Complete Guide to Polish Citizenship

Eligibility, Procedures & Everything You Need to Know

Your trusted resource for obtaining, confirming, or reacquiring Polish citizenship and passport.

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Polish Citizenship by Descent

Confirm your Polish citizenship through ancestors who were citizens of Poland. No need to renounce your current citizenship.

Polish Citizenship by Marriage

Learn how spouses of Polish citizens can apply for recognition of Polish citizenship through marriage.

Loss of Citizenship — Loss Events

Understand the historical events and legal situations that may have resulted in the loss of Polish citizenship.

Reacquisition of Citizenship

Find out if you can reacquire Polish citizenship that was previously lost before January 1, 1999.

The 1920 Law

Discover how the 1920 Act on Polish Citizenship may affect your eligibility.

Citizenship through Great-Grandparents

You may be eligible if your Polish ancestor is your great-grandparent.

Does Poland Allow Dual Citizenship? (FAQ)

Answers to the most common questions about holding Polish citizenship alongside US or Canadian citizenship.