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Long-stay visas (Type D)

Polish National Visa (Type D)

Poland's long-stay entry visa for stays over 90 days, issued abroad by Polish consulates for a specific purpose such as work, study or family.

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Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Poland government website before you apply.
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Issued by
Polish consulates / Ministry of Foreign Affairs (abroad)
Maximum validity
Up to 1 year
Covers stays
Longer than 90 days
Schengen travel
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
In other Schengen states while the D visa is valid
Health insurance
Travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000

Who it's for

  • Third-country nationals who need to enter Poland for a stay of more than 90 days
  • People coming to work, study, join family, conduct business or carry out research who will legalise their longer stay through a residence permit once in Poland

Requirements

  • A valid travel document (passport)
  • A documented purpose of stay (e.g. work-permit promise, university admission, proof of family ties)
  • Travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000 valid for the planned stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the stay and return
  • A completed visa application and biometrics submitted at the competent consulate

How to apply

Applications are made at the Polish consulate responsible for the applicant's place of residence, usually via the e-Konsulat / online registration system, followed by an in-person appointment for fingerprints and document submission.

The required supporting documents depend on the purpose of stay. A work application, for example, needs the original promise or work permit issued by the Polish voivode; a study application needs a certificate of admission from the educational institution; a family application needs civil-status documents proving the relationship.

Because a national visa lasts at most one year, applicants intending to remain longer should plan to apply for a temporary residence permit inside Poland before it expires.

Frequently asked questions

  • A Type C is the short-stay Schengen visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. A Type D is Poland's own national long-stay visa for continuous stays longer than 90 days and up to one year.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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