying Through MOS 2.0

Below is the basic list of documents required for applying for a residence permit based on business activity through MOS 2.0. The final package depends on the business structure: JDG, sp. z o.o., participation in the management board (zarząd), shareholder status (wspólnik), turnover, taxes, ZUS contributions, and the actual activity of the company.

Completed electronic application in MOS 2.0.
Digital photograph for submission through MOS 2.0.
Scan or photo of all pages of a valid passport.
Confirmation of payment of the stamp duty of 340 PLN for consideration of the application based on business activity.
Documents confirming health insurance in Poland.
Proof of address in Poland — if required for the case.
Documents confirming stable and regular income.
Business documents: CEIDG or KRS, company agreement (umowa spółki), resolutions (uchwały), management board / shareholder data (dane zarządu / wspólników) — depending on the type of business activity.
Documents confirming actual business activity: contracts with clients, invoices (faktury), bank statements, payment confirmations, reports, documents regarding employees or contractors.
Accounting documents: PIT / CIT, VAT, ZUS, revenue and expense ledger (księga przychodów i rozchodów), or other confirmations of the company’s financial activity.
Application attachment signed electronically — if the basis is related to serving on the management board (zarząd), managing company affairs (prowadzenie spraw spółki), acting as a general partner (komplementariusz), or as a proxy (prokurent).
Translations into Polish — if the documents are issued in another language and require certified translation.
If submitted by a representative — power of attorney (pełnomocnictwo) and confirmation of payment of the 17 PLN fee for the authorization.
Electronically certified scans of paper originals — if additional documents existing only in paper form must be submitted in the case.

After the implementation of MOS 2.0, paper supplements to the case are no longer accepted at the service desk. If the immigration office requests additional documents, they must be submitted electronically. If a document exists only as a paper original, a scan certified electronically as a true copy of the original must be prepared in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to apply for a new residence permit if I change my job?

In accordance with changes in legislation from 2022 regulating the issuance of residence cards, the requirement to obtain a new residence permit when changing employers has been removed. It is only necessary to update the decision (not in all cases).

Can I cross the border based on a passport stamp?

You may leave the territory of Poland, but for re-entry you will need a visa or another legal basis.

I submitted documents for a residence card but changed my employer — what should I do?

You should inform the authorities about the change of employer and submit a new set of documents from your new employer.

What does the validity period of the residence card depend on?

As a rule, the validity period of a residence card based on employment depends on the length of the employment contract, which is specified by the employer in Annex No. 1 (załącznik nr 1).
Other equally important documents should also be taken into account.

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