Cancellation of deportation in Poland

Q: How much time is there to file an appeal?

For decisions issued after April 7, 2023, the appeal must be submitted to the Commander of the Border Guard within 7 days through the authority that issued the decision. If your proceedings began before this date, the previous 14-day period applies.

Q: Can I stay in Poland during the appeal process?

After the 2023 reform, an appeal does not automatically suspend deportation. It is necessary to file a separate motion for suspension. We will help you prepare the documents correctly.

We help appeal a return (deportation) decision and stay legally in Poland. If the Polish authorities have issued you a return (deportation) decision, it means that you are required to leave Poland within the specified period. Such a decision may include a ban on re-entry for a period ranging from 6 months to 10 years. From the moment the decision takes effect, your visa, temporary residence permit, and work permit cease to be valid. However, you have the right to appeal this decision and seek the cancellation of the deportation.

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What is a return decision and why is it issued?

A return decision is an administrative act that obliges a foreigner to leave the territory of Poland. It replaced the former expulsion orders. The decision sets a deadline for voluntary departure — from 7 to 30 days, provided there is no risk of escape or threat to security. The authorities may also choose not to set a deadline and apply immediate expulsion if there are reasons to believe that the foreigner will evade execution of the decision or poses a threat to security or public order. At the same time, the foreigner has the right to submit an application for an extension of the voluntary departure period, which may be granted for up to one year.

The most common reasons for issuing a return decision:

Staying in Poland without a valid visa or residence permit;
Working without a permit or not complying with the declared purpose of stay;
Being listed as an undesirable person or in the SIS system;
Posing a threat to defense capability, security, or public order.

Certain categories of foreigners (persons with refugee status, humanitarian residence permits, spouses of Polish citizens, etc.) are not subject to the return procedure.

Who is this service for

Our service is intended for foreigners who have received a return decision and do not agree with it.

These may include:

Individuals who have exceeded the permitted period of stay or violated visa conditions;
Workers who were employed without the necessary permits;
Foreigners who face an entry ban to Poland;
People who consider the deportation decision unfounded or unlawful;
Foreigners who need assistance in lifting the entry ban after deportation.

Submit a request, and the specialists at MIGRANT EXPERT will provide a free consultation and answer all your questions.

How we help and what the law guarantees you

How we help:

Consultation and situation analysis

We will check the grounds of the decision, the deadlines, and the possibilities for appeal.

Preparation of the appeal

We help collect evidence, prepare the statement, and justify the reasons why the decision should be overturned.

Filing an appeal within a 7-day period

For cases initiated after April 7, 2023, an appeal to the Commander of the Border Guard must be filed within 7 days through the authority that issued the decision; for older cases, a 14-day period applies.

Application for suspension of execution

After the 2023 reform, filing an appeal no longer automatically suspends the decision’s effect. We will prepare a separate motion for suspension so that you can legally stay in Poland until the case review is completed.

Lifting the entry ban

If the return decision has already been executed, we help submit an application to lift the entry ban. The ban may be lifted if the foreigner has fulfilled the conditions of the decision, left within the specified period, or has humanitarian grounds. The ban is not lifted if there is a security threat or administrative expenses have not been paid.

We will work on your case until its successful completion.

We are fully confident in the effectiveness of our services and guarantee a successful result.

Your rights and opportunities:

Right to appeal

You have the right to appeal the return decision. For new cases, a 7-day period is established; for cases initiated before April 7, 2023 — 14 days.

Right to voluntary departure

The decision may set a period from 8 to 30 days for voluntary departure. During this time, you can legally leave Poland and avoid forced deportation.

Possibility to suspend execution

Filing a motion for suspension allows you to remain in Poland until the case review is completed, and we will help you do it.

Right to judicial protection

If the Commander of the Border Guard upholds the decision, you can file a complaint with the administrative court within 30 days.

Right to lift the entry ban

After leaving Poland, you can submit an application to lift the entry ban if you have fulfilled all the conditions of the decision or have humanitarian grounds.

We will work on your case until its successful completion.

We are fully confident in the effectiveness of our services and guarantee a successful result.

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Vitalico Balma

I was assisted by an excellent specialist, Elena. She provided detailed support and answered all my questions while I was waiting for my residence permit. I expected to receive a one-year permit but was granted one for three years. The processing time was also at the shorter end of the expected range — although that may depend less on the specialist, everything still turned out great. Their services were a pleasant surprise. I highly recommend them.

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Obtaining a temporary residence permit was a challenging and sometimes stressful process, but thanks to the knowledge, professionalism, and dedication of the Migrant Expert team — especially the lawyer Kamil — everything went smoothly in the end. I’m very happy. Today I received the decision, and I want to thank Migrant Expert most of all for that.

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Today I received my decision, and I want to thank Migrant Expert for it. Migrant Expert is a very good company. I highly recommend contacting them and submitting your application.

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Questions and answers

We have collected the most frequently asked questions and clear answers so you can easily find the information you need.

What is a return decision?

A return decision is an administrative document that obliges a foreigner to leave Poland. It specifies the period for voluntary departure (from 7 to 30 days) and may also include a ban on entry to Poland and the Schengen area for a period ranging from 6 months to 10 years.

How much time is there to file an appeal?

For decisions issued after April 7, 2023, the appeal must be submitted to the Commander of the Border Guard within 7 days through the authority that issued the decision. If your proceedings began before this date, the previous 14-day period applies.

What happens if the deadline is missed?

Failure to submit an appeal within the established period means that the decision becomes effective, and you may be deported. Only in exceptional cases can the missed deadline be restored, so it is important to act quickly.

Can I stay in Poland during the appeal process?

After the 2023 reform, an appeal does not automatically suspend deportation. It is necessary to file a separate motion for suspension. We will help you prepare the documents correctly.

What documents are needed for an appeal?

Usually required: a copy of the return decision, a passport, documents confirming your legal stay or employment, arguments proving the decision was incorrect (for example, confirmation of studies, employment contracts, medical certificates), and a power of attorney for your representative. We prepare a complete list in each individual case.

Can the entry ban be lifted?

Yes. The ban can be lifted if you fulfilled the obligation to leave Poland within the specified period, participated in the voluntary return program, or there are humanitarian reasons (family circumstances, medical treatment, etc.). The ban is not lifted if you pose a security threat, have not paid the deportation expenses, or if half of the imposed period has not yet passed.

How long does the appeal process take?

The time frame depends on the workload of the authorities. The Commander of the Border Guard must consider the case without undue delay, and after receiving a negative decision, you have 30 days to file a complaint with the administrative court.

What to do if the decision has already come into force?

In this case, you are obliged to leave Poland. After departure, we can help you submit an application to lift the entry ban or choose another legalization option (for example, a humanitarian one or a residence permit in another country).

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Cancellation of deportation in Poland

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What is a return decision and why is it issued?

Who is this service for

How we help and what the law guarantees you

How we help:​​

Consultation and situation analysis

Preparation of the appeal

Filing an appeal within a 7-day period

Application for suspension of execution

Lifting the entry ban

Your rights and opportunities:

Right to appeal

Right to voluntary departure

Possibility to suspend execution

Right to judicial protection

Right to lift the entry ban

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