The Poland work visa officially entitles a non-EU citizen to legally work and stay in Poland. If you get a job offer from a company in Poland, your employer will apply for a work permit on your behalf. They will need to provide evidence that the job offer is genuine and that you meet the eligibility criteria. Once your work permit is processed, you can apply for a work visa through VFS. VFS Global is the official partner of the Embassy of Poland in India. Or you can apply for a Poland work VISA by directly taking an appointment at the Polish Embassy.
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How to Apply for Poland Work Visa?
- Your employer is responsible for the application for a work permit
- After getting a work permit, you will Apply for a Poland work VISA
- Once you are approved for your work visa, enter Poland and start working
Types of Work Permits in Poland
For non-EU citizens, such as Indians, looking to work in Poland, there are several types of work permits available that are valid as long as the work contract. These include
- Work Permit Type A
- Work Permit Type B
- Work Permit Type C
- Work Permit Type D
- Work Permit Type S
Eligibility criteria for Work Permit
Work Permit (Type A)
Foreign nationals such as Indians who are going to work for a Polish employer, sent by a foreign employer or will have a position on a management board in Poland can apply for this type of permit.
Work Permit (Type B)
Foreign nationals who will work as a board member in a legal entity or a limited company, in an organization, or join to manage a limited or a limited joint-stock partnership as a general partner or have proxy rights are eligible for a Type B visa. This visa is available for those who will reside in Poland for more than 6 months within a period of 12 subsequent months.
Work Permit (Type C or D)
This variant of work permit is issued in Poland to those individuals who work under a foreign employer and is sent to work in Poland at one of the employer’s offices there. It means individuals can obtain Type C or D work visas in Poland, especially if they are sent through an intra-company transfer.
Work Permit S
It is also known as Seasonal Work Permit which allows non-European Union citizens to work in Poland for a specific season in a seasonal industry such as agriculture or tourism. The permit is issued for a specified period of time and is tied to a specific employer and job.
Most Common Visas in Poland
For candidates who are coming from a non-EU Country for travel, leisure, business purposes, or work, they must obtain either a:
- Schengen C Visa: This visa allows them a 90-day stay within a six-month period.
- National D Visa: If they need to stay for more than three months, they will require this type of visa.
Poland VISA appointment link: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/blr/en/pol/book-an-appointment
Click here to read more about Schengen Visa in Europe.
What is a C-type Schengen visa?
It comes under the category of Uniform Schengen Visa. It is valid in the Schengen Area and permits its holder to remain in the territory of all of the Schengen Area Member Countries for a maximum of 90 days during a 180-day period.
Schengen Visa with limited territorial validity is valid in the territory of one or more Schengen Area Member States, but not in all the Schengen Area Member States and permits its holder to remain in their territories for a maximum of 90 days during a 180-day period.
What is a D- type National visa?
A D-type national visa permits one to enter the territory of the Republic of Poland and to stay continuously or for several successive times in this territory for a total duration of more than 90 days during the period of validity of the visa, but not longer than one year.
A D-type national visa also permits traveling in the territory of other Schengen Area Member States for up to 90 days during a 180-day period, during the validity period of the visa.
Note that if the employee wants to stay for more than 1 year, then after getting either a Type C or Type D visa, they can furthermore apply for Long Term residence permit.
Documents needed to Apply for Work Visa in Poland
After you get the work permit which will take 1-3 months to arrive, you can apply for a work Visa. To apply for a work visa, you need the following documents:
- A travel document (passport document) which:
- is valid for at least three months after the planned date for leaving the Schengen Area or, in the event of multiple visits, after the planned date for the last leave of the Schengen Area,
- contains at least two blank pages,
- was issued during the last ten years;
2. A filled-out and signed visa application
3. A photograph
4. Proof of visa payment
5. Medical travel insurance whose coverage amounts to not less than EUR 30,000, valid throughout the Schengen Area, and covering all expenses that may arise in connection with the need to return for medical reasons, a medical emergency, urgent hospitalization, or death;
6. A document confirming the purpose of the travel
7. A document confirming possession of adequate financial resources to cover the costs of living during the planned stay and to cover the costs of return to the country of origin or residence,
8. A document concerning accommodation or possession of financial resources to cover the costs of accommodation.
Supporting documents may be different depending on the country where a visa application is submitted. Read all requirements in detail on the official source of the Ministry of Poland by clicking here.
Work visa processing time
It takes up to six weeks to get a work visa. You should apply for a work visa minimum of two months before your joining date.
Validity of Polish National Visa
The validity of a Polish National Visa varies depending on the type of visa and the purpose of the stay.
- Short-stay National Visa (Type C): This type of visa is valid for stays of up to 90 days in a 180-day period.
- Long-stay National Visa (Type D): This type of visa is valid for stays of more than 90 days and is typically issued for purposes such as work, study, or family reunification. The validity of a long-stay national visa is about 1 year before it expires.
After that, you have to apply for a residence permit for staying in Poland for a longer period.
Extension of Poland Work Visa
You can extend your work visa if your employer has extended your contract. You have to apply for an extension of your Work visa 30 days before the expiry date.