🇵🇱Visa options for Poland
Poland offers 29 visa and permit types across 6 categories — from Schengen C tourist visas and National D long-stay visas to the EU Blue Card, Intra-Corporate Transfer, Temporary Residence and Work Permit (single permit), Permanent Residence, EU Long-Term Resident status, and Polish citizenship pathways. 17 lead to PR; 19 don't require a job offer. Here's every Poland visa tracked by VisaMatch.
29permit types
6categories
17PR pathways
19no job needed
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Visa categories in Poland
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Visitor (4)
Schengen Visa (Uniform) – Type C Visitor
Short-stay uniform Schengen visa valid for Poland and all Schengen Area states. Up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Fee: EUR 90.
Schengen Visa (Limited Territorial Validity) – Type C LTV Visitor
Short-stay Schengen visa valid in one or more specified Schengen states only. Issued in exceptional circumstances. Fee: EUR 90.
Airport Transit Visa – Type A Visitor
Required for airside transit through Polish airports for nationals of certain third countries. Does not permit entry into Poland. Fee: EUR 90.
National Visa – Tourism/Visit (Type D) Visitor
Long-stay national visa for tourism or visits exceeding the 90-day Schengen limit, up to 1 year. Fee: EUR 200.
Work (9)
National Visa – Work (Type D06) Work
Long-stay national visa for employment in Poland for over 90 days. Requires a work permit or employer exemption. Fee: EUR 200.
Temporary Residence and Work Permit (Single Permit) Work
Combined residence and work permit (the single permit) for non-EU workers. Employer-sponsored; minimum salary PLN 4,666 gross/month. Fee: PLN 440. Valid up to 3 years.
EU Blue Card Poland Work
Highly qualified non-EU professionals. Minimum salary PLN 13,355.34 gross/month (2026). Accelerated PR in 33 months (or 21 with B1 Polish). Fee: PLN 440 + PLN 75 card.
Intra-Corporate Transfer Permit (ICT) Work
Managers, specialists, and trainees transferred from a non-EU company branch to its Polish branch. Prior employment: 12 months (managers/specialists), 6 months (trainees). Fee: PLN 440.
Seasonal Work Permit (Type S) Work
Seasonal workers in agriculture, horticulture, and tourism. Valid up to 9 months per calendar year. Fee: PLN 170 stamp duty.
Declaration on Entrusting Work (Oświadczenie) Work
Fast-track simplified work authorisation for citizens of Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Georgia, and Moldova. Up to 24 months cumulatively. Employer registers at District Employment Office. Fee: PLN 30.
Work Permit Type A Work
Standard work permit for non-EU nationals employed by a Polish employer. Issued to employer by voivodeship marshal. Fee: PLN 100–200. Valid up to 3 years.
Work Permit Type B – Board Member / Management Work
For non-EU members of management or supervisory boards of Polish companies. Up to 5 years for board members of companies with 25+ employees. Fee: PLN 100–200.
Work Permit Type E – Seasonal Worker Work
Seasonal work permit for agriculture, horticulture, and tourism. Employer applies at District Employment Office. Up to 9 months/year. Fee: PLN 30–100.
Study (2)
National Visa – Study/Education (Type D09) Study
Long-stay national visa for full-time study at Polish universities and educational institutions. Includes Erasmus+. Work rights: 20–30 hrs/week during term. Fee: EUR 200.
Temporary Residence Permit – Study Study
Temporary residence for students enrolled at accredited Polish institutions. First permit up to 15 months; renewals up to 3 years. Work rights: 30 hrs/week during term. Fee: PLN 440.
Family (2)
National Visa – Family Reunification (Type D) Family
Long-stay national visa for spouses, minor children, and dependent parents of Polish citizens or residence permit holders. Entry visa before applying for TRP. Fee: EUR 200.
Temporary Residence Permit – Family Reunification Family
Temporary residence for family members of non-EU permit holders or Polish citizens. Grants unrestricted work and business rights. Sponsor minimum income PLN 776/month. Fee: PLN 440.
Special (10)
National Visa – Medical Treatment (Type D) Special
Long-stay visa for extended medical treatment at a recognised Polish medical institution. Tied to treatment duration. Fee: EUR 200.
National Visa – Cultural / Sports Events (Type D) Special
For artists, performers, and athletes participating in events, productions, or competitions in Poland for over 90 days. Fee: EUR 200 (free for non-profit reps under 25).
National Visa – Religious Activity (Type D) Special
For clergy, missionaries, and religious workers serving Polish-registered religious organisations. Requires letter from sponsoring religious community. Fee: EUR 200.
National Visa – Volunteer Work (Type D) Special
For unpaid voluntary service with a registered Polish NGO or humanitarian organisation. Includes European Solidarity Corps placements. Fee: EUR 200.
National Visa – Business (Type D) Special
Long-stay visa for extended business negotiations, company establishment, or market research in Poland. Does not confer employee work rights. Fee: EUR 200.
National Visa – Polish Card (Karta Polaka) Holder (Type D) Special
Free national visa for holders of the Karta Polaka (Polish Card) confirming Polish ancestry. Immediate eligibility for permanent residence upon settling in Poland. Fee: Free.
Temporary Residence Permit – Research / Scientific Work Special
For non-EU scientists and researchers at accredited Polish research institutions under a hosting agreement. Up to 3 years; counts toward PR requirement. Fee: PLN 440.
Temporary Residence Permit – Business / Self-Employment Special
For non-EU nationals running a business in Poland as sole trader (JDG) or company owner. Must prove business benefits the Polish economy. Up to 3 years. Fee: PLN 440.
Polish Citizenship by Naturalization (Presidential Grant) Special
Polish citizenship granted at President's discretion. No minimum residency requirement defined by law. Processing typically over 1 year. Fee: EUR 360 at consulate.
Polish Citizenship by Recognition (Naturalization by Voivode) Special
Citizenship granted by regional governor (voivode) under defined eligibility criteria: 3-year PR route, spouse route (2yr+3yr marriage), 10-year residence route, Karta Polaka route, and more. Requires B1 Polish language certificate. Fee: PLN 219. Processing up to 2 months.
Permanent (2)
Permanent Residence Permit Permanent
Indefinite residence for non-EU nationals. Standard route: 5 years continuous legal residence + B1 Polish. Accelerated: EU Blue Card (33 months), spouse of Polish citizen (2yr+3yr marriage), Karta Polaka (immediate). Card valid 10 years. Fee: PLN 640 + PLN 100 card.
EU Long-Term Resident Permit Permanent
Indefinite EU-wide residence status after 5 years continuous legal residence. Enables living and working across the EU. Requires B1 Polish + income at least 1.5x minimum wage. Card valid 5 years (renewed; status does not expire). Fee: PLN 640 + PLN 100 card.
Frequently Asked Questions about moving to Poland
How many visa types does Poland offer?
Poland offers 29 visa and permit types across 6 categories — covering Schengen C visas, National D long-stay visas, work and residence permits, EU Blue Card, permanent residence, EU long-term resident status, and Polish citizenship pathways.
Can I move to Poland without a job offer?
Yes — 19 of Poland's 29 visa and permit types don't require a pre-arranged job offer. These include visitor visas, family reunification permits, study visas, business and self-employment permits, research permits, and all citizenship pathways.
Does Poland offer a pathway to permanent residency?
Yes. 17 of Poland's permit types lead — directly or indirectly — to permanent residency. The standard route requires 5 years of continuous legal residence plus a B1 Polish language certificate. EU Blue Card holders can qualify in 33 months (or 21 months with B1 Polish). Karta Polaka holders can apply for PR immediately. Spouses of Polish citizens need just 2 years of residence and 3 years of marriage.
What is the EU Blue Card salary requirement in Poland for 2026?
As of 9 February 2026, the EU Blue Card salary threshold in Poland is PLN 13,355.34 gross per month, representing 150% of the average national salary. The minimum employment contract duration was reduced to 6 months (from 12 months) under the 2025 EU Blue Card Directive recast reforms. Labour market test has been abolished.
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