Assignment of PESEL number

Do you need a PESEL number in Poland? Laut offers a comprehensive service for obtaining a PESEL number for foreigners, providing support at every stage of the process. The PESEL number is a key identifier, essential for handling many formalities in Poland – from official and financial matters to access to healthcare or setting up a business.

Why do you need a PESEL number?

The PESEL number is a unique 11-digit identifier that serves as the basic population registration system in Poland. It is assigned under the Act of September 24, 2010, on Population Registration.

Since June 1, 2021, foreigners can also apply for a PESEL for tax purposes. Without a PESEL number, daily functioning in Poland is significantly hampered. It is required, among others, for:

• tax settlements with the tax office (tax identification for natural persons).

• entering into an employment contract or running your own business.

• using banking services, including opening a bank account.

• accessing public healthcare (NFZ).

• registration in offices (e.g., residence registration, tax office).

• purchasing real estate.

• obtaining a Trusted Profile, which enables handling official matters online.

How to obtain a PESEL number? Official procedures and Laut support

There are two main ways for foreigners to obtain a PESEL number:

1. Automatic PESEL assignment through registration:

   • If a foreigner registers their stay in Poland for more than 30 days, a PESEL number will be automatically assigned to them ex officio. This is the simplest method.

2. PESEL assignment upon request (without registration):

   • If a foreigner cannot register their stay, and an office requires a PESEL number from them (e.g., tax office, ZUS), they can submit an application for its assignment at any commune office.

   • The application must state the actual legal basis from which the obligation to have a PESEL number arises (e.g., for tax purposes). The office requiring the PESEL should indicate this legal basis.

Laut offers full support in both these processes, eliminating language and procedural barriers:

• conditions verification: We will determine whether you qualify for automatic PESEL assignment (through registration) or need to submit an application.

• document preparation: We will inform you about all required documents (e.g., valid identification document – passport), help you fill out forms, and determine the legal basis. An application for a PESEL number can be submitted in person or by a proxy.

• representation in the office: If you wish, based on a power of attorney, we can represent you before the commune office, submitting the application on your behalf.

• monitoring and communication: We will monitor the status of your application on an ongoing basis and inform you about its progress.

• PESEL number collection: After a positive review of the application, we will assist with the formalities related to collecting the notification of PESEL number assignment.

Cost and waiting time

The PESEL number assignment service is free of charge. When submitting an application, after completing all documents, the PESEL number is assigned immediately, and the office sends the applicant a notification of its assignment. The waiting time may depend on the workload of the specific commune office.

Why choose Laut?

• Certainty and compliance with the law: Our services are based on current Polish law, ensuring proper and legally compliant handling of your case.

• Time and stress savings: With our support, you will avoid procedural errors and complex formalities, which will significantly speed up and simplify the process.

• Personalized approach: We understand individual needs and circumstances, tailoring our actions to your situation.

Don’t waste time struggling with Polish bureaucracy on your own. Contact Laut today and get your PESEL number quickly and smoothly, in accordance with applicable regulations!