A residence card for international drivers is a document authorizing a foreigner to stay and work in Poland for a specified period of time. It is issued by the provincial governor at the request of a foreigner who intends to work as an international driver.
Conditions for issuing a residence card.
To obtain a residence card for international drivers, a foreigner must meet the following conditions:
– have valid health insurance for the period of stay in Poland,
– Have a valid work permit in Poland,
– Have appropriate professional qualifications for work as an international driver,
– have a current medical and psychological examination,
– not pose a threat to public safety or public order.
Required documents
The following documents must be attached to the application for a residence card for international drivers:
– application for a residence card,
– a copy of a valid passport or other travel document,
– a copy of a valid visa or temporary residence permit,
– a copy of a valid work permit,
– a copy of a document confirming professional qualifications for work as an international driver,
– copy of current medical and psychological examinations,
– confirmation of health insurance for the period of stay in Poland,
– a statement of no criminal record.
Issuance of a residence card
An application for a residence card for international drivers should be submitted to the Provincial Office in charge of the foreigner’s place of residence in Poland. The application should be submitted in person or by proxy.
The application for a residence card is processed within 30 days of its submission.
Validity period of the residence card
The residence card for international drivers is valid for a period of 1 year. The residence card can be renewed for another 3 years, and then for another 5 years.
Actions after obtaining a residence card
After obtaining a residence card, a foreigner is required to register with the municipality responsible for the place of residence.
Foreigners who have obtained a residence card for international drivers are entitled to:
– perform work as an international driver in Poland,
– stay in Poland for the period specified in the residence card,
– benefit from health care under the rules set forth in the regulations on coordination of social security systems.
Summary
Residence card for international drivers is a document that allows foreigners to perform work as an international driver in Poland. To obtain a residence card, a foreigner must meet certain conditions and submit an application to the Provincial Office.
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