The usual student document is changing: what surprise awaits students in Poland.

In Poland, as of July 1, 2025, plastic student ID cards will be abolished, announces the portal 'Wspólne'. Instead, a mobile student ID card will be introduced in the mObywatel application.

The student ID card in mObywatel will be available to all students in Poland. Physical and digital IDs already issued will remain valid until their expiration date. The ID will confirm student status and provide discounts on transportation, cinema, museums, and theaters.

• To activate the digital ID, you need to:
• Check if your university supports it.
• Receive a QR code and password.
• Add mLegitymacja to the mObywatel application.

You can download mObywatel for free on iOS and Android: .

Digital documents for students in Poland

According to Deputy Minister Dariusz Standerski, this is part of the digitalization of public services. This system is already in place for schoolchildren and teachers.

It is worth noting that Ukrainians in Poland have been informed about the documents required for obtaining a residence card for employment.

Poland is abolishing plastic student ID cards, introducing a mobile option through the mObywatel application. This is part of the digitalization process of public services, which is already functioning successfully for schoolchildren and teachers. The new system will simplify the process for students to receive discounts and confirm their status.