How to apply for a Poland student visa

To study in Poland as an international student, you must have a student visa unless you are a citizen of an EU countries.

To study in Poland, you only need to register your residency with the Voivodship (Provincial) Office if you are from an EU member state and have a valid ID and travel papers.

The D type visa, which allows you to stay and study in Poland for one year, is required for all other international students. Before your visa expires, you must apply for a temporary residence permit if you want to stay longer.

Polish student visa process

• Verify your university placement: Prior to submitting a visa application, you must have accepted an offer from a Polish university and have documentation proving your enrollment.

• Find the Polish consulate in your area here: To have your visa application completed, you must go to a Polish embassy or consulate in your home country. Here you may locate the Polish consulate in your area.

• Make an appointment for a visa at the consulate: You should probably register online at the website of the Polish consulate first.

• Prepare your paperwork: A complete list of the documents you'll need is provided below. Consulates may have different special criteria, so check with them beforehand.

• Attend the appointment and deliver the paperwork: Send in all the required paperwork, along with a printed and signed application form and the required visa fee. Within two to three weeks, you ought to hear back.

Poland study visa requirements

The following papers are required when applying for Poland study visa for Indians:

• a filled-out and signed application for a student visa for Poland

• current passport (must be valid for three months after your planned departure from Poland)

• Authentic letter of acceptance from a Polish university

• a resume

• certificates and degrees from schools

• Evidence of your English language ability

• Proof that you have the resources to support yourself while you study

• Health insurance documents

• a single passport-sized picture

• evidence of lodging in Poland

• Documentation for transportation, such as a train or plane ticket

Polish student visa processing time

It should take 15 days for your visa to be reviewed and for you to receive a response once you have submitted your application and all necessary paperwork.

Despite the speedy turnaround, you should still begin your application well before the date of your departure. Processing could take significantly longer in specific circumstances, and omitting any papers could cause delays.

Once you obtain your admission letter, you can begin your application three months prior to the start of your enrollment.