lowfunk99
27 Jul 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
Not having too much luck so far. :-(
Not having too much luck so far. :-(
lowfunk99
27 Jul 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
I want to find official records but am happy to just look at them for now.
They came from all over Poland.
GG-Father came from Rutkowskie near Wizna, near Lomza.
I want to find official records but am happy to just look at them for now.
They came from all over Poland.
GG-Father came from Rutkowskie near Wizna, near Lomza.
lowfunk99
27 Jul 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
archiwa.gov.pl/pl is the right place?
archiwa.gov.pl/pl is the right place?
lowfunk99
27 Jul 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
I have a good lawyer. My wife's cousin is adwokat in Turin Poland. Any recommendations on a genealogist?
I have a good lawyer. My wife's cousin is adwokat in Turin Poland. Any recommendations on a genealogist?
lowfunk99
27 Jul 2018
Off-Topic / Work in the US or in the UK? Moving out of Poland. [8]
The US does not make it easy to come to. They will want you to have some kind of sponsor.
The US does not make it easy to come to. They will want you to have some kind of sponsor.
lowfunk99
27 Jul 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
So as I understand, since that my great grand father never served in the military in Poland or any where. I might be eligible?
So as I understand, since that my great grand father never served in the military in Poland or any where. I might be eligible?
lowfunk99
4 Jun 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
Is there anyone that you know that can assist with this?
Is there anyone that you know that can assist with this?
lowfunk99
30 May 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
He was born in 1890/91 In Rutkowskie which was part of Russia at the time. He emigrated in 1911. My Grandfather was born in 1915 or so. Neither of them ever served in the military or in office. He was naturalized in 1927.
I lived in Poland before so I totally understand the lack of speed!
I have a friend that is still waiting for this years registration card. He will apply for next year before he gets this year. He has lived in the same place for years and is a professor in ZG. I think they procrastinate just because they can.
He was born in 1890/91 In Rutkowskie which was part of Russia at the time. He emigrated in 1911. My Grandfather was born in 1915 or so. Neither of them ever served in the military or in office. He was naturalized in 1927.
I lived in Poland before so I totally understand the lack of speed!
I have a friend that is still waiting for this years registration card. He will apply for next year before he gets this year. He has lived in the same place for years and is a professor in ZG. I think they procrastinate just because they can.
lowfunk99
30 May 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
My name great-grandfather became a citizen after 1920. They said that once he did this he lost his Polish citizenship.
He did it in 1927.
My name great-grandfather became a citizen after 1920. They said that once he did this he lost his Polish citizenship.
He did it in 1927.
lowfunk99
29 May 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
I had someone look at it and they said because they were naturalized that it affects my status.
None of my direct line ever service in the military. They emigrated before Poland became a country again.
I had someone look at it and they said because they were naturalized that it affects my status.
None of my direct line ever service in the military. They emigrated before Poland became a country again.
lowfunk99
29 May 2018
Travel / Poland - never again [593]
I have never visited the consulate in Chicago. However, they have always been very helpful with my work visas. A few times I cut it very close but they were able to get them done and returned before my flights
I will say paying to pee came as a shock to me the first time I went to Poland. Got off in Rzepin to switch trains and they wanted money to use the facilities. I was not as fluent then so it was very interesting. Thankfully they let me pee. I learned you never go anywhere in Poland with out a pocket full of coins. They are necessary for the WC and bus tickets.
I have never visited the consulate in Chicago. However, they have always been very helpful with my work visas. A few times I cut it very close but they were able to get them done and returned before my flights
I will say paying to pee came as a shock to me the first time I went to Poland. Got off in Rzepin to switch trains and they wanted money to use the facilities. I was not as fluent then so it was very interesting. Thankfully they let me pee. I learned you never go anywhere in Poland with out a pocket full of coins. They are necessary for the WC and bus tickets.
lowfunk99
29 May 2018
Law / Polish citizenship by petition to the president of Poland? [66]
Has anyone every petitioned the president of Poland for citizenship? My avenues by ancestry are closed because they all became naturalized.
Has anyone every petitioned the president of Poland for citizenship? My avenues by ancestry are closed because they all became naturalized.
lowfunk99
29 May 2018
Work / Are there Job Opportunities for Americans in Poland? [20]
Impossible no, very difficult yes.
The big issue is that you need a work permit before you land in Poland. That means you have to have a job before going. You have to ask yourself why they would hire you over a polish person?
Impossible no, very difficult yes.
The big issue is that you need a work permit before you land in Poland. That means you have to have a job before going. You have to ask yourself why they would hire you over a polish person?
lowfunk99
2 Nov 2016
Travel / Border crossing Poland into Ukraine at Medyka & Korczowa [18]
I went to Lviv in 2012. The trip into the Ukraine was not all that bad. It only took us a few hours to get across.
The trip back sucked. We were with in a 100 yards of the crossing and sat there for hours.
I was the only American on board with everyone else being Polish. My paperwork was done first and was returned pretty quickly.
If you can't get to the gate it's going to take time.
I went to Lviv in 2012. The trip into the Ukraine was not all that bad. It only took us a few hours to get across.
The trip back sucked. We were with in a 100 yards of the crossing and sat there for hours.
I was the only American on board with everyone else being Polish. My paperwork was done first and was returned pretty quickly.
If you can't get to the gate it's going to take time.
lowfunk99
14 Aug 2014
Travel / Foreigner traveling in Poland - is it better to rent a car or travel by train? [9]
There are some great smart phone apps for travel between cities that I used the last time I was in Poland.
There are some great smart phone apps for travel between cities that I used the last time I was in Poland.
lowfunk99
29 Jun 2012
Genealogy / Wojciechowski / Wojciechowska surname [4]
Merged: Wojciechowski in Rutkowskie Male or Duze
Does anyone know of any Wojciechowski's in either Rutkowskie Male or Rutkowskie Duze?
I believe this is where my great grand father is from.
Merged: Wojciechowski in Rutkowskie Male or Duze
Does anyone know of any Wojciechowski's in either Rutkowskie Male or Rutkowskie Duze?
I believe this is where my great grand father is from.
lowfunk99
17 Oct 2011
lowfunk99
17 Oct 2011
Study / The worst of Polish education. No wonder Polish universities are bottom of the list. [142]
I have conversation English in high schools near Wroclaw.
I watch many of my students prepare these cheat sheets in class. It is really amazing to me. When I was a student you never wanted to get caught cheating. Here they just don't care. Most of them tell me that as long as it's not for some major exam nothing will happen.
There are some teachers that take a harder line. I noticed that one of the teachers had all the crib sheets collected.
From what I saw the cheating rate is between 70-80% if not higher.
I have conversation English in high schools near Wroclaw.
I watch many of my students prepare these cheat sheets in class. It is really amazing to me. When I was a student you never wanted to get caught cheating. Here they just don't care. Most of them tell me that as long as it's not for some major exam nothing will happen.
There are some teachers that take a harder line. I noticed that one of the teachers had all the crib sheets collected.
From what I saw the cheating rate is between 70-80% if not higher.
lowfunk99
5 Jul 2011
Travel / Wroclaw and Zielona Gora hotels, restaurants, car rental - need some logistical assistance [18]
I did the reverse trip and it was about 40pln.
I did the reverse trip and it was about 40pln.
lowfunk99
4 Jul 2011
Travel / Wroclaw and Zielona Gora hotels, restaurants, car rental - need some logistical assistance [18]
That does make a difference.
The best pizza is papa pizza.
Heban has a good cup of joe.
Take your bathing suit, they have a new pool in town, biggest in western Poland.
That does make a difference.
The best pizza is papa pizza.
Heban has a good cup of joe.
Take your bathing suit, they have a new pool in town, biggest in western Poland.
lowfunk99
4 Jul 2011
Travel / Wroclaw and Zielona Gora hotels, restaurants, car rental - need some logistical assistance [18]
Polish driving is not like American driving.
I know most of the English speakers in ZG.
Go to the Rot Cafe just of the rynek, Pani Emilia makes a great cheesecake!
The Indian restaurant is also very good.
Polish driving is not like American driving.
I know most of the English speakers in ZG.
Go to the Rot Cafe just of the rynek, Pani Emilia makes a great cheesecake!
The Indian restaurant is also very good.
lowfunk99
4 Jul 2011
Travel / Wroclaw and Zielona Gora hotels, restaurants, car rental - need some logistical assistance [18]
International from AAA.
What part of Zielona Gora.
Take the train or bus, it's more fun!
Where are you from and when are you going?
International from AAA.
What part of Zielona Gora.
Take the train or bus, it's more fun!
Where are you from and when are you going?
lowfunk99
4 Jul 2011
Travel / Wroclaw and Zielona Gora hotels, restaurants, car rental - need some logistical assistance [18]
I lived in both cities.
When I was in transition I stayed in hostels in Wroclaw. I don't drink so I really can't recommend any pubs. However, when in Wroclaw go to the rynek info spot and get a Wroclaw in your pocket.
Zielona Gora I know much better. Try Haust, that is a brewpub or the 4 Roses if you like music.
There is a vegetarian restaurant that is ok also.
Why are you going to Zielona Gora?
I lived in both cities.
When I was in transition I stayed in hostels in Wroclaw. I don't drink so I really can't recommend any pubs. However, when in Wroclaw go to the rynek info spot and get a Wroclaw in your pocket.
Zielona Gora I know much better. Try Haust, that is a brewpub or the 4 Roses if you like music.
There is a vegetarian restaurant that is ok also.
Why are you going to Zielona Gora?
lowfunk99
16 Jun 2011
News / For all Americans worried about Schengen in Poland, dont worry about it. [142]
It is damn near impossible...
You have to live in Poland and file paperwork every year. Even if you have lived in the same location they still want the same information all over again.
If you leave for too long of time you have to start your time all over again.
Every year for 6 years until you can file for permanent residency.
First you get approved by the consulate and then you have to get approved all over again once you are in country.
in fact, make it virtually impossible for them to obtain residency.
It is damn near impossible...
You have to live in Poland and file paperwork every year. Even if you have lived in the same location they still want the same information all over again.
If you leave for too long of time you have to start your time all over again.
Every year for 6 years until you can file for permanent residency.
First you get approved by the consulate and then you have to get approved all over again once you are in country.
lowfunk99
6 Mar 2011
USA, Canada / Shipping boxes / stuff from Poland to USA [11]
Merged: Shipping from Poland to the USA (not worried about the speed)
I am returning to the US next Saturday and I need to ship 2 or 3 boxes home.
Does anyone know the best way to do this. It's mostly books and cloths. The less I have to carry and take through customs the better.
I know of Polish Post, UPS, and DHL.
I am not really worried about shipping speed.
Merged: Shipping from Poland to the USA (not worried about the speed)
I am returning to the US next Saturday and I need to ship 2 or 3 boxes home.
Does anyone know the best way to do this. It's mostly books and cloths. The less I have to carry and take through customs the better.
I know of Polish Post, UPS, and DHL.
I am not really worried about shipping speed.
lowfunk99
1 Mar 2011
Love / Why do frustrated men ask silly questions about Polish women or girls? [42]
Your ego is butt ugly though!
Your ego is butt ugly though!
lowfunk99
18 Jan 2011
Life / Hollywood Lyrics, why a Polish girl? ('A Polish girl in America') [37]
That's because the ones that get out know how to live and relate to people. The one's on the net 24-7 forgot all social skills and graces.
Nah,just a stereotype of a dumb yank.....sad,never actually met a yank in real life who wasnt charming ,inteligent and open minded,why are so many of the ones on line complete knobs?
That's because the ones that get out know how to live and relate to people. The one's on the net 24-7 forgot all social skills and graces.
lowfunk99
17 Jan 2011
USA, Canada / Things that Polish-American should know about Poland. [168]
This is true no matter what country they are from.
Harry this is not true. No official visa is required for a US person visiting Schengen for up to 90 days.
Most countries can turn others away for what ever reason.
I have a red stamp of death in my passport. I served my time out of Schengen and have been able to return with no problem. I do have the proper visa for work this time. :-)
Ultra-nationalist "patriots", by definition, are very close-minded. I found that most of them do not get along with their own family members
This is true no matter what country they are from.
Yet more lies from you: American citizens need visas to visit the entire Schengen zone.
Harry this is not true. No official visa is required for a US person visiting Schengen for up to 90 days.
Most countries can turn others away for what ever reason.
I have a red stamp of death in my passport. I served my time out of Schengen and have been able to return with no problem. I do have the proper visa for work this time. :-)
lowfunk99
5 Dec 2010
lowfunk99
4 Dec 2010
Life / How many Americans live in Poland? [13]
I will be back on January 10th and I have Polish roots.
I will be back on January 10th and I have Polish roots.