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A child was born in Poland

Birth registration does not automatically determine citizenship or residence status.

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Last verified: 2026-08-25

Practical route

What you need to do

Competent authority

Where to apply

Civil Registry Office (USC)

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Information or coordination module.

How to apply

  • Birth registration
    online, in person

Documents

Usually needed

  • Child's document, if available
    Check the official translation requirement for this document.
    Check whether an apostille or legalisation is required for the issuing country.

Fees and payment

  • Birth certificate
    No official fee is listed for this route.

Important

Deadlines and processing

  • Birth of the child — Under the current official USC procedure

What happens next

Result: The next safe step for the family.

After completion: Keep confirmation.

Understand this route

Birth registration does not automatically determine citizenship or residence status.

What to do

1. Register the birth through the competent Civil Registry Office using the current official procedure. Prepare the information that office requests for registration.
2. A birth certificate records the event; it does not automatically determine citizenship or residence basis.
3. After registration, check PESEL, the child's document and the status route separately.

Official sources

Check the official source before filing: individual facts can change the route.