Offices that issue PESEL numbers to non-residents in Poland

Some take bookings, some use queue tickets, many ask you to phone first

The request goes to the residents’ register desk of a commune or city office. At the desk you may have to quote the law that requires a PESEL, and whether a representative can go in your place depends on the office.

3 offices in Wrocław
  • Wrocław

    Centrum Obsługi Mieszkańca II

    pl. Nowy Targ 1–8, 50-141 Wrocław

    You apply on paper, so phone ahead to ask which window handles PESEL requests.

    Prepare the personally signed paper request, the actual legal provision requiring PESEL (Polish national identification number) and valid identity/citizenship evidence. Bring supporting personal-data documents and any legally permitted representation documents; the city accepts an original or officially certified power of attorney where applicable. Issuance is free. Complete eligible requests are handled without delay, which does not mean that missing documents or eligibility checks are waived. The service is not an electronic PESEL application. Housing papers for address registration and photos for Polish ID applications belong to other sections of the combined page.

  • Wrocław

    Centrum Obsługi Mieszkańca IV

    al. M. Kromera 44, 51-163 Wrocław

    Older lists still show the Zapolskiej branch, but it is closed for register matters until further notice.

    Prepare the personally signed paper request, the actual legal provision requiring PESEL (Polish national identification number) and valid identity/citizenship evidence. Bring supporting personal-data documents and any legally permitted representation documents; the city accepts an original or officially certified power of attorney where applicable. Issuance is free. Complete eligible requests are handled without delay, which does not mean that missing documents or eligibility checks are waived. The service is not an electronic PESEL application. Housing papers for address registration and photos for Polish ID applications belong to other sections of the combined page.

  • Wrocław

    Centrum Obsługi Mieszkańca VI — Magnolia Park

    ul. Legnicka 58, 54-204 Wrocław

    Unlike the other branches, it is also open on Saturdays, so phone first before you travel.

    Prepare the personally signed paper request, the actual legal provision requiring PESEL (Polish national identification number) and valid identity/citizenship evidence. Bring supporting personal-data documents and any legally permitted representation documents; the city accepts an original or officially certified power of attorney where applicable. Issuance is free. Complete eligible requests are handled without delay, which does not mean that missing documents or eligibility checks are waived. The service is not an electronic PESEL application. Housing papers for address registration and photos for Polish ID applications belong to other sections of the combined page.

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