Warszawa
Przeprowadzka
/Relocating to Warsaw
Navigating the transition to Poland's capital requires more than just logistics. I coordinate every step so you can settle in with clarity and confidence.
A typical timeline
01
3–6 months before
School shortlist, district research, visa and permit planning.
02
6–10 weeks before
Property search, movers, pet paperwork, temporary accommodation.
03
Arrival week
Handover, utilities, internet, first shopping, orientation walk.
04
First month
PESEL, address registration, banking, healthcare, school start.
05
First three months
Driving licence, clubs, language lessons, tax and residency status.
Services
Immigration
Residence permit and visas
Guidance through temporary residence, work permits and family reunification applications.
- Who needs it:
- Non-EU nationals and their families.
- When:
- Before arrival, or within the first weeks.
- Handled by:
- Immigration law partner — introduced on request.
Administration
PESEL and address registration
Obtaining a PESEL number and registering your address, the keys to most Polish services.
- Who needs it:
- Everyone staying longer than a few months.
- When:
- First two weeks after arrival.
- Handled by:
- Relocation coordinator.
Banking setup
Opening a Polish account with English-language service and cards for the whole family.
- Who needs it:
- All new residents.
- When:
- First month.
- Handled by:
- Relationship managers at expat-friendly banks.
Legal support
Legal advice
Contract review for leases and purchases, employment matters and family law.
- Who needs it:
- Anyone signing a Polish contract.
- When:
- Before signing anything.
- Handled by:
- Bilingual law firm.
Tax support
Tax advisory
Residency status, double-taxation treaties and annual filing.
- Who needs it:
- Employees, founders and property owners.
- When:
- Before your first Polish payroll or purchase.
- Handled by:
- International tax advisor.
School search
School and preschool search
Shortlisting schools, arranging visits, preparing applications and managing deadlines.
- Who needs it:
- Families with children.
- When:
- 3–9 months before the school year.
- Handled by:
- Handled personally by Elwira.
Property search
Property search
Curated rental or purchase search matched to district, school and commute.
- Who needs it:
- Every relocating household.
- When:
- 6–10 weeks before your move for rentals.
- Handled by:
- Lions Estate Expat Department.
Temporary housing
Temporary accommodation
Serviced apartments and short-term rentals for the first weeks.
- Who needs it:
- Anyone arriving before their home is ready.
- When:
- As soon as your arrival date is set.
- Handled by:
- Serviced apartment operators.
Utilities
Utilities and internet
Transferring or opening electricity, gas, water, waste and internet contracts.
- Who needs it:
- All tenants and owners.
- When:
- At handover.
- Handled by:
- Relocation coordinator.
Furnishing
Furnishing and interior design
From a full furniture package to a considered interior scheme and styling.
- Who needs it:
- Unfurnished rentals and new purchases.
- When:
- 4–8 weeks before move-in.
- Handled by:
- Interior designers and staging partners.
Renovation
Renovation management
Contractor selection, budgeting and supervision for purchased homes.
- Who needs it:
- Buyers of older apartments and houses.
- When:
- Immediately after purchase.
- Handled by:
- Vetted contractors.
Moving
Moving and shipping
International movers, customs paperwork, storage and unpacking.
- Who needs it:
- Households shipping belongings.
- When:
- 6–10 weeks before the move.
- Handled by:
- International moving companies.
Healthcare
Healthcare and insurance
Private medical subscriptions, English-speaking GPs, paediatricians and dentists.
- Who needs it:
- All family members.
- When:
- First month.
- Handled by:
- Private healthcare networks.
Pet relocation
Pet relocation
Documents, microchipping, vaccinations, transport and local vets.
- Who needs it:
- Households moving with animals.
- When:
- At least 3 months ahead for some countries.
- Handled by:
- Pet relocation specialists.
Childcare
Nannies and childcare
Finding vetted, often multilingual, nannies and after-school care.
- Who needs it:
- Families with young children.
- When:
- After housing is confirmed.
- Handled by:
- Childcare agencies.
Cleaning
Cleaning and housekeeping
Regular housekeeping, deep cleans and end-of-tenancy cleaning.
- Who needs it:
- Most households.
- When:
- After move-in.
- Handled by:
- Trusted local providers.
Lifestyle setup
Lifestyle setup
Sports clubs, language lessons, driving licence exchange, car leasing and airport transfers.
- Who needs it:
- Anyone settling in for the long term.
- When:
- First three months.
- Handled by:
- Curated local network.
Tell me where you are in the process
Some people need everything. Others need one difficult thing solved. Both are fine.