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23 — National Visa – Other (Humanitarian/Temporary)

Poland

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23 — National Visa – Other (Humanitarian/Temporary)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

15-30 days

Application Fee

200 EUR

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Issued for humanitarian grounds, state interest, or international obligations.

The PL-23 visa is a flexible category reserved for humanitarian cases, state interests, or international obligations. It is designed to provide a legal pathway for individuals in exceptional circumstances. Fees are typically waived for these applications.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 year

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Temporary Residence Permit for Humanitarian Reasons

Poland

Temporary Residence Permit for Humanitarian Reasons

Validity3 years

Processing1-4 months

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PR-Permit — Permanent Residence Permit

Poland

PR-Permit — Permanent Residence Permit

ValidityVaries (Permanent right to reside after 10-year validity period. Can be renewed.)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Proof of humanitarian grounds, state interest, or international obligations

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Visa application form

Biometric photo

Proof of humanitarian grounds

Health insurance

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Often fee-exempt
Addresses urgent or special circumstances

Worth Knowing

Highly dependent on individual circumstances
Requires strong evidence of humanitarian need
Failure to substantiate humanitarian claims

Application Process

1

Register on e-konsulat portal

2

Prepare documents

3

Submit at consulate/VAC

4

Collect passport

Application Forms

e-konsulat portal

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