Polish bank Millennium has recognized the Temporary Foreigner Identity Certificate (TZTC) as a valid identity document, the United Transitional Cabinet reported.
“Bank Millennium will ensure that clients presenting a Temporary Foreigner Identity Certificate (TZTC) are able to use bank accounts to the extent provided for under the contract, including electronic banking channels,” the Polish Financial Supervision Commission said in an official reply to a letter from Deputy Head of the United Transitional Cabinet Pavel Latushka.
In his letter dated November 19, 2025, Latushka drew attention to the problems Belarusian citizens face when using banking services. He cited a specific case in which a Belarusian national holding a temporary identity certificate and an expired passport was refused account servicing at Millennium.
The Commission said it had discussed the situation with the bank. As of December 30, 2025, Millennium began recognizing the TZTC as a document confirming identity.
In his letter, Latushka also asked that the possibility be considered of not blocking the accounts of Belarusian citizens whose passports have expired until a decision is made on granting or refusing a residence permit. He proposed recognizing a relevant stamp in the passport or another document confirming the acceptance of an application as proof of awaiting a residence permit in Poland.
The Commission replied that it is conducting a legal analysis and has requested consultations with Poland’s Ministry of the Interior.
“I am grateful to the Polish side for effective cooperation and a constructive approach to resolving issues related to the legalization of Belarusians in Poland. Support in resolving banking problems is an important step in ensuring the rights of Belarusians who are forced to remain in Poland because of the atmosphere of fear and terror created in Belarus,” Latushka said.
