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Poland wants to significantly tighten the rules for obtaining citizenship: Warsaw is preparing amendments to the law
Poland is preparing amendments to the Act on Polish Citizenship, arguing that it was adopted in 2009 year, when Poland was predominantly a country of emigration, and therefore its provisions no longer correspond to current realities.
According to the new bill, the residence period required to obtain citizenship is planned to be increased, the language requirement raised from B1 to B2, and a test on knowledge of the country introduced. The changes could affect Ukrainians who plan to obtain a Polish passport, reports RMF24.
The bill also provides additional requirements for applicants, who will need to:
🔸 confirm that their center of vital interests and tax residency are in Poland;
🔸 provide documents on income and lawful grounds for residing in housing;
🔸 submit a declaration of loyalty to the Republic of Poland.
Citizenship may also be denied due to security threats, false information, or forged documents. If fraud is discovered years later, a decision to grant or restore citizenship may be revoked.
The simplified procedure for restoring citizenship is planned to be abolished with a transition period until 31 December 2030. The bill has not yet been adopted; its consideration by the government is scheduled for Q4 2026.
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