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Current Information as of October 6, 2025

Waiting Times for Karta Pobytu in Wrocław

In 2025, the process of obtaining a karta pobytu (residence card) in Wrocław has significantly accelerated. The Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki has undergone internal reorganization and implemented digital solutions, greatly improving the efficiency of handling foreigners’ cases. It can be confidently stated that Wrocław currently offers the shortest processing times for karta pobytu in recent years.

Waiting Time for Personal Submission of Documents

The current waiting time for a personal appointment to submit an application is 2 to 3 months.

This duration may vary slightly depending on the city of submission:

• Wrocław: approximately 3 months,
• Wałbrzych / Legnica / Jelenia Góra: up to 2 months.

We recommend planning your submission in advance and not delaying registration, as the number of available appointments is limited, especially during peak periods (spring and fall).

Processing Time and Decision Issuance

After the personal submission and registration of the case, an inspector begins reviewing it.

The average time for issuing a decision (decyzja) in Wrocław is currently 1 to 4 months.

The duration of the process depends on:

• The category of the case (work, study, family, business),
• The completeness of the submitted document package,
• The workload of the department and the number of active inspectors,
• The accuracy of the provided information and the applicant’s responsiveness to the Office’s requests.

When a complete and correctly prepared set of documents is submitted, many applicants receive a decision within 1–2 months, which is an excellent result compared to previous years.

How Long to Wait for the Plastic Card After the Decision?

From the moment a positive decision is received, the average waiting time for the physical karta pobytu in Wrocław is approximately 2 months.

Previously, this stage took 3–4 months, but thanks to the modernization of administrative processes and improvements in the document printing system, the time has been significantly reduced.

In practice:

• Applicants who received a decision in August are already receiving SMS notifications about the card’s readiness in October;
• Delays are rare and typically do not exceed 8–9 weeks.

What to Do After Receiving the SMS?

When you receive the notification “Karta pobytu jest gotowa do odbioru” (Your residence card is ready for pickup), you should book an appointment for collection as soon as possible through the online system of the Dolnośląski Urząd Wojewódzki.

Our blog has previously covered how to reserve a pickup appointment for the plastic card.

Our recommendations:

• Book your visit in advance—don’t wait for the SMS if you know the card is in the final stage;
• Not booking in advance often means having to wait in a walk-in queue;
• Receiving the SMS does not exempt you from booking an appointment online.

Can the Processing or Issuance of the Card Be Expedited?

Yes, but only with valid reasons.

A request for expedited processing may be considered if:

• All documents are already included in the case,
• The situation requires urgent resolution (e.g., business trip, medical procedure, family circumstances),
• There are no errors or missing information.

In some cases, it may also be possible to expedite the printing of the plastic card if there are confirmed grounds and an official request.

ONE PLUS lawyers have practical experience in successfully handling such cases and can help determine if you have realistic chances for expedited processing.

What Are the Waiting Times for Karta Pobytu?

As of October 2025, the waiting times for obtaining a karta pobytu in Wrocław are as follows:

Thus, the entire process of obtaining a karta pobytu in Wrocław takes an average of 5–8 months, which is a record-breaking short time compared to previous years.

Now is the most favorable time to submit an application.

The Office operates stably, queues are shrinking, and the efficiency of case processing is at its highest level.

If you want to avoid mistakes, expedite the process, and obtain your karta pobytu as quickly as possible, schedule a consultation with ONE PLUS.

Our lawyers will prepare your document package, submit the application, and guide you through the process until you receive the plastic card.