Arrival

Student visa and residence in Poland

Use official immigration guidance for your nationality, programme length and current circumstances.

The route for Poland

Entry and residence depend on nationality and intended stay. Students who need permission should verify the current national visa and temporary-residence sequence through Polish consular guidance and the Office for Foreigners.

Wait for the right admission document

Applications commonly require an admission or enrolment document. Confirm the exact document and timing with the institution and relevant authority.

Use current official guidance

Rules can change by nationality and study length. Verify the current checklist with Polish Office for Foreigners before booking travel.

Information you can trust

Reviewed 2026-08-26 against Study in Poland / Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange, Polish Office for Foreigners. Programme records remain managed centrally in SIT Connect.

National references: Study in Poland / Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange; Polish Office for Foreigners.

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