How to get meldunek in Poland

Meldunek is a registration of residence in Poland. It is required to prove actual residence and is often required for various administrative procedures, such as obtaining PESEL, accessing medical services, and opening a bank account. Here’s how you can get meldunec in Poland:

1. Prepare the necessary documents

• Passport or other identity document.
• Lease agreement, certificate of ownership or consent of the owner of the property to registration.
• In some cases, a visa or proof of legal stay (e.g. temporary or permanent residence card) may be required.

2. Visit the relevant authority

You need to register your place of residence at the Urząd Miasta (city administration) or Urząd Gminy (commune administration) in the area where you live.

3. Fill out the application

In the local government, it is necessary to fill out an application form for registration. The form can be obtained on the spot or downloaded from the official website of the relevant authority.

4. Applying

Submit the completed application along with the prepared documents to the administration employee. If you are renting, you may need the landlord to be present or have written consent.

5. Receiving confirmation

After successful submission of documents and processing of the application, you will be issued a confirmation of registration of residence. Sometimes this is done immediately, and in some cases it can take several days.

6. Types of registration

• Temporary registration (czasowe zameldowanie) – if you plan to stay in Poland for a certain time.
• Permanent registration (stałe zameldowanie) – if you have the right of permanent residence.

7. Online check-in (sometimes possible)

In some Polish cities, it is possible to register online through the ePUAP platform or another electronic system if you have a Profil Zaufany.

8. Time

Registration of the place of residence must be completed within 30 days of arrival at the new place of residence.

9. Obtaining PESEL

Sometimes when you register your place of residence, you can get a PESEL number automatically, especially if you have a long-term stay.

Important: The procedure and requirements may vary slightly depending on the region, so it is recommended to check the details with your local Urząd Miasta or Urząd Gminy.