Poland
Poland
Schengen
Europe
Poland is located in Central Europe, bordering Russia, Lithuania and the Baltic Sea in the north, Belarus and Ukraine in the east, Germany in the west and the Czech and Slovak Republics in the south. There is a significant northern European lowland on the relief of Poland, whose average height is 173 m. The large rivers Odra, Wisła and Varta flow through the lowland. The Carpathians and the Tatras are the second geographical fact of Poland, where the highest Polish mountain Rysy (2,499 m) is located. A land of striking beauty, Poland is punctuated by great forests and rivers, broad plains, and tall mountains. Warsaw (Warszawa), the country’s capital, combines modern buildings with historic architecture, most of which was heavily damaged during World War II but has since been faithfully restored in one of the most thoroughgoing reconstruction efforts in European history. Other cities of historic and cultural interest include Poznań, the seat of Poland’s first bishopric; Gdańsk, one of the most active ports on the busy Baltic Sea; and Kraków, a historic centre of arts and education and the home of Pope John Paul II, who personified for the Polish their country’s struggle for independence and peace in modern times.
About Poland
POLISH CUISINE
Polish cuisine reflects the closeness of the cultures of neighboring countries.
There is a noticeable influence in Russian, German, Austrian, Czech, but also Italian and French cuisine. The rich national cuisine is influenced by the nations with which it has been in direct contact, and is very diverse regionally. Typical foods of Polish cuisine are sauerkraut, beets, cucumbers, kohlrabi, cream, mushrooms, smoked and other types of sausages. The meat is especially aromatic in Poland thanks to the use of spices such as dill, cumin, marjoram, pepper and parsley. The most popular desserts are cakes and pies, and a glass of vodka after a good lunch is also suitable because it facilitates digestion.
Travel Documents and Entry Requirements for non-EU Nationals
All EEA citizens and Swiss citizens can travel to Poland under the visa-free regime. Third-country nationals are required to apply for a visa to travel or live in Poland. The visa depends on nationality and purpose.
The documents you need to present to the Polish border officer are as follows:
Passport validity
You must have at least 6 months left on an adult or child passport to travel to most countries in Europe. The document has to be issued within the previous 10 years and valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave the EU. Beware that EU members such as Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland and Romania are not part of the Schengen Area.
Schengen Visa
If you do not know if you need a visa to enter Schengen, click here. Download the Schengen Visa Application Form or visit the Polish Ministry of European and International Affairs to check the current status regarding the visa and the conditions for issuing it here.
Schengen Insurance
Confirmation that you have travel and health insurance for Poland and the whole territory of Schengen, which meets Visa Code (Regulation EC No. 810/2009) conditions for a Schengen visa. Travel health insurance policies for foreigners travelling to Poland that fulfil Polish Visa requirements can be purchased online from schengen.insure and it‘s accepted by Polish Embassies and Consulates worldwide.
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Entry requirements for non-EU citizens
The two main documents you will to enter Poland if are not a EU citizen are a valid travel document (passport) and a visa.
VISA As a general rule you need a visa to enter Poland. Poland is a part of the Schengen zone, so you can apply for a Polish visa and travel all around Europe.
There are several types of visas to choose from:
“A” type – valid only for airport transit; does not entitle the holder to leave the airport transit zone
“C” type – a short-term Schengen visa allowing the holder to stay in the Schengen territory for up to 90 days in 180 days period
“D” type – a long-term national visa issued for up to one year allowing travel around the Schengen area for up to 90 days in a 180 days period A visa can only be extended in exceptional situations. Should you need to stay in Poland longer than specified in your visa please do apply for the temporary residence permit.
FIVE EASY STEPS TO GET A VISA
1. Find a Polish consulate that can process you application. You can use the MFA’s search engine http://mfa.gov.pl
2. Read carefully ALL the information concerning visa application on the consulate’s website and follow ALL the instructions.
3. Set a visa appointment with the consulate. In most cases you will have to register through the website: http://www.e-konsulat.gov.pl
4. Prepare the necessary documents, including: application form, travel document (passport), biometric photo, health insurance, sufficient means to support yourself, documents confirming the purpose of your stay. The specifics of the required documentation may vary among consulates, so confirm them with the consulate’s website!
5. Submit all the documents including a printed and signed application form and the visa fee. Your visa application is complete. It will take up to 15 days for it to be reviewed. Processing of visa applications filed in other countries may take more time.
Note!
Parents or legal guardians should apply on behalf of applicants younger than 18 years old.
Visa fee
The fee varies between 0 and 70 euro, depending on the type of visa and the citizenship of the applicant. The fee is non-returnable, even in the case of an unsuccessful application.
About Poland
POLISH CUISINE
Polish cuisine reflects the closeness of the cultures of neighboring countries.
There is a noticeable influence in Russian, German, Austrian, Czech, but also Italian and French cuisine. The rich national cuisine is influenced by the nations with which it has been in direct contact, and is very diverse regionally. Typical foods of Polish cuisine are sauerkraut, beets, cucumbers, kohlrabi, cream, mushrooms, smoked and other types of sausages. The meat is especially aromatic in Poland thanks to the use of spices such as dill, cumin, marjoram, pepper and parsley. The most popular desserts are cakes and pies, and a glass of vodka after a good lunch is also suitable because it facilitates digestion.Travel Documents and Entry Requirements for non-EU Nationals
All EEA citizens and Swiss citizens can travel to Poland under the visa-free regime. Third-country nationals are required to apply for a visa to travel or live in Poland. The visa depends on nationality and purpose.
The documents you need to present to the Polish border officer are as follows:
Passport validity
You must have at least 6 months left on an adult or child passport to travel to most countries in Europe. The document has to be issued within the previous 10 years and valid for at least 3 months after the date you intend to leave the EU. Beware that EU members such as Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland and Romania are not part of the Schengen Area.
Schengen Visa
If you do not know if you need a visa to enter Schengen, click here. Download the Schengen Visa Application Form or visit the Polish Ministry of European and International Affairs to check the current status regarding the visa and the conditions for issuing it here.
Schengen Insurance
Confirmation that you have travel and health insurance for Poland and the whole territory of Schengen, which meets Visa Code (Regulation EC No. 810/2009) conditions for a Schengen visa. Travel health insurance policies for foreigners travelling to Poland that fulfil Polish Visa requirements can be purchased online from schengen.insure and it‘s accepted by Polish Embassies and Consulates worldwide.
Entry requirements for non-EU citizens
The two main documents you will to enter Poland if are not a EU citizen are a valid travel document (passport) and a visa.
VISA As a general rule you need a visa to enter Poland. Poland is a part of the Schengen zone, so you can apply for a Polish visa and travel all around Europe.
There are several types of visas to choose from:
“A” type – valid only for airport transit; does not entitle the holder to leave the airport transit zone
“C” type – a short-term Schengen visa allowing the holder to stay in the Schengen territory for up to 90 days in 180 days period
“D” type – a long-term national visa issued for up to one year allowing travel around the Schengen area for up to 90 days in a 180 days period A visa can only be extended in exceptional situations. Should you need to stay in Poland longer than specified in your visa please do apply for the temporary residence permit.
FIVE EASY STEPS TO GET A VISA
1. Find a Polish consulate that can process you application. You can use the MFA’s search engine http://mfa.gov.pl
2. Read carefully ALL the information concerning visa application on the consulate’s website and follow ALL the instructions.
3. Set a visa appointment with the consulate. In most cases you will have to register through the website: http://www.e-konsulat.gov.pl
4. Prepare the necessary documents, including: application form, travel document (passport), biometric photo, health insurance, sufficient means to support yourself, documents confirming the purpose of your stay. The specifics of the required documentation may vary among consulates, so confirm them with the consulate’s website!
5. Submit all the documents including a printed and signed application form and the visa fee. Your visa application is complete. It will take up to 15 days for it to be reviewed. Processing of visa applications filed in other countries may take more time.
Note!
Parents or legal guardians should apply on behalf of applicants younger than 18 years old.
Visa fee
The fee varies between 0 and 70 euro, depending on the type of visa and the citizenship of the applicant. The fee is non-returnable, even in the case of an unsuccessful application.