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Poland sets 17 April shutdown of legacy MOS portal ahead of fully digital residence-permit rollout
LOT marks decade of Warsaw–Cluj flights, underlining Poland–Romania business corridor
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Poland sets 27 April go-live for nationwide MOS e-residence-permit portal
Poland will switch to an all-digital residence-permit process on 27 April 2026. From that date, foreigners must file temporary, permanent and EU long-term-resident applications exclusively through the new MOS portal, ending paper submissions. The change promises faster processing and greater transparency but requires employers and assignees to prepare electronic documentation and e-ID credentials.
Warsaw introduces video-verification tool for e-Konsulat visa appointments in Algeria
The Polish Embassy in Algiers has begun using live video verification inside the e-Konsulat system to confirm applicants’ identities before releasing national-visa appointment slots. Introduced on 13 April 2026, the paid service shortens queues, curbs appointment scalping and could be expanded to other consulates if the pilot succeeds.
Poland joins peers in granting visa-overstay waivers amid Middle-East repatriation crunch
Following widespread flight cancellations in the Gulf, Poland will automatically waive fines for travellers who overstay Polish visas because they cannot leave the Middle East. A 24/7 helpline and the Odyseusz registration platform have been activated to coordinate repatriation flights and provide documentation for later re-entry.
Polish and Slovak police deepen cross-border cooperation under Interreg 2021-27 project
A workshop held under the Interreg Poland–Slovakia programme has mapped out new joint trainings and patrol protocols for border police units. Reported on 13 April 2026, the cooperation aims to speed responses to irregular crossings and enhance safety on the busy southern freight corridor.