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VISA & APPLICATION

If you are a citizen of an EU member state the only thing you need to have to enter Poland is a valid travel document or a document confirming identity and citizenship (i.e. your national ID). However, if you wish to travel abroad during your stay in Poland it is a good idea to have a passport with you, as it is necessary to visit some of Poland’s neighbours that do not belong to the EU.

For a stay shorter than three months there are no formal requirements. Your studies will, however, take longer. For such a stay a registration of residence is necessary, one should register with Voivodship (Provincial) Office.

Two main documents that are required when entering Poland by the non-EU citizens are a valid travel document (passport) and a visa (if required).

As a general rule, you would need a visa to enter Poland. However, foreigners from a number of countries are exempted from a visa requirement when entering Schengen Area for the periods not exceeding 90 days within a 180-day period: One can check the list of the countries ie here: https://udsc.gov.pl/en/cudzoziemcy/obywatele-panstw-trzecich/chce-przyjechac-do-polski/czy-potrzebuje-wizy/

Poland is a part of the Schengen Area, so you can apply for a Polish visa and travel all around Europe (excluding the United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia and states outside of the EU).

There are several types of visas to choose from:

“A” type – an airport transit Schengen visa, so it cannot be used by a student coming to Poland “C” type – a short-term Schengen visa allowing the holder to stay in the Schengen territory for up to 90 days in 180 days period “D” type – a long-term national visa issued for up to one year allowing travel around the Schengen area for up to 90 days in a 180 days period A visa can only be extended in exceptional situations. Should you need to stay in Poland longer than specified in your visa please do apply for the temporary residence permit (see below)

5 easy steps to get a visa

1) Find a Polish Consulate/ consular section of the Embassy of the Republic of Poland that can process your application. You can use the MFA’s search engine  https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/polands-missions-abroad

2) Read carefully ALL the information concerning visa application on the consulate’s website and follow ALL the instructions.

3) Set a visa appointment with the consulate. In most cases, you will have to register through the website:  https://secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/

4) Prepare the necessary documents, including application form, travel document (passport), biometric photo, health insurance, sufficient means to support yourself, documents confirming the purpose of your stay. The specifics of the required documentation may vary among consulates, so confirm them with the consulate’s website.

5) Submit all the documents including a printed and signed application form and the visa fee. Your visa application is complete. It should take up to 15 days for it to be reviewed.

Early submission of visa documents is advisable as in some cases procedure may take a considerable amount of time.

Who needs it?

Every Non-EU student needs it.

You should apply for a Temporary Residence Permit before your visa expires.

When you receive the permit you will be issued a Temporary Residence Card, an ID card that proves that you have a residence permit. Together with your travel document, it allows you to cross the Polish border as many times as you wish. The first residence permit is issued for a period of 15 months. It can be renewed for periods of up to 3 years but for no longer than the remainder of your studies.

REMEMBER: You should apply for the Temporary Residence Card when you are legally staying in Poland, which means after you arrive, but before the expiry of your visa

Application

You have to apply for a Temporary Residence Permit with the local Voivodship Office. You can find a complete list of offices here:  https://udsc.gov.pl/en/cudzoziemcy/obywatele-panstw-trzecich/chce-przedluzyc-swoj-pobyt-w-polsce/zezwolenie-na-pobyt-czasowy/studia-i-nauka/nauka/  The documents you will need to legalise your stay include an application form, photos and documents proving your identity and citizenship, address, the purpose of stay (a certificate from your school) health insurance and possession of sufficient funds. For detailed information check out the Voivodship Office’s website. The procedure costs 390 PLN in total.

EU students

EU students do not need to apply for temporary residence permits. As UE citizens they should only apply for registration of their stay with local voivodship office within 90 days of their arrival. They will be issued a cost-free certificate of registration with a non-limited period of validity proving their right to stay in Poland. For detailed information check out the Voivodship Office’s website.

https://udsc.gov.pl/en/cudzoziemcy/obywatele-panstw-trzecich/karta-pobytu/

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No more lines at the Polish consulate while applying for passport Posted by Kasia on Nov 30, 2019 in Culture , Regulations

Few years ago I flew to New York to renew my Polish passport. I was pregnant, it was hot and I definitely did not expect to stand in line at the Polish consulate for few hours, before I was able to file my form…

I bet a lot of you know the pain! My friend who lives in New York came to the consulate with me. We got there fairly early in the morning and I could not believe how long the line outside of the building was…I almost faded just thinking about the long hours ahead of me, but being pregnant of course had a lot to do with me not feeling well at the same time. It was a really hot day.

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Fortunately, people in front of me were super nice. It was obvious that I was pregnant and they let me go ahead of them, so I can at least get inside of the building and be inside with ac going. It still took me about 2 hours to stand in line once inside of the building. But if not my cute baby inside me, I probably would have been there most of the day.

Well, I have to take a trip to New York again sometimes soon to do the same thing. I wasn’t really looking forward to it, until I found out that there are no more lines at the Polish consulate!!! Now you can register your visit online, with a specific date and time! All you have to do is to show up on time! Awesome:)

All you have to do is visit this  website. The links to register your visit online are on the right site of the website and they are very easy to use. The website explains everything:

“To register, go to: www.e-konsulat.gov.pl

• Once you access www.e-konsulat.gov.pl , select the desired diplomatic facility:Country/Region – USA Diplomatic mission – New York
• Next, from the menu on the left, select the option: Visits => Passport matters.
• After reviewing the registration guidelines, use the section, “I want to reserve the date for” to indicate the number of passport applicants.
• Next, select the available date and time for your visit.
• In the “passport appointment form” in “contact data”, enter the details of the person making the reservation:Note: Make sure you enter the correct information. Entering an email address is optional, but if such an address is provided, the addressee will receive an e-mail confirmation of the pre-arranged appointment. (The field “case description” can be left blank).
• Under “appointment concerns” select the type of passport case to discuss at the Consulate by checking the appropriate box.
• Enter the details of the person(s) applying for a passport.Note: Providing the Personal ID Number (PESEL) is optional. The e-mail address is also optional (if not providing an e-mail, input any character under the heading “e-mail”).
• Select “Continue”.
• If all the information is correct, the program will redirect you to another page where you must click “save” to confirm the date and time of your appointment.
• You can download, save and/or print the appointment confirmation (pdf file). The confirmation will also be sent to your e-mail address. You should save the form number and registration code. They will be necessary if you decide to cancel your appointment.

If you cannot keep the appointment, please cancel it as follows:

•  To cancel your appointment, go to www.e-konsulat.gov.pl and from the menu on the left , under “Consulate appointments”, select “Cancel appointment”.
• You will need to enter the following information on the cancellation form (the following information provided with the appointment confirmation):form numer registration code
• After entering the above data, click “Cancel appointment”.”

My passport

Once I do it myself, I will definitely let all of you know how it went and how smooth the process was. I also would love to hear from all of you who have done it recently, using online scheduling!

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About the Author: Kasia

My name is Kasia Scontsas. I grew near Lublin, Poland and moved to Warsaw to study International Business. I have passion for languages: any languages! Currently I live in New Hampshire. I enjoy skiing, kayaking, biking and paddle boarding. My husband speaks a little Polish, but our daughters are fluent in it! I wanted to make sure that they can communicate with their Polish relatives in our native language. Teaching them Polish since they were born was the best thing I could have given them! I have been writing about learning Polish language and culture for Transparent Language’s Polish Blog since 2010.

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I have tried to get a Polish passort but have been denied. Mother born in the USA, Granparents born in partitioned Poland and left before 1917. Will I every have the opportunity to get a Polish Passport in your view?

The visa application can be lodged no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before the date of planned entry. In the case of seafarers, it is possible to lodge an application 9 months before the date of planned entry.

When the main purpose of the trip is to stay on the territory of the Republic of Poland or such a member state cannot be indicated, but the crossing of the external border of the Schengen area takes place across the border of the Republic of Poland, the authority competent to consider the application is the consul of the Republic of Poland.

The application, as a rule, should be lodged to the consulate competent for the place of residence of the foreigner. The authority examining the application (consul) may (but does not have to) consider the application from a person legally staying in a given consular location.

In special and urgent situations (e.g. death of a relative, accidents, humanitarian reasons), when it is impossible to submit a visa application at the consulate, it is possible to submit a visa application at the border.

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In some cases, the application may be considered by the minister competent for foreign affairs – also in this case the application is submitted through the consul.

E-consulate, applying to an external service provider

In some consular locations, it is required to register a visa application or make an appointment for a consul through the e-Consulate system ( https://secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl ).

Some consulates of the Republic of Poland also use the possibility of lodging an application through an external service provider. Detailed information can be found on the websites of individual consulates of the Republic of Poland.

In addition, Article 79a of the Law on Foreigners created a legal basis for accepting applications for a national visa on the territory of the Republic of Poland for specific categories of foreigners listed in the Regulation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of August 18, 2022 on the issuance of national visas to foreigners residing on the territory of the Republic of Poland (Journal of Laws of 2022, item 1809 ).

Visa representation

When applying for a Schengen visa, the Republic of Poland is represented by other Member States in certain consular locations. In this case, as a rule, the application for a Schengen visa is lodged at the consulate of the represented State, which regulates the procedural details of the application (issues of personal appearance, the possibility/necessity of submitting an application to an external service provider), and its law regulates possible appeal process against the visa decision.

Purpose of the application

When completing the visa application, the general purpose of applying for the type of visa should be indicated, however, the specific purposes of issuing visas (both Schengen and national) and the rights resulting from them are indicated by national law, in the case of the Republic of Poland these are the provisions of Article 60 of the Act on Foreigners:

visiting family or friends;

participation in sporting events;

conducting business activity;

performing work on the basis of a statement on entrusting paid activity to a foreigner entered in the register;

performing work on the basis of a seasonal work permit;

performing work other than that specified in the previous paragraphs (applies to the performance of work under a work permit or a case in which a foreigner is exempt from such an obligation);

carrying out cultural activities or participating in conferences;

the performance of official tasks by representatives of an authority of a foreign state or an international organization (it may be issued as a diplomatic or service visa);

complete first-cycle, second-cycle or long-cycle studies or doctoral school education (including a preparatory course for studies);

vocational training;

education or training in a form other than that specified in the previous points (applies to education in secondary schools, post-secondary schools, postgraduate studies, MBA courses, etc.);

didactic (applies to academic lecturers, teachers, foreign language teachers);

conduct scientific research or development work;

complete a traineeship;

participation in the European Voluntary Service programme;

air transit;

joining or staying with a citizen of another Member State of the European Union, an EFTA Member State – a party to the Agreement on the European Economic Area or the Swiss Confederation (concerns the exercise of rights under Directive 2004/38/EC);

participation in a cultural or educational exchange programme, a humanitarian aid programme or a holiday work programme;

arrive on the territory of the Republic of Poland as a member of the immediate family of the repatriate;

arrival on the territory of the Republic of Poland as a member of the immediate family of a person staying in Poland on the basis of a permanent residence permit obtained on the basis of the Pole's Card;

use the rights resulting from the possession of the Pole's Card;

repatriation;

application of the temporary protection;

arrival for humanitarian reasons, due to the interest of the state or international obligations;

application of a temporary residence permit issued for the purpose of family reunification;

application of a temporary residence permit issued for the purpose of performing work as part of an intra-corporate transfer;

other than those mentioned above.

As a rule, the type of visa that a foreigner should apply for depends on the length of the planned stay on the territory of the Republic of Poland – if the foreigner plans to stay longer than 90 days during the year, they should apply for a national visa; if shorter – for a Schengen visa.

Article 60(2) of the Act on Foreigners introduces the following exceptions to the above rule:

visas for transit or air transit shall be issued only as Schengen visas;

visas for the purpose of conducting scientific research or development works, completing an internship, participating in the European Voluntary Service program, repatriation, coming to the territory of the Republic of Poland as a member of the repatriate's immediate family, exercising the rights resulting from the possession of the Pole's Card, arriving on the territory of the Republic of Poland as a member of the immediate family of a person staying in Poland on the basis of a permanent residence permit obtained on the basis of the Pole's Card, and the application of temporary protection shall be issued only as national visas.

The purpose of the application indicated in the application for a Schengen visa or in the application for a national visa shall indicate only the general purposes for issuing the visas. The consul, on the basis of the information provided (in the application and accompanying documents) during the examination of the application, indicates on the visa sticker the appropriate purpose of issuing the visa, in accordance with the Regulation of the Minister of Internal Affairs and Administration of 22 March 2022 on visas for foreigners (Journal of Laws of 2022, item 827)

In the case of applications for a Schengen visa lodged as part of the visa representation, the regulations of the states representing the Republic of Poland shall apply regarding the indication of the purpose of issuing the visa.

Formal requirements

Articles 10 to 15 of the Visa Code regulate the formal requirements for lodging application for a Schengen visa; Article 77 of the Act on Foreigners regulates the formal requirements for lodging an application for a national visa. In addition, in the case of issues not specified in the Act on Foreigners, the provisions of the Visa Code apply in the alternative.

a. Schengen Visa

In the case of an application for a Schengen visa, the applicant shall:

complete the application for a Schengen visa (Annex I to the Visa Code) common to all Member States;

present a travel document which is valid for at least three months after the planned date of the last departure from the Member States, contains at least two free pages and has been issued within the last ten years;

submit a photograph in accordance with the technical requirements set out in ICAO Document 9303, Part 1, Edition VI (or an appropriate facial image is taken from it at the time of application;

allows fingerprints to be taken (unless the fingerprints were taken on a previous Schengen visa application within the last 59 months, is not a child under the age of 12, a person from whom it is physically impossible to take fingerprints, or is not a head of State or government, a member of a national government or a spouse accompanying them, a member of an official delegation, monarchs or a valid ranking member of the royal family invited by the governments of the Member States, or international organisations for official purposes);

pay the visa fee;

provide the supporting documents indicated in Article 14 and Annex II to the Visa Code or indicated as equivalents in the framework of local Schengen cooperation;

provide, where applicable, proof of possession of adequate, valid travel medical insurance.

b. National Visa

In the case of an application for a national visa, the applicant shall:

fills in the application for a national visa indicated in Annex 2 to the Regulation of the Minister of Internal Affairs and Administration of 22 March 2022 on visas for foreigners (Journal of Laws of 2022, item 827)

a photograph meeting the following requirements:

undamaged, colourful, with good sharpness, 35mm x 45mm, made no earlier than 6 months before the date of submission of the application, depicting the image of the applicant's face from the top of the head to the upper part of the shoulders, so that the face occupies 70-80% of the photograph, on a uniform light background, in a frontal position, looking straight ahead with open eyes, unobstructed hair with a natural facial expression and closed mouth, as well as reflecting the natural colour of their skin, clearly depicting the eyes of the foreigner, especially their pupils, where the eye line should be parallel to the upper edge of the photograph.

supporting documents establishing:

the purpose and conditions of the intended stay; possession of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of living throughout the period of the planned stay on the territory of the Republic of Poland and for travel to the country of origin or residence or transit to a third country that will allow its entry, or the possibility of obtaining such lawful means; having health insurance or travel medical insurance; credibility of the foreigner's declaration of intention to leave the territory of the Republic of Poland before the expiry of the visa; other circumstances given in the application.

present a travel document which is valid for at least three months after the planned date of the last departure from the Member States, contains at least two free pages and has been issued within the last ten years.

The standard visa fee - 80 €

The reduced visa fee for children aged 6 to under 12 years - 40 €

The categories of persons are exempt from visa fees for Schengen visas: children under 6 years of age and the scientists travelling to attend a scientific seminar or conference.

Citizens of Belarus and Ukraine are exempt from the visa fee.

The indicated visa fee does not include the fee for using the services of a third-party service provider.

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How to make appointment in ekonsulat, by [email protected] 3 years.

Hey Guys! You need a Polish visa to enter Poland, but if you want to leave Poland, you will need a Polish passport.

Do you live in the UK? Handling passport and visa matters in the UK may seem quite complicated at first glance. However, getting a Polish passport and visa in the UK is easier than you think!

At the E Konsulat, when applying for a passport and visa, the application can be approached only after first confirming the date of appointment.

Lots of questions pop-up in your mind, how to book an appointment and get a visa and passport, but no worries! Step by step guide here, Continue reading.

Process for Passport Appointment in Ekonsulat:

To apply for a passport, we must meet at the Polish Embassy / Consulate in the UK. To do this, go to the embassy website. The whole process really takes a while. But this blog helps you to easily understand the appointment.

To register a Passport appointment via EKonsulat:

• Click the Link: https://secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/
• Select the United Kingdom and select the facility where you want to apply for the passport.
• In the menu on the left, select “Visit to consulate” and “Passport Matters.”
• A page with the rules for the Passport appointment will appear. It’s really worth reading. Thanks to this, we will prepare well for a visit to the Embassy and Consulate.
• At the bottom of this page, select the number, date, and time of the visit.
• Dates for meetings related to passport matters will be available at 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. on working days. If we cannot make an appointment, try the next morning.
• When completing the form, provide the personal data of the person to whom the application is submitted. In the case of children, the details of the child should be provided, not the details of the parents.
• After registration, download and print the appointment confirmation in PDF. This document should be taken with you to the meeting at the Embassy / Consulate. Persons without printed confirmation will not be allowed in the meeting.

You have to make an appointment at the embassy. If we want to register for a new visit, we must first cancel the previous one.

Passport Application Form contains:

Process for Visa Appointment in Ekonsulat:

Do you know the steps to apply Visa appointment? No means, here it is:

• In the menu on the left, select “Visa” and “Schengen Visa – Registration Form.”
• A page with the rules for the Visa appointment will appear. It’s really worth reading. Thanks to this, we will prepare well for a visit to the Embassy and Consulate.
• At the bottom of this page, Enter the Captcha, Enter the date of Appointment, select the date and Click make a reservation.
• Dates for meetings related to Visa will be available at 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. on working days. If we cannot make an appointment, try the next morning.
• Next, you will see Application Schengen visa Form. Enter all the required details about the visa application form and Click continue and save.
• After registration, download and print the confirmation of appointment in PDF, and this confirmation letter will be sent to the included postal ID. This document should be taken with you to the meeting at the Embassy / Consulate. Persons without printed confirmation will not be allowed in the meeting.

General Information about EKonsulat:

Embassy of republic in poland:.

Address: 47, Portland Place, London, W1B 1JH .

Phone: +44 207 2913 520.

E-mail ID: [email protected].

Consular Section of the Embassy Poland in London:

Address:  10 Bouverie Street, EC4Y 8AX London.

Phone:   +44 207 8228 900.

E-mail ID:   [email protected].

Opening Hours:

Monday only: 10:00 to 18:00.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 8:30 to 4:30.

Customers are received after booking through the E Konsulat system. Terms are added next:

For passports: 9.00 and 20.00 on working days.

In case of legal matters: Every day on working days.

For visa: Every day on working days.

Receipt of documents:

The Collection of documents is possible without booking a visit within the following hours:

For Passport: Monday to Friday 10:00 – 15:30.

In case of legal matters: The 10:00 to 2:00, Tuesday to Friday 9: 00-14: 00.

For Visa: Monday 1:00 to 3:00, Tuesday to Friday 9: 00-11: 00.

In case of an emergency passport, please send an email to: [email protected]; In case of emergency legal matters, please contact us at: [email protected], and for emergency visa matters- Contact us at: [email protected].

Only persons required to deal with a given case will be allowed to stay at the embassy premises. It is very important to be on time when going to the office.

We encourage you to collect your passport and passports by post with visa results. For this purpose, bring a special delivery envelope of up to 100g with details of address (name, surname, full address). Attach the completed and signed passport export application to the envelope. Each passport application must be accompanied by separate postage. Each passport is sent separately.

Consulate General: Belfast:

Address:   67 Malone Road, BT9 6SB, Belfast.

Phone:    +44 28 96209500.

E-mail ID :   [email protected].

The consular district of the Consulate of Poland in Belfast covers Northern Ireland.

Consulate General: Edinburgh:

Address:   2 Kinnear Road, EH3 5PE Edinburgh.

Phone:  +44 131 5520 301.

E-mail ID:  [email protected].

The consular district of the Consulate of Poland in Edinburgh covers Scotland.

Customer Service hours:

Monday: 10:30 to 5:00.

Tuesday to Friday: 9:00 to 3:30.

Registration for meetings at the Consulate General of Poland in Edinburgh.

We restored the regular admission of applicants to the office, but with the principles of social distance.

New appointment dates are available on the system every working day at 20:00 (visits for next week). Information that says “No dates until,” a set of available dates booked, will appear the next day at 20:00. Free dates will appear in case of resignation from a visit and cancellation in the E Konsulat system by previously registered persons.

Only persons required to deal with a given case will be allowed to stay at the embassy premises. We ask you to following the guidelines and, after entering the office, go to the designated admission place. It is very important to be on time when going to the office.

Consulate General: Manchester:

Address:    Manchester One, 51 Portland Street, M1 3LD Manchester.

Phone:    +44 161 245 4130.

E-mail ID:    [email protected]

Monday: 10:00 to 18:00.

Tuesday to Friday: 08:15 to 16:15.

Customer Service Hours:

Monday: 10:40 to 17:15.

Tuesday to Friday: 9:00 to 15:15.

It is possible to collect documents during customer service hours without booking an appointment in advance.

We would like to remind you of the obligation to register visits through the E Konsulat system to the Consulate General of Poland in Manchester. Terms are added next:

For passport: 9:00 and 20:00 on working days.

In case of legal issues: First and third Friday of the month.

In civil matters: the first Friday of the month.

For passport matters, please send an email to: [email protected]; in legal matters, please contact us at the following E-mail address: [email protected].

Only persons required to deal with a given case will be allowed to stay at the embassy premises. Time attention is required when going to the office.

Consular matters:

Provide answers to general questions following categories: The Passport, Documents lost, Polish citizenship, and marital status, and other general legal problems. The phone call opens on business days in the Republic of Poland from 9:00 to 5:00. Phone: +44 2030 789618.

What are the rules for a Passport and Visa Visit to the UK?

Notice on the Polish Government website that all types of passport and visa applications will be accepted during the additional call duty at the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in London.

However, you must remember that you must come with a complete set of required documents and a printed and completed passport and visa application. You need to be on time for the meeting.

 In addition, when it comes to the pandemic, safety precautions should be taken:

• Be prepared to pay with a payment card.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a protective mask.
• Observe a 2-meter social distancing – especially when waiting in line for your arrival.
• Disinfect your hands before entering the embassy building.
• The temperature for the audience will also be measured.

At the same time, the embassy of Poland urges that – if possible – Choose the option to collect the passport by post and not in person.

Overview of UK and Poland:

Tourist view of uk:.

The United Kingdom (UK), which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, has long been one of the popular tourist destinations in Europe. The charm of the country is associated with its diverse landscape and rich cultural heritage.

The best places to visit in the UK include beautifully preserved country gardens and palaces, all of its many world-class art galleries and museums.

However, one of the biggest delights of a UK holiday is how easy it is to explore this fascinating and diverse country. Thanks to its size – easily matched in the state of Texas in the UK (with the rest of the place) – you can stay in cities like London or Liverpool and go by train, bus or boat to explore other areas.

Tourist view of Poland:

Poland has survived centuries of conflict and is poised to assume its new role in modern history as a proud, independent nation. Visitors to Poland have discovered what the locals have long known, that Poland is a country rich in culture, natural landscapes, and unusual historical sites.

Whether exploring the country’s vibrant cities, forests, and lakes in its beautiful countryside, or some other tourist attractions in Poland, visitors are sure to be left with rich memories.

Warsaw old market place, Main Market Square, Gdansk old town, Bialowieza Forest, Wieliczka Salt Mine, these places are top tourist places in Poland.

Just apply for a Polish visa or passport, attend the Appointment, obtain the document and fly anywhere. “ Advance Happy Journey Fellas .”

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Poland Visa

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• Traveling to Poland

Poland visa types

Personal photos, biographical documents.

• Financial materials 

Accommodation

• Educational materials 

Proof of medical insurance

Poland visa application, where to apply for poland visa, when to apply for a poland visa, poland visa processing time, poland visa faq, traveling to poland.

One of the top five largest states in Europe in terms of population, Poland attracts many tourists. Warsaw, its capital, has a fascinating history, while the country in general is renowned for its friendliness and accessibility.  

You may need a visa to travel to Poland, depending on where you are from (nationality), the length of your trip (duration of stay), and your reason for travel (type of visa needed). 

There are numerous types of visas for Poland, which are valid for travel for specific purposes and times. Different Poland visas have different Poland visa requirements and validity periods.

In general, Poland visas can be divided into two main categories: short stay visas and long stay visas (a long stay visa for Poland is required for those looking to spend more than 90 days in the country).

Another main distinction relates to allowed entries: a single entry will allow you just one entry into the country; a multiple entry visa for Poland will let you enter and exit as many times as needed. 

Transit Visa (Type A) 

• Poland transit visa

Short Term Visas (Type C) 

Schengen visas .

• Business 
• Cultural 
• Official Visit 
• Study 
• Tourism ( Poland Tourist visa )
• Visiting Family or Friends 

Long Term Visas (Type D, National) 

Long stay visas to Poland allow you to stay in the country for up to one year, and are available for the following purposes:  

• Poland Working visa
• Poland Student visa

Poland visa requirements

The following documents are typically required for all visas to Poland:

Official, government-issued document, not older than 10 years, with the correct validity length (a minimum three months past the intended day of exit from Poland)

Your Poland visa fee will depend on the type of visa you are applying for, and possibly other factors, such as your age. The basic adult Schengen visa fee for Poland is 80 EUR (long stay visa fees vary). Fees are generally non-refundable, even in the case of a denied visa.

Two recently taken photos of the applicant. Photos should be passport style (and have passport dimensions).

Additional documents:

You will almost certainly have to submit additional documents on your Poland visa application. Requested documents are typically those which help visa authorities confirm your identity, determine the truthfulness of your stated purpose of travel, and assess your financial state. The  type  of Poland visa you apply for will determine your supplemental documents, which may include the following: 

Identity documents, such as your birth certificate

Financial materials 

Documents showing your finances, such as your bank balance

Information about where you will stay in Poland

Educational materials 

Proof of university education, etc.

Please note that all documents may need to be written in Polish or English (or accompanied by official translations into either).

Applicants for Poland visas should follow these general steps, which may vary slightly depending on numerous factors, including visa type and application destination. 

All applicants should begin by accessing https://secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl . From there, you will do the following: Determine where to apply Find the physical destination for your application (the Poland Embassy/ Consulate or associated visa-application center where you live) by entering your country of residence in the search box. Choose your visa duration Determine how long you intend to be in Poland i.e. what type of Poland visa you need: long, short, or airport. Once you know, you will select either the Schengen visa or National visa “type of service” to access your correct form and make an appointment. Schedule your visa interview Almost all Poland visa applicants, even those who apply online, must attend a visa appointment at their application destination. Scheduling a Poland visa interview can take days, weeks, or even months if you apply through the Poland visa portal, you should be able to view appointment openings and ultimately schedule your interview online. Alternatively, you may need to reach out to the application destination directly (via email/phone) to make an appointment.

Access the preliminary application form Fill out the basic online information, including purpose Schengen visa or national visa type), entry category, and other essential information. Pay your Poland visa fee You may be able to pay for your visa at this stage of the application (online). Alternatively, you will be asked to submit payment at step 3 (your visa interview).

Gather your required documents as well as the supplemental ones required for your specific Poland visa type.

This is where you will submit your biometric information, be interviewed, and meet other requirements pertaining to your visa type. This is typically the final stage of the Poland visa application process; you will either be granted a visa upon the conclusion of your appointment, receive a rejection, or leave to await a decision.

Please note certain visas may require subsequent steps. For example, if you are applying for a long term Poland Business visa or Poland Working visa you may need to apply for a Poland work permit, while other long term visas may require you to apply for a residence permit for Poland. For more information about whether your visa application will subsequently require you to seek a Poland Work Permit or residence permit for Poland, make sure to research the specific visa requirements for your specific visa type. 

Poland visa application processing occurs at Polish embassies and consulates (and their associated visa application centers) around the world (application destination). While Poland has an online application system, applicants must also fulfill the in-person Poland visa requirements at their application destination. If you are outside of Poland and are applying for a Poland visa, you will apply through the Poland embassy/consulate or visa application center where you live. If there is no Poland mission in your country, you will likely apply for your Poland visa through the embassy/consulate of another country, which is representing Poland interests abroad.

Applicants for short-stay visas to Poland are advised to submit their application a minimum of fourteen days before their intended trip. And while applying well in advance is recommended, applying too early (i.e. over six months before departure) is discouraged.

The Poland visa application processing time varies. Factors which determine how long it will take to get your visa include the following:         

• Poland visa type 
• Application destination 
• Your nationality 
• The completeness of application 

Depending on all of these factors, you could expect to receive a visa in days, weeks, or even months after you apply. 

Depending on where you are from, you may need a visa to enter the country, regardless of how long you intend to stay. Some nationalities do not need a visa to travel to Poland. Regardless of your nationality, however, you will need a visa if you intend to stay in the country longer than 90 days and you are not an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen.

Get a travel document for Poland (visa) by submitting an application to your local Poland embassy/consulate/visa application center, meeting the visa requirements, and paying your visa fee. 

The amount of money you need depends on the Schengen country you are visiting. You will likely need to show several months proof of salary/bank statements in order to meet the Schengen proof of funds requirement.

Choose from among the various types of Poland visa you need to apply for by considering your reason for travel and how long you want to stay in the country. These factors will determine the type of visa you need. In addition to visa type, you should also determine how many entries you need—i.e. whether you need a multiple entry visa for Poland or a single entry visa for Poland. 

Rejected Schengen visa applicants can appeal the decision, reapply, or apply for another travel document for Poland (different Poland visa, such as a Poland Student visa or Poland Tourist visa). 

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You may submit your application at the relevant consular office.

The submission of visa application forms must be done in person; the diplomatic mission does not accept forms sent via fax, regular mail, or email.

How to book an appointment?

To apply for a visa, please schedule an appointment through the e-konsulat system. Appointments can be booked between 15 days and 6 months prior to your intended travel date.

When applying for a national work visa, follow these steps:

1. Visit the E-Konsulat page.

2. Choose the visa type: national visa - Register Form.

3. Agree to the general terms and conditions.

4. Fill out and save a preliminary visa application with accurate data matching your documents.

5. You'll receive an email requesting confirmation of your preliminary application within 48 hours. Confirm promptly.

6. Once confirmed, your data will be verified. You'll receive verification results via email. A positive verification allows you to complete the full visa application within 48 hours. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of your booking and removal of data from the system.

7.If the number of correctly verified applications exceeds the available visit dates for a particular consulate within a given period, appointment dates will be assigned through an electronic draw.

8.Once your application is drawn, we will email you the appointment date. Other applications will continue to participate in subsequent draws until selected or until the expiration of your document entitling you to work in Poland.

9.Upon receiving the confirmation email with the appointment date, you must personally submit the printed and signed application along with all required documents on the specified day. 

Waiting time:

The visa decision is typically reached within 15 working days from the date of application fee payment. If further document examination is required, the processing period may extend to 30 days. However, for national visas related to studies, research, internships, or volunteering, or for visa refusal decisions, the processing time may take up to 60 days from the application submission date, including the submission of necessary supporting documents and justifying circumstances.

How to collect the documents :

Visas must be collected in person during Visa Section working hours: Sunday to Thursday, from 9:00 to 14:00, upon presentation of a receipt. Alternatively, it's feasible to send passports with granted visas only, not refusals, via courier at the recipient's expense. A written application with justification is necessary for this service.

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How to apply for Poland Schengen Tourist Visa in Qatar

Poland is one of the most beautiful countries to visit in Europe. If you wish to travel as a tourist and to see the stunning cities in Poland, you need to check first if you are required to obtain a Schengen visa in order to enter the country. You can check here the list of nationalities who are required to apply for a Schengen Tourist Visa in order to enter any member country of the Schengen Area.

Related Post: Why is Poland a popular tourist destination in Eastern Europe .

Depending on your planned itinerary or tour package, you should be advised where to apply for a VISA on their respective embassy offices here in Doha — or in most cases, VISA centers. If you are a resident in Qatar and will be traveling to Poland, you need to secure an appointment and personally visit their embassy in Qatar to process your application.

Embassy of Poland in Qatar’s location and contact details: Location: Doha, Qatar Office hours: Sunday to Thursday (8 AM to 2 PM) Phone Number: +974 4411 3230 Email Address: [email protected]  

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Here are the steps on how to apply for Poland Schengen Tourist VISA in Qatar:

1. Visit Poland Embassy’s website here for the application instructions or directly log on to https://secure2.e-konsulat.gov.pl , check for available dates and schedule for an appointment.

2. You need to electronically fill in the form online and print it out directly and sign each page. But before filling in the online form, please read carefully the instructions, especially when typing the dates as they have a specific format that needs to be followed.

3. Prepare the required documents with both the original and photocopy versions available.

4. Submit the documents to the embassy. Lodge your application personally and have your biometrics taken on the date mentioned in your appointment slip. Please be advised that the embassy is very strict with the appointment time. Applicants who come in late — regardless of the excuse — will not be entertained (especially if the schedule is full).

5. Pay the appropriate VISA fee amount as well as service fees. You can pay directly to the embassy itself. Please note they only accept cash and the fees are non-refundable and subject to change as per the embassy policy.

6. As per usual procedure, approval takes 1-2 weeks (could be earlier or longer depends on the documents submitted). The embassy does not process rush applications so be sure to give enough allowance before your flight. You can apply as early as 3 months prior to your flight.

Schengen Tourist Visa Fee is QAR 252.00. IMPORTANT NOTE:  If your Poland Schengen tourist visa application is approved, double-check the details on your visa as any minor difference or mistake can cause more trouble when you are already on your flight.

Requirements needed to obtain a Poland Schengen VISA in Qatar:

1. Bank Statement (last 3 months showing salary transfer and must be stamped by the bank) 2. Schengen travel health Insurance (minimum coverage 30,000 Euros), covering the period of your travel 3. Recent passport size photos (2 pieces, white background) 4. No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your company and/or Salary Certificate printed on company letter head 5. Visa Application Cover Letter / Tourist visit plan 6. Passport and Residence Permit valid for 3 months after your return date to Qatar (Please note that for all applicants over 10 years of age, the passport has to be signed by the holder) 7. Copy of the reservation of the return ticket and hotel booking for the time intended to be traveling 8. Previous copy of Polish Schengen visa or other visas

Tip: I booked my hotel accommodation through Booking.com as they have an option to cancel your reservation without any fees or charges in case your application got rejected for any reason.

* FYI, you are required to submit your original documents and photocopies, click here for complete details or check the below list of obligatory documents for your easy reference.

Means of subsistence for Poland Schengen Visa: * For stay up to 3 days: The overall amount is  300 PLN  or  QAR 300.00 (approx) * For stays exceeding 3 days: The daily amount is  100 PLN  or  QAR 100.00 (approx) If the accommodation costs are covered by a third party, the daily amount reduces to  20 PLN  or  QAR 20.00 (approx) So that is the process on how to apply for Poland Schengen Tourist Visa in Qatar. For more details about means of subsistence, please click here .

Additional Information: Poland Currency: Polish złoty Conversion: 1 złoty = 0.92 QAR or click here for the updated exchange rate.

The visa policy may change without notice so it would be better that you check the embassy websites for the updates regarding this matter.

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Hi. Thank you for sharing us the steps on how to obtain Poland Schengen Visa in Qatar. Can I process my application through Visa Center like in VFS Global?

Hello Janine. If you are planning to apply for Poland Schengen visa here in Qatar, you are required to process your application personally in their Embassy here in Qatar. With regards to your enquiry about applying for visa through VFS Global, please be informed that you can only apply through them if you are planning to travel to Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland and Czech Republic. For enquiries, you may visit their website https://visa.vfsglobal.com/qat/en/deu/apply-visa

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