Why is it important to update data in the PESEL register by the end of summer? <\/p>\n
Ukrainians in Poland who received a PESEL number with UKR status without presenting a passport must confirm their identity by August 31, 2026. Otherwise, there is a risk of losing the right to stay and work.<\/p>\n
This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing a statement from the Commissioner of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets.<\/p>\n
Also read:<\/strong> Labor market in Poland: where it is now easier for Ukrainians to find work, and where there is a risk of dismissal<\/p>\n Main points:<\/strong><\/p>\n According to him, this requirement is stipulated by Polish legislation and applies to those for whom UKR status was granted based on an application, without document verification.<\/strong><\/p>\n What needs to be done<\/p>\n To maintain their status, Ukrainians must personally visit the gmina or city office and present a valid passport<\/strong>. After that, the authorities will update the data in the PESEL register on their own.<\/p>\n The procedure is mandatory and does not require additional applications or complicated paperwork.<\/p>\n If identity is not confirmed by the deadline, it can have serious consequences. In particular, a person risks losing UKR status<\/strong>, their data may be changed in the register<\/strong>, and along with it, the legal basis for staying and working in Poland will disappear<\/strong>.<\/p>\n What else to pay attention to<\/p>\n Ukrainians are also advised to check if all their personal data in the register is current. This is important if the passport, surname, or other information has changed.<\/p>\n This issue requires special attention for those planning to apply for a CUKR residence card. Outdated data<\/strong> can create problems both during the application process and while it is being reviewed – for both adults and children.<\/p>\n In case of rights violations, Ukrainians can contact the Ombudsman\u2019s Office<\/strong>:<\/p>\n The Commissioner urges not to delay the procedure<\/strong>, as it affects status and access to basic services in Poland.<\/p>\n Recall that Poland will allow Ukrainian refugees to remain in the country until March 2027. A transitional period is provided during which basic rights and payments will be maintained, after which new rules for foreigners will come into effect.<\/p>\n RBC-Ukraine has also reported on new rules for Ukrainians in Poland starting March 2026. These changes in the law regulate the residence, work, and social protection of refugees: a new CUKR residence card for 3 years will be introduced, the rules for obtaining and confirming PESEL UKR status will be clarified, and access to healthcare will be partially transferred to an insurance basis.<\/p>\n Source: rbc.ua +rel=\u201dnofollow\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Why is it important to update data in the PESEL register by the end of summer? Ukrainians in Poland who received a PESEL number with UKR status without presenting a passport must confirm their identity by August 31, 2026. Otherwise, there is a risk of losing the right to stay and work. Source: rbc.ua +rel=\u201dnofollow\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":68358,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"magazine_newspaper_sidebar_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[65],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-68616","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-society-en"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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