Student visa
Poland
Poland's Type D visa is document-heavy but predictable: admission, insurance, funds and accommodation, followed by a temporary residence card once you are in the country.
- Visa type
- Type D — study
- Processing time
- 4–12 weeks (varies by consulate)
- Government fees
- €80 (PLN equivalent)
- Our service fee
- ₹18,000
- Funds required
- PLN 776/month + return travel funds
Document checklist
8 items the mission expects with your application.
- 1
Admission letter
From the Polish university.
- 2
Tuition payment proof
Receipt of the first payment.
- 3
Bank statements
Living costs of PLN 776/month plus return ticket funds.
- 4
Health insurance
NFZ or equivalent cover for the entry period.
- 5
Accommodation proof
Dorm or rental confirmation.
- 6
Academic certificates
Legalised or with apostille where required.
- 7
Passport + photographs
With required validity.
- 8
Visa fee payment
Paid at the consulate per its tariff.
Step by step
- 1
Admission and tuition
Pay and collect official receipts.
- 2
Arrange insurance
NFZ voluntary or equivalent private cover.
- 3
Consular appointment
Book early — Polish consulates run long queues.
- 4
Arrive on the D visa
Complete university enrolment.
- 5
Karta pobytu
Apply for the temporary residence card before the visa expires.
Appointments
In-person at the Polish consulate/VFS
Avoid these mistakes
- Apply three months ahead — consular queues are the main risk.
- File the residence card application as soon as you arrive; it takes months.
- Universities usually help with NFZ insurance registration — use their office.
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