In certain situations specified by law — for example, if you are staying in Poland illegally, i.e., without a valid passport or visa, or if you have exceeded the permitted period of stay under the visa-free travel — the Border Guard issues a decision obligating you to leave the territory of Poland. This obligation takes the form of a decision, which is subject to an appeal. After receiving a decision requiring you to leave Poland, you are not allowed to return for the period specified in the decision