Citizenship and residence

We advise on matters related to the confirmation or granting of Polish citizenship, including for citizens of Israel, the USA and Canada. We coordinate the search for source documentation in Polish archival collections. We provide services covering immigration law. We prepare applications for Polish visas or residence permits; we prepare applications for permits to work in Poland. We advise on legal and tax issues related to the change of tax residency (relocation) of clients and their families.

Polish Citizenship by Descent & Passport Assistance

If you have Polish ancestry and are wondering how to get Polish citizenship, the legal team at GWW offers complete support – from your first consultation to the final administrative decision, and even beyond, helping you apply for a Polish passport through ancestry.

We specialize in proving Polish heritage for citizenship and have extensive experience working with individuals around the world – especially Polish Americans, Canadians, and Israelis – whose parents or grandparents were born in Poland or in territories that belonged to Poland before World War II.

Our clients often ask if they can get a Polish passport if their grandparents were Polish. The answer is often yes – but confirming eligibility for Polish citizenship requires careful legal and historical analysis. That’s where we step in.

Legal Help with Polish Citizenship by Descent

We know that many people exploring Polish citizenship by descent don’t have a complete set of family records. At GWW, we take care of archival research, manage legal formalities, and provide tailored legal advice throughout the process. Our goal is to make your journey as smooth and successful as possible.

What does the process involve?

Each case begins with a careful assessment of your family history. Based on your background, we’ll define the scope of the necessary searches in Polish and foreign archives, verify the current state of documentation, and determine which laws apply to your case. This allows us to confirm whether your direct ancestors held Polish citizenship and whether it was retained through the generations.

After collecting the necessary documents – a task we handle entirely – we prepare and submit your Polish citizenship application. We then represent you before the appropriate Polish authorities until a final decision is issued. Once citizenship is confirmed, we can assist you in obtaining your Polish passport through ancestry.

What are the benefits of Polish citizenship?

Becoming a Polish citizen gives you more than a new passport. It grants full rights as a citizen of the European Union, including:

Visa-free travel across all EU countries.
The ability to work, study, or run a business anywhere in the EU.
Access to public healthcare, education, and social programs in line with local citizens.

This is why so many people are asking about the citizenship process for Polish Americans, Canadians, etc., and turning to legal experts for support.

How can GWW help you?

As your Polish citizenship application lawyer, GWW will manage all aspects of your case, including:

Conducting archival research in Poland and abroad.
Organizing sworn translations of required documents.
Transcribing foreign birth, marriage, and death certificates into the Polish civil registry.
Preparing a complete application for Polish citizenship by descent.
Monitoring the entire administrative process and keeping you updated.
Assisting with your Polish passport application once citizenship is confirmed.

Why choose GWW?

Navigating the path to Polish ancestry citizenship can be complex – especially if family records are incomplete or spread across continents. At GWW, we combine legal precision with empathy, cultural understanding, and a deep commitment to positive outcomes.

We’ve successfully assisted many individuals seeking Polish citizenship from the USA, Canada, Israel, and other countries. Many of them had limited documentation or only a general understanding of their family history. We handled the rest – from verifying eligibility to completing the entire legal process.

You don’t need to have all the answers or documents – that’s our role. With GWW, you gain a trusted partner in reclaiming your Polish citizenship through ancestry.

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