Welcome Point UW

📢 Important information for foreigners (residence permits)

From April 22 to April 24, 2026:
✔️ there is no ticket limit for the submission office
✔️ residence applications (temporary, permanent, and long-term EU resident) can be submitted in paper form

📍 Al. Solidarności 81 (Entrance F), Warsaw
🕗 Opening hours: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

👉 Take a ticket from the machine (“C” or “R”) and submit your documents as usual.

Please make an additional copy of the first page of your application and ask the officer to stamp it with the date. Keep this stamped copy as confirmation until you are officially registered and invited to the fingerprint appointment.

📢 Ważna informacja dla cudzoziemców

Od 22 do 24 kwietnia 2026 r.:
✔️ nie obowiązuje limit numerków do biura podawczego
✔️ wnioski o pobyt (czasowy, stały oraz rezydenta długoterminowego UE) można składać w formie papierowej

📍 Al. Solidarności 81 (wejście F), Warszawa
🕗 Godziny: 8:00-15:30

👉 Pobierz bilet z biletomatu („C” lub „R”) i złóż dokumenty jak dotychczas.

UW Open Day 2026 is behind us 💙

Thank you to all candidates who visited the Welcome Point during that event 🫶🏼 It was a pleasure meeting you, answering your questions, and supporting you as you explored your future at UW

We’re glad we could be part of your journey and hope to see you again soon!

OpenDay

Get to Know UW! 🎓

Thinking about studying at the University of Warsaw in the 2026/2027 academic year? Join our online information meeting for international candidates and learn more about your study opportunities at UW. The meeting will be conducted by the specialists from the Admissions Office of the University of Warsaw.

🗓️12 May 2026 at 12:00 p.m. CET – in English

📚 What will we talk about?
• study programmes at the University of Warsaw
• the admission process step by step
• additional requirements for candidates with foreign educational documents

⏰ Registration deadline: May 7th, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

🔗 Registration link: https://forms.gle/fdQ5V7Pn7VRNtFXJ7

Don’t miss this chance to get to know UW and prepare for your studies with confidence!

🚨 Important update for international residents in Poland!🚨

The MOS system (Case Management Module) used for residence applications is being updated. The new version (MOS 2.0) will launch on April 27, 2026, while the current system will be shut down earlier — on April 17, 2026.

What does this mean for you?
🔹 If your legal stay in Poland expires before or shortly after April 27, apply for your Temporary Residence Card (TRC) as soon as possible
🔹 Applications must be submitted on paper (not online) and arrive by April 26, 2026
🔹 Late applications will not be processed — the arrival date matters, not the sending date

We have prepared instructions on our website. Please check them and don’t wait until the last minute!

www.welcome.uw.edu.pl

📣 Explore the 4th edition of the Scholarship to Start Program 🎓

First-year students, as well as first-year doctoral candidates, can apply for the “Scholarship to Start” — a program funded by the Rector’s Scholarship Fund, which supports individuals beginning their academic journey.

It’s not just a scholarship — it’s a signal that your achievements so far matter and can become the foundation for further development.

The program includes three tracks:
“Scholarship to Start for Olympians”
“Scholarship to Start for Athletes”
“Scholarship to Start for Doctoral Candidates”

The scholarship is granted for 12 months and paid as a one-time payment. So far, scholarships have been awarded more than 660 times — supporting those who want to go one step further from the very beginning.

📆 Application for the 4th edition is open until April 24
📌 Details and application form: https://bpm.uw.edu.pl/en/scholarship-to-start-iv-edition-academic-year-2025-2026/

✨ It's here! Language Exchange: Mystery Game Edition ✨

Organizer: International UW
New format: a story-based game. Get ready for an evening full of inspiring conversations with friendly people

Why should YOU come?
• We guarantee a relaxed atmosphere without any pressure 😎
• You will meet new people from many different countries 🌍
• It's a perfect place to practice a foreign language 💬

🗓 When? 16.04.2026 (Thursday), 6:00 PM
📍Where? Students’ Union building (Krakowskie Przedmieście 24)

Don't hesitate and sign up now 👉 https://forms.gle/PMaFv8o4Fq5sLKHm9

See you on April 16th :) 👋

🔗More info: https://fb.me/e/4eAtUEqfU

🎬 Who hasn’t heard of the Netflix series 1670?

Step into 17th-century Poland with us and discover why 1670 — Netflix’s original Polish production — has captured the hearts of millions ❤️

This bold and hilarious take on Polish history is full of national myths, noble traditions, and razor-sharp humor 🇵🇱 Curious why it’s so beloved? Let’s explore it together!

📌 Workshop Details & Programme

This is a 2-part workshop — you’re welcome to join both sessions ⭐ (recommended) or just one Friday.

📅 Part 1: Friday, April 17
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Screening of 2 episodes of 1670 followed by a lively discussion with mgr Małgorzata Malinowska from the Polonicum Centre UW

📅 Part 2: Friday, April 24
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Screening of the next 2 episodes of 1670 followed by a discussion

We’ll talk about whether the show’s stereotypes and humor match your own experiences of Poland and Poles
Expect laughter, cultural insights, clear explanations of Polish traditions, and great company!

📍 Where: UW Main Campus
👥 Who can join: all UW international students and PhD students

📝 Registration link: https://forms.gle/wCRShkNyo7iv6Xeb9

📝 Registration deadlines:
• April 15, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
• April 22, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

*Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Education and Culture Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

May this time bring you relaxation, renewed energy, and meaningful moments with your loved ones 🤍🌷🐣

Welcome Point’s representatives have visited Palacký University Olomouc (Czech Republic) for their first study visit as part of the INSIGHT project.

The 3-day study visit organised between 11th and 13th March focused on discussing planned project activities for the university community, especially regarding well-being practices as part of the university life. Members of partner institutions including:

Palacký University Olomouc – project coordinator
University of Warsaw
Université Paris-Est Créteil (France)
European University Foundation (Luxembourg)

exchanged the ideas for activities and good practices, as well as took part in sample activities on how to maintain mental, emotional and physical health.

The experience gained at the study visit will be used in design and realisation of the project outcomes.

The INSIGHT project funded by the European Union, Erasmus+ KA220-HED – Cooperation Partnerships in Higher Education runs from November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2028.

Its main aims include creating and implementing:
Workshops supporting well-being and cultural adaptation,
Cultural and integration events,
Podcasts, videos, and e-flyers promoting multiculturalism,
Courses, including a summer school and a virtual exchange,
Tandem programs (pairing local and international students),
Study visits and training for university staff.

We prepare the first activity in the project so stay tuned!