Documents in Poland

PESEL, address registration and digital access to Polish public services.

• Getting a PESEL number

  PESEL is a Polish personal identification number. The government service explains when it is assigned during address registration and how a foreigner can apply where registration is not possible and an authority requires the number.

• Registering your address: meldunek

  Meldunek is registration of your address in Poland. It is a different procedure from obtaining a visa or residence permit. The government’s guided service selects the relevant procedure for a foreigner’s circumstances.

• Profil zaufany: access to public online services

  Profil zaufany is a digital identity tool for Polish public services. The official guidance describes available ways of setting it up, including participating online banks and other identity confirmation methods.