Polish genealogical research often requires writing to Poland for information. This is especially true when the Genealogical Library does not have records for the locality where your ancestor lived or when the microfilmed records at the library do not cover the time period you need.
In order to get information from local parishes, you must write directly to the parish. When writing to local parishes, it is best to write in Polish. All Polish state archives can be reached by writing in English to the Directorate of State Archives. You can also get information from local civil records offices by writing in English to the Directorate of State Archives. The Directorate will forward your request. If you wish to write directly to the local civil records office, you should write in Polish.
