Visa & Residence Card Poland

VISA

Once you complete all formalities related to university admission and receive an official invitation from your future school, it’s time to apply for a visa.

You can apply for a study visa (D-type Nationalvisa) at the Polish Consulate in your country or in the country with the nearest jurisdiction.

\ Local partners of Hermesis are available to help you through the visa process. They can assist with booking an appointment, checking your documents, and preparing you for your appointment at the Polish Embassy.

Key Points About the D-Type Visa:

• A D-typenational visa allows you to enter Poland and stay for more than 90 days (up to a maximum of one year) during its validity period.
• It also permits travel within the SchengenArea for up to 90 days in a 180-day period during the validity of the visa.

Documents Required for a D-Type Visa:

1. Travel document (passport) with at least two blank pages and valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure date.
2. Completed and signed visa applicationform.
3. A recent photograph meeting visa requirements.
4. Proof of visa payment.
5. Medical travel insurance with coverage of at least EUR 30,000, covering medical emergencies, hospitalization, and repatriation if necessary.
6. Supporting documents:
• Proof of your purpose of travel (e.g., admission letter from the university).
• Evidence of sufficient financial resources to cover your stay, including living expenses and return travel (e.g., bank statements or financial guarantees).
• Proof that you will leave Poland before the visa expires (e.g., return flight ticket or employment/academic ties in your home country).
• Any other documents required by the specific Polish Consulate processing your application.

Important: The exact list of required supporting documents may vary depending on your country of application. Contact your local consular post for detailed requirements.

For additional information, visit the official Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs website: Minister of Foreign Affairs: Visas

TEMPORARY RESIDENCE CARD (TRC)

A Temporary Residence Card (TRC) is issued to foreign nationals whose primary purpose for staying in Poland is to pursue full-time higher education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or doctoral studies).

Eligibility for a TRC:

• You must be enrolled in full-time studies at a Polish higher education institution.
• Foreign nationals participating in a preparatory course to study in Polish or English may also apply if their stay will exceed 3 months.

A TRC allows you to legally stay in Poland for the duration of your studies, provided your residence is longer than three months.

Hermesis offers legal assistance with TRC applications to make the process smoother and ensure compliance with Polish regulations.

This version has been updated and verified against official sources like the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Office for Foreigners. Let me know if you’d like any additional refinements!