Safe TRC – Avoid Middlemen and Legal Risks

What happens if you enter Poland holding a Temporary Residence Card (TRC) issued by another country, which has in fact already been revoked by the issuing authority — without your knowledge?

In such situations, intermediaries often assure clients that obtaining a Polish TRC will be straightforward. Their assessment is typically based solely on the expiry date printed on the card, without verifying its actual legal status. As a result, an application for a Polish TRC may indeed be submitted and formally processed.

However, the outcome is predictable: a negative decision. This means no residence card and an obligation to leave Poland within 30 days.

Who bears responsibility in such cases?

In practice, it is often the client who suffers the consequences—despite relying on individuals who present themselves as “experts” or “consultants,” but who lack formal legal qualifications and professional accountability. These intermediaries do not operate under the standards required of licensed legal professionals and typically do not assume responsibility for the advice they provide.

Importantly, as practice shows, fees paid to middlemen for such services are not refunded. Moreover, recent legal changes have eliminated the possibility of reclaiming official administrative fees in the event of a negative decision.

Conclusion:
When dealing with residence and immigration matters, seek assistance exclusively from qualified, practicing lawyers with formal legal education and professional credentials. Do not rely on online popularity or “likes,” which can be misleading and easily manipulated.

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