Visa Information

Overview

If you are planning to stay in Poland territory or in the territory of all Schengen countries for up to 90 days (for one or more entries) for a period of six months, counted from the date of the first entry, or travel throughout the Schengen area to transit (train, car, airplane), you should apply for a Schengen visa С.

A Single Schengen visa (valid in the territory of the Schengen countries) gives the right to stay in the territory of all Schengen countries.

A Schengen visa with limited territorial validity (valid only in Poland or in the territory of the Schengen zone, but with the exception of one or more Schengen countries).

To the States of the Schengen agreement are: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.

The applicant can submit the documents not earlier than three months prior to the intended travel.

The main legislative acts for the adoption of the decisions, connected with the consideration of visa applications, is the Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (EC) № 810/2009 of 13 July 2009 establishing the EU Visa Agreement and the Agreement between the European Community and the Russian Federation on the facilitation of the issuance of visas to the citizens of the European Union and the Russian Federation.

Please be informed that in accordance to the article 5 of the EU Visa Agreement:

1. By the state-member, the competent to consider the petition for granting of a visa and take the solution is:
   1. the member state whose territory is the only destination of travel (trips);
   2. if the journey involves multiple destinations, - the member state, territory which is the main destination of the trip (trip) from the point of view of the length or purpose of stay, or
   3. if the main destination cannot be determined, the member state, through the external border of which the applicant intends to carry out the entrance to the territory the state-member.
2. A state-member which is competent to consider the petition for granting of a uniform visa for transit purposes and to make a decision, is:
   1. in case of transit through the territory of only one member state - the corresponding state-member, or
   2. in case of transit through the territory of several member States - a state-member, through the external border of which the applicant intends to start transit.
3. A state-member which is competent to consider the petition for granting of a visa for transit through the airport and take the solution is:
   1. in case of transit through only one airport to the state-member in whose territory the transit airport is situated, or
   2. in case of transit through two or more airports - state-member on whose territory is located the first transit airport.

Please be informed that bilateral agreements on the facilitation of the visa regime applied in respect of the following States: Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia, and Serbia.

In case of applying for a Schengen visa the first time, regardless of the purpose of the trip, the applicant must apply in person.

The term of consideration of visa applications.

In accordance with the Agreement between the European Community and The Russian Federation on the facilitation of the issuance of visas to citizens of the European Union and the Russian Federation the decision on the visa application is accepted within 10 calendar days from the date of receipt of the visa application and documents required for visa issuance, this period may be extended up to a maximum of 30 days, if there is a need for a more detailed consideration of the visa application.

In urgent cases, the decision can be made within three working days or less prior to scheduled arrival date, then the visa fee of EUR 70.

In order to apply for expedited visa, You have to contact the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Moscow prior to the submission of documents to the Visa application Centre.

In respect of nationals of States that do not have agreements on visa facilitation apply article 23 of the EU Visa Agreement:

1. A decision on the petition is admissible under article 19, shall be taken within 15 calendar days from the day of its submission.
2. In special cases, in particular, when you need more detailed study of the application or in cases of representation, when consultation with the authorities of the represented member state, the dates of this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days.
3. In exceptional cases, when special circumstances require additional documents, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

The territorial competence of the consulates:

In accordance with article 6 of the EU Visa Agreement: review of application and adoption of it solutions provides the competent Consulate of a member state, in the consular district of which resided lawfully petitioner. Consulate of the competent member state shall consider the petition, filed by a third-country national who is lawfully present but not resident in its consular district, and makes a decision if the petitioner has substantiated the application to this Consulate. In accordance article 7 of the EU Visa Agreement competence to issue visas to third country nationals who are lawfully within the territory of a member state, third country nationals who are lawfully within the territory of a member state which is required to have a visa to enter the territory of one or more other the member States submit their application for visa to the Consulate of a member state, the competent according to paragraphs 1 or 2 of article 5. Visa applications should be submitted to the territorially competent consular office under registration on a residence or the address of actual residence (determined in accordance with the place of work, business or study).

The consular district of the Consulate General of Republic of Poland in St.Petersburg covers: Saint - Petersburg, Leningrad region, Pskov region, Murmansk region, Arkhangelsk region, Novgorod region, Vologda region, Republic of Karelia, the Komi Republic and the Nenets autonomous district.

Principles of calculation of days of staying in the Schengen area:

18 October 2013 entered into force Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament and of the Council no 610/2013 of 26 June 2013 amending Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament and of the Council no 562/2006 of 15 March 2006 establishing a Community Code on the regime of crossing the people borders (Schengen code borders), Regulations (EC) of the Council no 1683/95 and no 539/2001 and Regulations (EC) of the European Parliament and of the Council no 767/2013 and # no 810/2009, regarding the calculation of stay of third country nationals on the territory of the member States (under Art. 7 of the above Regulations of the remaining provisions entered into force on 19 July of this year).

In the relevant visa regulations of the EU (i.e. Convention on the application of the Schengen agreement, WKW, location. 539/01, the provisions relating to the VIS and the format of the uniform Schengen visa) introduced the following changes terminology:

• the expression: "three months" shall be replaced by the expression "90 days";
• the expression "three months during the six-month period from the date of first entry" is replaced by the expression "90 days within each 180-day period"

In addition, every foreigner who plan their journey in the Schengen area, should check whether it has the right to enter the area, and how long can it stay, regardless of the period of validity of the visa.

These calculations need to be made at each scheduled entry and stay in the Schengen area.

Date of entry is the first day of stay on the territory of member States, and the day of departure-the last day of stay on the territory of the member States.

When calculating the length of stay on the territory of the member States are not taken into account periods of stay on the basis of the permission to stay or long-stay visa (type D), as well as the resolution on the so-called "local border movement.

The term " everyone" means, the need to "move" the beginning of the 180-day monitoring period in the past for each day of stay (as of the day of arrival and day of the validation process) during the 180-day period for checking the performance of the 90/180 - day conditions.

Being in Bulgaria, Croatia, Ireland, Romania, Cyprus and the UK will not be taken into account, because these countries are not part of the Schengen area. Thus, a stopover in countries that are not members of the EU, but in the Schengen area: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland will be taken into account when checking the conditions 90/180 days.

The application that facilitates the calculation of days of stay of a foreigner abroad, to determine the possibility to use the period of the following visas - this calculator Schengen.

It is available on the website of the European Commission: click here

The calculator is an auxiliary device, it does not give the right to stay during the period resulting from the count. To apply the provisions and decisions concerning the length of legal residence or of its violation can only border service of each of the States of the Schengen zone

Calculator checks only the principle of 90 days per 180 days, and does not calculate the actual duration of stay on the duration of stay, located on the visa sticker, as well as in relation to the period of visa validity.

Information for family members of EU citizen:

Consideration of visa applications family members of EU citizen is in accordance with a simplified procedure for issuing visas, as defined by the Act of 14 July 2006 on the entrance to the territory of Poland, stay and departure from the territory of citizens of member States of the EU and their family members, which implements the provisions of Directive 2004/38 The European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2006 on the right of citizens of the Union and their family members to move freely and reside in the territory of the member States.

A family member of an EU citizen is entitled to a free visa in the shortest possible time and according to the simplified procedure.

Visa applications of family members of citizens of the EU/European economic area/Swiss may be submitted directly to the Consular Department in the office hours (9.00 - 12.00) without prior registration.

The decision to refuse the visa application is accepted on the basis of the administrative decision. Appeal against a decision to refuse the visa application is submitted to the Minister of foreign Affairs.

Please visit the websites of the Ministry of foreign Affairs of Poland, Consulate General of Republic of Poland in St.Petersburg for more information.

Visa Fees

After submission of documents in the Visa Application Center please pay the required consular and service fees.

Visa Application Centres charge service fee of 11,19 Euros (including VAT) (payable in ruble as per central banks rate applicable at the fay of submitting your application)

From payment of visa fees for consideration of visa the statement released following categories of citizens of the Russian Federation:

1. close relatives - spouses, children (including adopted), parents (including custodians), grandparents and grandchildren-of citizens of the Russian Federation residing legally on the territory of the state-members;
2. members of official delegations who, on the basis of the official invitation addressed to the Russian Federation, shall participate in official meetings, consultations, negotiations or exchange programs, as well as in events held in the territory of the member States intergovernmental organizations;
3. members of national and regional governments and parliaments, constitutional courts and Supreme courts, if they are not exempted from the need to obtain visas in accordance with this Agreement;
4. pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake trips for the purpose of study or educational training;
5. persons with disabilities and their accompanying;
6. persons who have presented documents proving the need for humanitarian reasons, including to receive urgent medical treatment and persons accompanying them, as well as to attend the funeral or to visit a seriously ill close relative;
7. participants in youth international sports events (up to 25 years) and persons accompanying them;
8. persons participating in scientific, cultural and artistic activities, including University and other exchange programs;
9. participants in official exchange programs organized by twin cities.

Citizens of countries with which bilateral agreements have been signed with the European community on the facilitation of the issuance of visas, i.e.: Armenia, Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia, Serbia - pay the visa fee, established by these agreements.

With respect to citizens of other States shall apply the payment arising from the General provisions of the EU Visa Agreement. Exemption from the payment is determined p. 4 tbsp. 16 of the EU Visa Agreement.

In case the visa application has been accepted for examination, the visa fee is not refundable.

The person applying for a visa, receives a receipt confirming produced visa payment.

Following categories of persons are exempt from paying service fee in case of applying for short and long-term visa:

• Children under 6 years old.
• Disabled persons and one person accompanying the disabled.

Documents Required

According to the Federal law of the Russian Federation №152-FZ “On personal data” all applicants should sign “The consent to the processing of personal data”. Please note that an applicant who submits his/her documents through an authorized representative should also prepare this document in advance and submit it along with his/her Application. You can find the required document below:

“The consent to the processing of personal data”

List of documents according to the trip purpose

	Tourism
	Visiting relatives and friends
	Official and business travel
	Sports, scientific or cultural activity. Participants in official exchange programs
	Seamen
	Medical visa
	Transit
	Drivers
	Study

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

The MFA web site will show a list of approved insurance companies where insurance policies comply with the Aliens Act. Customers applying for a visa are allowed to provide an insurance policy of an insurance company not from the mentioned list, however, such policy should comply with the requirements established by the Aliens Act.

Attention! From the 01 July 2013 the new rules for application for a multiple-entry tourist visa came into force. Click “here” for more information. All applicants should apply their applications personally. Originals of documents, including additional documents depending on the purpose of travel, should be provided. All documents should be in Russian or Polish language. Originals of applicant’s internal passports, official certificates and notarized consents will be returned after their copy will be verified by visa application center specialist.

Means of Subsistence’s, Insurance

Money and health insurance, necessary for foreigner when entering the Republic of Poland

As per the new regulation of the Minister of Internal Affairs and Administration of Poland from 30.10.2007

Regulation determines:

• Amount of money that is required to have a foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland;
• Documents which may confirm the presence of required amount of money by the foreigner;
• Purpose of crossing a border by foreigner that determines the required amount

1. Foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland for a period not exceeding 3 days, must have the funds to cover the costs of accommodation, meals, arrival and departure from the territory of the Republic of Poland, of not less than 300 PLN or the equivalent amount in other currencies.
2. Foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland for more than 3 days, must have the funds to cover the costs referred to in art. 1. at least 100 PLN per each day of stay or equivalent of this amount in other currencies.
3. Documents that could confirm that foreigner has cash required to cover the costs of accommodation, meals, arrival and departure from the territory of the Republic of Poland, the amount referred to in art. 1 and 2 are:
   1. travellers cheques or credit card;
   2. Certificate of payment of funds at a bank or savings and loan institution, with representation on the territory of the Republic of Poland, of not less than a specified in art. 1 and 2 confirmed by the seal and signature of an authorized officer of the Bank or savings and loan institution, issued not earlier than one month before the intended crossing;
   3. Original invitation, referred to in art. 15, art. 2 laws on foreigners from June, 13th, 2003.

4. Documents that could confirm that foreigner has cash required to cover the costs related to the departure from the territory of the Republic of Poland may also be:

   1. A ticket to the country of origin or to another country;
   2. Document authorizing use of existing means of transport.

1. The Foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland should have at least 300 PLN per each day of stay or equivalent of this amount in other currencies to cover the costs of possible treatment.
2. Documents that could confirm that foreigner has cash required to cover the costs associated with treatment are:
   1. Original invitation, referred to in art. 15, art. 2 law on foreigners from June, 13th, 2003;
   2. Proof of coverage by the insurer the expenses related to the treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland.

1. Foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland:

   1. being a member of an organized tour group, youth camps, sport competitions,
   2. having paid stay in the Republic of Poland,
   3. in order to stay in the medical-sanatorium establishment,

   must have at least 20 PLN per each day of stay, but not less than 100 zł, and no less than 300 zł for costs associated with treatment, for every day of stay or equivalent of this amount in other currencies.

2. Availability of funds for costs associated with the treatment referred to in art. 1, can be confirmed by a document proving coverage by the insurer the expenses related to the treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland.

3. Documents that confirm the purpose of crossing the border by a foreign national referred to in art. 1, are:

   1. proof of participation in an organized tourist group, youth camp or sports competitions;
   2. proof of payment of stay in the Republic of Poland, at least accommodation and meals;
   3. Referral to medical-sanatorium establishment.

4. Proof of participation in an organized tourist group, youth camp or sports competitions referred to in art. 3, paragraph 1, should contain the full name, domicile and address of the foreigner in the case of an individual trip or list of persons included in the organized tour group, as well as:

   1. the originator of the document, the name and contact information;
   2. data relating to the organizer and the retailer of tourist services;
   3. Timeframes and place of stay in territory of Republic Poland;
   4. a detailed list of tourist services, and, in the case of a tourist trip-its detailed itinerary;
   5. Confirmation of payment for travel services with allocation of the cost of accommodation and meals, as well as the price of the service.

1. The foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland for the purpose of training in educational institutions, participation in scientific research or educational programs, must have:

   1. Money resources totaling 1086 PLN or the equivalent amount in foreign currencies for the cost of accommodation and meals during the two first months;
   2. Documents that could confirm that foreigner has cash required to cover the costs of accommodation and meals, are:
   1. Certificate of payment of funds at a bank or savings and loan institution, with representation on the territory of the Republic of Poland, of not less than a specified in art. 1, confirmed by the seal and signature of an authorized officer of the Bank or savings and loan institution, issued not earlier than one month before the intended crossing;
   2. Original invitation, referred to in art. 15, art. 2 law on foreigners from June, 13th, 2003;
   3. Document confirming the provision of scholarships.
2. Availability of funds for costs associated with the treatment referred to in art. 1, par. 2, can be confirmed by:
   1. The original invitation, referred to in art. 15, par. 2 of the Aliens Act from June 13, 2003;
   2. Proof of coverage by the insurer the expenses related to the treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland.
3. Document that can confirm the purpose of crossing the border by a foreign national referred to in art. 1, a certificate of enrolment in an educational institution, participation in scientific research or educational programs.
4. In case of certificates referred to in art. 2, paragraph 1, that the foreigner will be taught at school, to participate in research or training programs on a paid basis, also requires proof of payment for the first year of studies or for the whole period of study, if its duration is less than one year, or proof of sufficient funds for the settlement of payment specified in this certificate.

In case the foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland confirms the presence of monetary funds in foreign currency, it is used the average rate of the currency of the National Bank of Poland on the last working day preceding the date of the entry of the foreigner into the territory to transfer the money into Polish currency

Photo Specifications

General requirements

• Photo for each visa applicant must be an un mounted, full face photo as described below
• Photo must be taken within the last 6 months, for small children within the last 3 months.

Photo size: Photo submitted must measure as below mentioned

• 35 mm x 45 mm with the head centered in the frame.
• The head (measured from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin) should measure about 30 mm

Photo Appearance

• The photo must be a full-face front view in which the visa applicant is facing the camera directly, with closed mouth, without smile.
• The face should cover about 70-80 percent of the photo area.
• The photo must be in color, made on matte or glossy paper and have only a white background. Photos with dark, busy, or patterned backgrounds will not be accepted.
• In general, the applicant's head, including both face and hair, should be shown from the crown of the head to the tip of the chin on top and bottom and from hairline side-to-side. It is preferable that ears be exposed.
• Sunglasses or other wear, which detracts from the face, are not acceptable unless required for medical reasons (an eye patch, for example).
• A photo depicting a person wearing a traditional facemask or veil that does not permit adequate identification is not acceptable.

Attention: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photos presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Download Forms

Below are forms for visa applications in Russian and Polish.

You can download, fill out and print any version. It is recommended to use duplex printing to print the application form. Please note that the application form has to be filled in on computer (not manually).

If you cannot complete the visa application form on your own, you can order this service at the visa application centre and our specialists will fill in the application form for you for additional fee.

Register and print out the visa application form

Overview

National visa D

Validity period of the visa and duration of stay depends on the purpose of the visit to Poland. The visa can be issued for one, two or multiple entries.

Visa type "D" is a national visa. Type "D" visa is issued to foreign nationals who wish to study in the schools and universities of Poland or to work in Poland, as well as to holders of the Card of Pole.

If you plan to stay in the territory of Poland with a purpose of work or study for the period of more than 90 days (i.e., minimum 91 days and maximum 365 days a year) or if you possess a Polish card, you must apply for a national visa D.

National visa D gives the right to:

• stay in the territory of Poland during the period of stay and the period of validity of the visa;
• move in the territory of other Schengen countries, up to 3 months within a half-year;

Visa processing period

The decision on your application can be taken within 10 days. As an exceptional case the period of processing can be extended up to 60 days.

Visa Fees

After filing documents in the visa application Centre, please pay the required application fee.

Attention:

1. Visa Application Centres charge service fee of 11,19 Euros (including VAT) (payable in ruble as per central banks rate applicable at the fay of submitting your application)
2. The above mentioned fees are related for the processing of the visa application and are non-refundable in case of refusal of a visa.
3. Owners of Pole’s Card shall be exempt from payment of consular fee.

Documents Required

According to the Federal law of the Russian Federation №152-FZ “On personal data” all applicants should sign “The consent to the processing of personal data”. Please note that an applicant who submits his/her documents through an authorized representative should also prepare this document in advance and submit it along with his/her Application. You can find the required document below:

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

“The consent to the processing of personal data”

Kindly note that effective the 23 September the submission of applications will be accepted only in person. Originals of documents, including additional documents depending on the purpose of travel, should be provided. All provided documents should be in Russian or Polish language. This rule is exempt for the following cases:

Documents required for obtaining a national visa type "D":

1. Visa application form completed and signed by the applicant.
2. Travel document valid for at least three months after the intended date of (last) departure from the Schengen area, containing at least two blank pages and issued within the previous ten years.
3. Photograph (please see requirements)
4. Travel medical insurance covering the entire period of intended stay, valid for all Schengen States and covering any expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgency medical attention, emergency hospital treatment or death during the stay. The minimum coverage must be €30.000. The MFA web site will show a list of approved insurance companies where insurance policies comply with the Aliens Act. Customers applying for a visa are allowed to provide an insurance policy of an insurance company not from the mentioned list, however, such policy should comply with the requirements established by the Aliens Act.
5. Copy of the internal passport (issued at the age of 14): pages concerning the applicant's biodata, foreign passport(s) issued to him/her, his/her marital status and registration in Russia.
6. In cases of minors:
   1. Copy of the birth certificate.
   2. Consent of the parental authority or legal guardian should be required only if the minor travels alone or only with one parent. Exceptions should be made to this if the single parent with whom the minor is to travel holds the parental authority alone (i.e. in cases where the other parent has deceased or been deprived of custody, e.g. a death certificate of the other parent or a court degree vesting custody exclusively in the parent who is signing the application would be requested).
   3. Copy of the valid Schengen visa of the parent(s) travelling with the minor for whom a visa is not applied at the same time with the parent(s).
7. In cases of third-country nationals, proof of legal residence in the Russian Federation in line with federal legislation (e.g. residence permit, long-term visa or FMS registration), valid for at least three months after the planned return from the Schengen area or a document proving that the applicant has applied for a renewal of proof of legal residence. If not resident, proof of legal presence in the Russian Federation and justification for submitting visa application in the Russian Federation instead of the country of residence.

Documents certifying the purpose of travel:

Persons with polish card:

- original and copy of the polish card

A work permit on the territory of the RP:

• original and copy of the document that guarantees a job in RP, issued by the Provincial administration

  or

• original and copy of a statement of intention assigning to a foreign citizen, registered in the powiat administration of employment.

  or

• original and copy of statement that a foreign citizen is guaranteed employment

  or

• original and copy of statement issued by agency for temporary employment that a foreign citizen is provided with a temporary employment.

  or

• original and copy of registration of seasonal work employment statement.

Pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers:

• a written request or a certificate (original and copy) from the host University, Academy, Institute, college or school or the
• Student card (original) or a certificate of enrolment on the course (original and copy) that the person will attend.

Attention! Student card can be seen as a confirmation of the travel purpose only if it is issued by the host University, Academy, Institute, college or school in which training is going to be.

Attention! Click here to see the list of documents required for obtaining a national visa type "D" for the purpose of: “passing the first degree (bachelor’s degree), second degree (master’s or specialty), doctoral studies , with the aim of passing the internship and participating in the European volunteer program”.

Means of Subsistence’s, Insurance

Money and health insurance, necessary for foreigner when entering the Republic of Poland

As per the new regulation of the Minister of Internal Affairs and Administration of Poland from 30.10.2007

Order determines:

• Amount of money that is required for entering the territory of the Republic of Poland;
• Documents which may confirm the identity of foreigner;
• Purpose of crossing the border, which influences the amount of money that a foreigner must have.

1. A foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland for a period not exceeding 3 days, must have the funds to cover the expenses of accommodation, meals, entry and exit from the territory of the Republic of Poland, of not less than 300 PLN or the equivalent amount in other currencies.
2. A foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland for more than 3 days, must have the funds to cover the expenses referred to in art. 1. at least 100 PLN per each day of stay or equivalent of this amount in other currencies.

3. Documents that could confirm the identity of the foreigner and money required to cover the expenses of accommodation, meals, entry and exit from the territory of the Republic of Poland, the amount referred to in art. 1 and 2 are:

   1. travellers cheques or credit card;
   2. Proof of payment from a bank or savings and loan institution, with representation on the territory of the Republic of Poland, of not less than a specified in art. 1 and 2 confirmed with the seal and signature of an authorized officer of the Bank or savings and loan institution, issued not earlier than one month before the intended crossing;
   3. Original invitation, referred to in art. 15, art. 2 law on foreigners since June, 13th, 2003.

4. Documents that could confirm the identity of the foreigner and money required to cover the expenses related to the departure from the territory of the Republic of Poland may also be:

   1. a ticket to the country of origin or to another country;
   2. Document authorizing use of existing means of transport.

1. A foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland should have to cover the expenses of possible treatment, at least 300 PLN per each day of stay or equivalent of this amount in other currencies.

2. Documents that could confirm the identity of the foreigner and money required to cover the expenses related to treatment are:

   1. Original invitation, referred to in art. 15, art. 2 law on foreigners since June, 13th, 2003;
   2. Proof of coverage by the insurer the expenses related to the treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland.

1. A foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland:

   1. is a member of an organized tour group, youth camps, sport competitions,
   2. having paid stay in the Republic of Poland,
   3. with purpose to stay in the medical-sanatorium establishment,

   Must have at least 20 PLN per each day of stay, but not less than 100 zł, and no less than 300 zł for expenses related to treatment, for every day of stay or equivalent of this amount in other currencies.

2. Availability of funds for expenses related to the treatment referred to in art. 1, can be confirmed by a document of insurer meeting the expenses related to the treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland.

3. Documents that confirm the purpose of crossing the border by a foreigner referred to in art. 1, are:

   1. proof of participation in an organized tourist group, youth camp or sports competitions;
   2. proof of payment of stay in the Republic of Poland, at least accommodation and meals;
   3. Referral to medical-sanatorium establishment.

4. Proof of participation in an organized tourist group, youth camp or sports competitions referred to in art. 3, paragraph 1, should contain the full name, domicile and address of the foreigner in the case of an individual trip or list of persons included in the organized tour group, as well as:

   1. the originator of the document, the name and contact information;
   2. data relating to the organizer and the retailer of tourist services;
   3. Timeframes and place of stay in territory of Republic Poland;
   4. a detailed list of tourism services, and, in the case of a tourist trip, its detailed itinerary;
   5. Confirmation of payment for travel services with allocation of the expenses of accommodation and meals, as well as the service price.

1. A foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland for the purpose of training in educational institutions, participation in scientific research or educational programs, must have:

   1. money resources totaling 1600 PLN or the equivalent amount in foreign currencies for the expenses of accommodation and meals for the two first months;
   2. The amount of 300 PLN or the equivalent amount in foreign currencies for expenses associated with treatment, for every day of stay within one month from the date of entry.

2. Documents that could confirm the identity of the foreigner and money required to cover the expenses of accommodation and meals, are:

   1. Proof of payment from a bank or savings and loan institution, with representation on the territory of the Republic of Poland, of not less than a specified in art. 1, confirmed with the seal and signature of an authorized officer of the Bank or savings and loan institution, issued not earlier than one month before the intended crossing;
   2. Original invitation, referred to in art. 15, art. 2 law on foreigners since June, 13th, 2003;
   3. Document confirming the provision of scholarships.

3. Availability of funds for expenses related to the treatment referred to in art. 1, par. 2, can be confirmed by:

   1. The original invitation, referred to in art. 15, par. 2 of the Foreigners Act since June 13, 2003;
   2. Proof of coverage by the insurer the expenses related to the treatment in the territory of the Republic of Poland.
   3. Document that can confirm the purpose of crossing the border by a foreigner referred to in art. 1, a certificate of enrolment in an educational institution, participation in scientific research or educational programs.
   4. In case of certificates referred to in art. 2, paragraph 1, that the foreigner will be taught at school, will participate in research or training programs on a paid basis, also requires proof of payment for the first year of studies or for the whole period of study, if its duration is less than one year, or proof of sufficient funds for the settlement of payment specified in this certificate.

In case the foreigner entering the territory of the Republic of Poland confirms the presence of monetary funds in foreign currency, it is used the average rate of the currency of the National Bank of Poland on the last working day preceding the date of the entry of the foreigner into the territory Poland to transfer the money into Polish currency.

Photo Specifications

General requirements

• Photo for each visa applicant must be an un-mounted, full face photo as described below
• Photo must have been taken within the last 6 months, for small children within the last 3 months.

Photo size: Photo submitted must measure as below mentioned

• 35 mm x 45 mm with the head centered in the frame.
• The head (measured from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin) should measure about 30 mm

Photo Appearance

• The photo must be a full-face front view in which the visa applicant is facing the camera directly, with closed mouth, without smile.
• The face should cover about 70-80 percent of the photo area.
• The photograph must be in color, made on matte or glossy paper and have only a white background. Photos with dark, busy or patterned backgrounds will not be accepted.
• In general, the applicant's head, including both face and hair, should be shown from the crown of the head to the tip of the chin on top and bottom and from hairline side-to-side. It is preferable that ears be exposed.
• Sunglasses or other wear, which detracts from the face, are not acceptable unless required for medical reasons (an eye patch, for example).
• A photo depicting a person wearing a traditional facemask or veil that does not permit adequate identification is not acceptable.

Attention: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Download Forms

Below are forms for visa applications in Russian and Polish.

You can download, fill out and print any version. It is recommended to use duplex printing to print the application form. Please note that the application form has to be filled in on computer (not manually).

If you cannot complete the visa application form on your own, you can order this service at the visa application centre and our specialists will fill in the application form for you for additional fee.

Register and print out the visa application form