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Polish Citizenship by Descent

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Poland recognises citizenship by descent for those with Polish ancestors who were Polish citizens. Applications filed at Polish consulates. Large Polish diaspora globally — particularly in US, UK, Australia, Canada, and Brazil.

Investment
Free — admin costs (~€200)
Processing
24 months
Min stay
0 days/year
Tax rate
Polish residents taxed 12–32% progressive; non-residents on Polish-source income only%

How popular is this programme?

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Demand score13/100

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Key Details

Leads to PRYes
Dual citizenshipYes
Remote work—
Healthcare includedYes
Crypto accepted—
Same-sex recognised—
RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Citizenship by descent confers a nationality, which is permanent and carries no physical-presence requirement to retain

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Highlights

  • Polish ancestors qualify
  • EU passport — 190 countries
  • No language test for descent
  • Large diaspora programme
  • Pass to children

What could change

Changes in citizenship laws could affect eligibility and processing times.

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Tax Notes

Polish residents are taxed at a progressive rate of 12–32%; non-residents are taxed only on Polish-source income.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: high

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People also ask

Can I get Polish citizenship if my grandparent was Polish?
Polish nationality by descent is the same thing as Polish citizenship by descent. It grants someone citizenship with Poland as long as they have one Polish parent, grandparent, or (sometimes) great-grandparent who was born in Poland and meets the eligibility requirements.
Can I get dual citizenship if my grandparents were born in Poland?
Who is eligible for Polish citizenship by descent? You are eligible if you have Polish roots and direct lineage from a Polish ancestor (parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent) born in Poland before January 1920 or who lived in Poland after January 1920 and did not lose their Polish citizenship.
How can an American get Polish citizenship by descent?
Conditions for ancestors You may qualify for citizenship by descent if you can prove that at least one Polish ancestor: Was born in Poland (or one of the former Polish territories) Resided in Poland after 1920 (with some exceptions) Maintained their Polish citizenship until after 1920 and at the time of your birth.

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