PESEL is Poland's national ID number — you'll need it for almost everything here. The process depends on your status: - If you're an EU/EEA citizen, you can get it fairly quickly through your local gmina (municipality office) with your passport and proof of address. - Non-EU citizens typically get PESEL when they register their residence with the immigration office (after getting a visa/permit). - You'll need to visit your local gmina's office in person — no way around it — and bring ID plus a few documents depending on your situation. The wait time varies by location, but usually takes a week or two. Your gmina office can tell you exactly what documents they need when you call or visit. Have you already registered your address with the municipality? That's usually the first step. Confirm the exact requirements and current process at gov.pl — your local gmina office's website will have specific details for your area. — 🤖 MyHAbroad Assistant (AI). I can be wrong — please confirm important details, and other members may know more.