How to Obtain a Polish Criminal Record Check (Criminal Record Certificate in Poland)
If you need a criminal record check in Poland – for work, immigration, residence, or any other official purpose – you may be wondering how to navigate the Polish legal system from abroad. As a licensed attorney based in Poland, I offer assistance in obtaining a criminal record certificate from the Polish National Criminal Register (Krajowy Rejestr Karny), as well as Apostille services and certified translations into English.
What Are the Costs of Polish Criminal Record Check?
Here’s a breakdown of the fees and official charges related to obtaining a Polish criminal record certificate:
My Fees in standard cases (to be confirmed for each case individually)
- €280 +VAT – for the legal assistance with criminal record check
- €100 + VAT – for the legal assistance with Apostille procedure (if required)
Official Costs in Poland
These are the estimated government fees (converted to USD for your convenience):
Criminal Record Check (from one register – usually Criminal Record only):
- PLN 30.00 (~USD 8.07) – official fee for the criminal record certificate
- PLN 17.00 (~USD 4.57) – stamp duty for representation by an attorney
Apostille Procedure (if applicable):
- PLN 60.00 (~USD 16.14) – stamp duty for Apostille
- PLN 17.00 (~USD 4.57) – stamp duty for legal representation
Please note that these numbers and may vary depending on exchange rates as well as may change overtime.
I take care of all payments and filings on your behalf, so you don’t need to worry about handling these formalities from abroad.
What Is a Polish Criminal Record Check?
A Polish criminal check is an official certificate issued by the Ministry of Justice, confirming whether a person has a criminal record in Poland. This document is commonly required by employers, universities, government institutions, or visa authorities.
Who Can Request a Criminal Record Certificate in Poland?
The standard process for obtaining a criminal record check from the Polish National Criminal Register includes:
- Authorization – You sign a power of attorney allowing me to act on your behalf.
- Application Submission – I submit the request to the Ministry of Justice.
- Document Collection – I receive the certificate on your behalf.
- Apostille (if required) – I arrange the legalization of the document.
- Sworn Translation – I work with licensed translators to prepare an English version.
How Long Does It Take To Request a Criminal Check in Poland?
Typically, the entire process takes about 3 business days. Where an apostille is required, it usually takes additional 2-4 weeeks.
Why Use Legal Assistance?
While it’s possible to apply for a Polish criminal record check on your own. You may read more about it here. Doing so from abroad can be challenging due to:
- Lack of knowledge about Polish administrative procedures
- Language barriers
- Limited access to Polish e-government systems
By working with a Polish attorney, you ensure that the process is smooth, fast, and legally compliant.
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If you searched for one of these – you’re in the right place.
Contact Me For Legal Advice in Poland
This article does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a basis for making specific decisions. Need legal assistance? Contact me!
If you need a criminal record certificate from Poland, with or without Apostille and translation, feel free to contact my law office. I’ll handle the formalities, so you don’t have to.
Write to me at: pawel.mazur@pjmazur.pl, call +48 572 279 379 or use the contact form.
Want to learn more? Schedule a free consultation now!
Paweł J. Mazur
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