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Polish Passport by Heritage

Fixed-price citizenship confirmation + passport support. Free eligibility review in up to 3 working days.

If you have Polish ancestry, we’ll confirm whether you qualify, then handle the legal steps end-to-end once your package is approved.
You won’t pay until your documents are reviewed and the correct package is confirmed.

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Fixed pricing, zero surprises
Most people don’t fail because they’re ineligible. They fail because the evidence chain is incomplete, the civil records don’t match, or steps happen in the wrong order. Our process is built to prevent that: we review your documents first, confirm the correct package, then handle the legal work through to passport readiness.
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Free case review
Document eligibility check in up to 3 working days.
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You pay after approval
Package confirmed first. Payment comes second.
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Full legal handling
Filing, follow-ups, and authority communication handled for you.
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Covered if required
Sworn translations + apostilles included inside your package if needed.
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Passport support included
You attend your in-person appointment. We guide the full prep.
How it works
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Apply and upload documents
Submit your application and upload what you already have. Birth and marriage certificates, passports/IDs, name-change records, and anything linking you to your Polish ancestor. You don’t need to “guess” your package. We confirm it after review.
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Eligibility confirmed, package assigned
Within up to 3 working days, you’ll receive: - a clear plan of attack - risk notes (what could block the case) - confirmation of the exact fixed-price package that applies Only after that do you receive payment instructions.
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Civil records aligned
If your case requires Polish civil record transcription (birth and/or marriage), we handle it so your records are consistent for the citizenship and passport stages. Important: original civil certificates submitted for transcription are kept in Polish archives and won’t be returned.
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Citizenship confirmed, passport prepared
We prepare and submit the citizenship confirmation application, then manage the process through decision. Once confirmed, we guide you through passport readiness and prep for your in-person appointment. If you apply via a consulate, your passport is collected there.
A simple, controlled workflow
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Apply + upload
5 minutes
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Review + package confirmation
up to 3 working days
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Legal filing + registrations
~6 months
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Decision + passport readiness
1-2 months

Program Packages

Citizenship confirmation + passport support

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Monthly
Upfront
Tier 1: Document-Ready
Citizenship & Passport
For complete documents. We file citizenship and guide the passport step.
from$1695
  • Eligibility review & Risk Assessment: We confirm you qualify and identify potential blockers before you pay. (up to 3 working days)
  • Citizenship Confirmation Filing: Complete preparation and submission of the citizenship application to the Voivodeship office.
  • Legal Representation: We act as your proxy in Poland, handling all government correspondence and objections.
  • Includes Sworn Translation (1 document) + Apostille (1 document) if required by the authorities.
  • Passport Readiness: Once citizenship is confirmed, we guide you through the passport application (biometrics and appointment booking).
Tier 2: One Registration
Additional Legal Services
For cases needing 1 Polish registration before filing and passport prep.
from$2395
  • Everything in Tier 1
  • Civil Record Transcription (1 Record): We process the official transcription of one foreign vital record (Birth OR Marriage) into the Polish State Registry.
  • Data Consistency Check: We analyze your foreign record against Polish requirements to ensure name spellings and dates align (crucial for passport issuance).
  • Includes Sworn Translations (up to 2) + Apostille (up to 1)
Tier 3: Two Registrations
Civil Record Support
For cases needing 2 Polish registrations plus deeper record alignment.
from$3395
  • Everything in Tier 1
  • Civil Record Transcription (2 Records): We process the transcription of two foreign vital records (Birth AND Marriage) to fully bridge the gap to your ancestor.
  • Complex Lineage Alignment: Detailed legal analysis to link Anglicized names/dates on foreign documents to original Polish records.
  • Priority Handling: Proactive monitoring of the transcription process to minimize delays between citizenship confirmation and passport application.
  • Includes Sworn Translations (up to 4) + Apostilles (up to 2)

No payment until your documents are reviewed and the exact package is confirmed.

Important: originals used for Polish record transcription are retained in archives, and passport appointments are in-person. See FAQ

Additional Legal Services

Most clients only need a package from the above pricing section. If your review shows you need any of the services below, we’ll confirm before payment. All prices are USD and tax-inclusive.

Monthly
Upfront
Archive Search
Document Retrieval
Used when key Polish records are missing.
from$1395
  • Deep Archive Penetration: We don't just check online indexes. We physically contact and search relevant State Archives, parish registries, and civil offices.
  • Certified Evidence: Includes the cost of obtaining certified copies of the found documents (required for citizenship applications).
  • "Negative Search" Report: If records are destroyed/missing, we provide an official "Certificate of Non-Existence" from the archive, which is often required to pursue alternative legal paths.
  • Strategy Pivot Plan
Divorce Recognition
Court Recognition
Needed only when divorce status affects Polish civil records or the evidence chain.
from$995
  • Administrative Filing: For divorces eligible for simplified administrative recognition.
  • Includes Sworn Translation: We cover the translation of the foreign divorce decree (up to 5 pages).
  • Judicial (Pre-2009 / Non-EU) Price: $2,795 (Consensual) – $4,895 (Complex)
  • Full Legal Representation: You do not need to fly to Poland. Our attorneys represent you in the Polish Regional Court.
  • Witness & Evidence Handling: We manage the collection of required testimony (or waivers) to prove the divorce is final.
  • Judgment Registration: Once the court rules, we register the ruling with the Civil Office so your marriage status is legally "Divorced" in Poland.
  • Fixed-Fee Litigation
Birth Registration
Civil Record Transcription
Transcription of a foreign birth certificate.
from$995
  • Identity Foundation (PESEL): This is the mandatory first step to obtain your Polish birth certificate, which is the only document that triggers the generation of your PESEL (National ID) number.
  • Parental Data Harmonization: We meticulously align the spelling of your parents’ names (including critical details like the mother’s maiden name) to ensure your Polish identity perfectly matches the family lineage.
  • Foreign Spelling Protection: We file the necessary protocols to ensure your foreign name (e.g., "Matthew") is preserved as-is, rather than being forced into a Polish equivalent (e.g., "Mateusz") against your will.
  • Includes Sworn Translation & Apostille Handling
Marriage Registration
Civil Record Transcription
Transcription of a foreign marriage certificate into Polish civil records.
from$995
  • Legal Name Change Confirmation: Crucial for applicants who changed their surname after marriage. Poland will not issue a passport in your married name until this registration is legally processed in Warsaw.
  • Spousal & Lineage Rights: Formally registers your spouse in the Polish system, which is vital for "legitimizing" children born during the marriage and simplifying their future citizenship claims.
  • Status Update: Updates your official civil status in the PESEL database from "Single" to "Married," preventing administrative conflicts during future passport renewals or legal proceedings.
  • Includes Sworn Translation & Apostille Handling
Sworn Translation
Translation Service
Per-document sworn translation for documents.
from$95
  • For documents that must be filed in Polish
  • Covers sworn translator cost per document
  • Used when a package allowance is exceeded or for standalone needs
  • Fixed per-document pricing
  • Turnaround confirmed case-by-case
Apostille in Poland
Apostille Handling
Per-document apostille handling in Poland.
from$195
  • Apostille/legalisation handling when required for acceptance
  • Fixed per-document pricing
  • Used when a package allowance is exceeded or for standalone needs
  • Scope confirmed before work begins
  • Included inside Group 1 packages if required (within allowance)

Family applications get 25% off each additional package after eligibility is confirmed.

Want to see real examples of how cases play out? View sample outcomes in the FAQ
Timeline expectations

Your timeline depends on document completeness and whether Polish civil record transcription is needed.

  • Free review: up to 3 working days
  • Birth/marriage transcription (if required): typically about 3 weeks (registrar has up to 30 days)
  • Citizenship confirmation: typically 3–24 months
  • Polish passport step: often 1–2 months after you submit your passport application (varies by consulate and appointment availability)

Important: the passport appointment, biometrics, and pickup are completed in person by the client.

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Start with the free review

If you’re not sure which documents matter, don’t guess. Apply once, upload what you have, and we’ll confirm: - whether your case meets the official minimums - what’s missing (if anything) - the exact fixed-price package that applies

Not usually. Most applicants handle the passport step through their local consulate. Visa-free applicants may choose Poland-based collection if it fits their plans.

No. No one can guarantee a citizenship confirmation decision. What we can guarantee is correct filing, correct sequencing, and a clear risk assessment before you pay.

A PESEL is used in Polish administrative systems and can be assigned automatically during the passport/ID process when required.

We handle the prep and instructions. The appointment, biometrics, and pickup are done in person by the client.

After your documents are reviewed and your package is confirmed.

Polish passport by heritage: common questions

These are examples to show how the workflow changes depending on your documents. Your exact steps are confirmed during the free review.

  • Example A (Document-Ready): Applicant has clear proof of Polish ancestry and supporting documents. We file the citizenship confirmation application, manage communication, then guide passport readiness and appointment prep.
  • Example B (One Registration Needed): Applicant has ancestry proof but needs one Polish civil record transcription first (birth or marriage). We complete transcription, then file citizenship confirmation, then guide the passport step.
  • Example C (Two Registrations + Alignment): Applicant needs both birth and marriage transcription and record alignment (name/date differences). We complete transcription and alignment, then file citizenship confirmation, then guide the passport step.

If your evidence chain is missing key records, or your marital history affects civil record consistency, we’ll flag it during review. You’ll be told exactly what is needed, why, and what it will cost before any payment. If multiple routes exist, you choose the option that fits your timeline and budget.

It’s the formal process used when you don’t currently have a valid Polish passport or ID card that proves citizenship, but you believe you are already a citizen through ancestry.

 

Applications and supporting documents generally need to be filed in Polish, and foreign documents often require sworn translation.

In many cases, yes, depending on where you apply. The submission route depends on whether you’re applying inside Poland or via a consulate abroad.

Often, yes, especially for passport readiness and civil record consistency. Transcription is a common prerequisite step.

Because Polish records must match your identity details and lineage chain for the citizenship and passport steps to work cleanly.

No. Originals submitted for transcription are retained in Polish archives.

If key documents are missing, an archive search may be required. We’ll confirm that before you pay.

 

The legal decision timeframe can be up to 6 months once the case is in process, but real timelines vary with complexity and evidence.

In Poland, it’s commonly about a month. Via a consulate, you’ll get a predicted collection date from that consulate.

No. Appointment booking is handled by the applicant through the relevant consulate system. What we do is make sure you go in with the right documents, the right order of steps, and a clear checklist so you don’t lose time to preventable mistakes.

You can still complete the passport step through your local consulate. If Poland travel is not practical, the consulate route is the default.

 

A PESEL can be assigned automatically during the passport/ID process when required.

 

Then you use it. If any personal data in records needs alignment (name changes, spelling, etc.), we’ll guide the correction sequence.

Our packages are designed to include the legal work and the listed allowances. Passport issuance fees are paid directly to the passport office/consulate and vary by location.

After review, each additional family member gets 25% off the chosen package (when the cases can be bundled under the same evidence chain).

No. The price is confirmed after review and stays fixed unless a different scenario is agreed at the beginning (you’ll be told upfront).

English Wizards supports multiple payment methods including card and other options listed on our payment page.

If your case requires Polish civil record transcription (birth and/or marriage registration), the original certificate must be submitted and it won’t be returned. The document is retained in the Registrar’s Office Archives as part of the official record.

If you may need the document again for another country or process, we recommend you request additional originals or official duplicates from the issuing authority before sending anything.

For transcription, you should assume original documents are required. If you can’t obtain an original, submit what you have during the free review and we’ll tell you the safest next step. In many cases, the practical solution is ordering a new official duplicate from the country where the record was issued.

Yes. Passport applications require an in-person appointment. This is where biometrics are taken and identity is confirmed. We guide the prep and the sequence, but the client attends the appointment in person.

  • Appointment: booked by the client (the consulate usually instructs you directly)
  • Biometrics: completed in person
  • Pickup/collection: completed in person (rules vary by location)

If you have non-visa-free status, we ensure the passport is delivered to the correct consulate. You then arrange your own appointment and collection.

Clients Reviews
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Maya R.
Product designer

“I needed a clear pathway and someone who’d tell me what’s realistic. The setup was structured, the steps were clear, and I stopped second‑guessing every admin task.”

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Daniel K.
Software engineer

“The biggest win was clarity: which structure to use, what the limitations are, and what paperwork mattered. The platform resources saved me weeks.”

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Sara M.
Content creator

“I wanted Poland as a base but didn’t want to fight bureaucracy alone. The onboarding was organized, and the expectations around timelines and documents were straightforward.”

Contact info

If you have questions about visas, permits, or choosing the right pathway, reach out and our team will guide you. We support foreigners navigating Poland’s systems and can help you understand your next steps. Whether you’re planning your move or already in Poland, we’re here to provide clear answers and point you in the right direction.