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Obtaining the certificate
300 PLN ≈ 230 BYN
Request to the KRK register and a paper certificate.
KRK certificate
Polish criminal record certificate no travel needed
- 5–7 working days
- Certificate: 300 PLN ≈ 230 BYN
- A form instead of a trip
What it is
What a KRK certificate is and who needs it
A KRK certificate shows whether a person has a criminal record in Poland. In Polish it is called a zaświadczenie z Krajowego Rejestru Karnego. It is issued by the KRK Information Office in Warsaw or any of the register’s information points.
It is requested from people who have lived, worked or studied in Poland: for a job, a residence permit, citizenship and other procedures.
A representative can apply to the KRK on your behalf, so you do not have to go in person. We do it for you: we send you a form, use it to complete the request and obtain the certificate.
How recent the certificate must be, and whether you need an apostille and a translation, is up to the authority you submit it to. Check with them in advance or ask us.
Messenger chats
How we obtain the certificate — in real client chats
Real conversations, from the questionnaire to the finished certificate with an apostille. Client names and numbers are hidden. Tap a screenshot to enlarge it.
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The chats relate to specific orders. We agree the terms of your order separately.
What to order
What to order for Poland, Belarus or Europe
For Poland, the certificate on its own is usually enough. Belarus needs a notarised translation; other European countries need an apostille and a sworn translation.
| Where you submit it | What you usually need | More |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | Just the certificate: it is a Polish document. An apostille is needed if the document is used abroad. | — |
| Belarus | The certificate plus a notarised Russian translation. | Polish certificate for Belarus |
| Germany, Spain and other European countries | The certificate, a Polish apostille and a sworn translation. | Sworn translation |
| A country outside the Hague Convention | Consular legalisation instead of an apostille. | Consular legalisation |
This is a guide. The final requirements are set by the authority you submit the certificate to.
Does a KRK certificate need an apostille?
Only if the Polish certificate is used outside Poland, in a Hague Convention country. In our experience, Europe usually also requires a sworn translation, as a notarised one is often not accepted there. So ask your recipient exactly what they need first. That way you won’t pay for anything extra. — Nadezhda, Office Manager
Form
What to check in the form for the KRK request
Check four points against your passport: they decide whether the certificate will be accepted.
Name and surname
In Latin letters, exactly as in your passport, letter for letter.
Date of birth
Check it against your passport: day, month and year.
Purpose of the certificate
Work, residence permit, citizenship or something else. The purpose is stated in the request.
Country of submission
This lets us tell you straight away whether you will need an apostille and a sworn translation.
Where to collect it in Belarus
At any of our seven offices or by post. In Minsk: 12B Makayonka Street, office 589A, room 1. Our other offices are in Brest, Grodno, Mogilev, Pinsk, Lida and Gomel. All are open Mon–Fri 9:00–18:00.
Prices
KRK certificate, apostille, translation: prices
The certificate costs 300 PLN, an apostille 300 PLN and a sworn translation 290 PLN. Order the apostille and translation only if your recipient requires them.
Apostille
Polish apostille
300 PLN ≈ 230 BYN
Polish apostille on the certificate for use in another Hague Convention country.
Sworn translator
Sworn translation
290 PLN ≈ 220 BYN
Translation by a sworn translator in Poland into the European language you need.
BYN amounts are a guide based on the National Bank of Belarus rate on 27 October 2026. The final amount is confirmed when we calculate your order. Postage costs are on the Delivery page.
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How to order
Six steps to your certificate
You message us and fill in the form; we do the rest.
- 1
Message us
On Telegram, WhatsApp or Viber. Tell us which country and which authority the certificate is for.
- 2
Fill in the form
12 points: first name, surname, date of birth, purpose of the certificate and other details. Write your name and surname in Latin letters exactly as in your passport.
- 3
We obtain the certificate
We submit the request to the KRK register and obtain the certificate. Turnaround: 5–7 working days.
- 4
Polish apostille
If the certificate is for another country that requires an apostille. We get it in Poland, which takes 5–7 working days.
- 5
Sworn translation
Done by official sworn translators in Poland, into Polish and other European languages, including German and Spanish. Turnaround: 5–7 working days.
- 6
Receive the original
Collect the certificate at one of our seven offices or receive it by post.
Useful answers
Frequently asked questions
What to know before sending your documents.
How much is a Polish criminal record certificate?
Obtaining it costs 300 PLN (≈ 230 BYN), a Polish apostille 300 PLN (≈ 230 BYN) and a sworn translation 290 PLN (≈ 220 BYN). BYN amounts are a guide based on the National Bank of Belarus rate on 27 October 2026.
How long does the certificate take?
5–7 working days. The apostille and the sworn translation take 5–7 working days each as well; we will give you the total turnaround when you order.
Do I need to travel to Poland?
There is no need to travel. We send you a 12-point form and use it to complete the request.
What is the KRK?
The Krajowy Rejestr Karny is Poland’s National Criminal Register. A certificate from it confirms whether a person has a criminal record in Poland.
Does a Polish certificate need an apostille?
Only if it is submitted outside Poland, in a Hague Convention country. For Belarus an apostille is often not required, but check with the recipient.
How is a sworn translation different from a notarised one?
A sworn translation is made by a translator on the official list of the Polish Ministry of Justice, who uses their own seal. European countries usually require it. A notarised translation is certified by a Belarusian notary and is what Belarusian authorities need.
How long is the certificate valid?
How recent the certificate must be is set by the authority you submit it to. Check before you order.
Still have a question about your document?Message us and we’ll help you work it out.
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