Poland•EuropeNational Visa Type D - Business Activity
At a Glance
Processing Time
30 days
Application Fee
140 PLN
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term national visa for entrepreneurs and business owners establishing or running a business in Poland. Valid for up to one year, renewable, with pathway to permanent residency after 5 years.
The business activity visa and permit is for entrepreneurs and business owners establishing and running companies in Poland. It requires demonstrating genuine business activity with minimum annual revenue of EUR 15,000 or employment of 2+ Polish citizens full-time.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
15,000 EUR
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current and valid
Business registration
Certificate of business registration in Poland
Tax identification number (NIP)
Polish tax number
Financial statements
Tax returns showing EUR 15,000+ annual income
Health insurance
Valid Polish insurance or international policy
Accommodation proof
Rental agreement or property deed
Business plan
Overview of business activities
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Advantages
- Pathway to permanent residency and citizenship
- Family reunification possible
- Schengen travel rights
- Business ownership and control
- Renewable indefinitely if business continues
Considerations
- Requires active business operation
- Minimum EUR 15,000 annual revenue required
- Administrative burden of business compliance
- Must maintain business continuity
- Lengthy pathway to citizenship (6+ years)
Application Process
Register business in Poland
Establish company or sole proprietorship (JDG)
Demonstrate revenue
Show EUR 15,000+ annual revenue or equivalent business activity
Prepare documentation
Gather business registration, tax documents, financial proof
Apply for temporary residence
Apply at voivodeship office for business activity permit
Provide application for D visa
If applying from abroad, apply at consulate with business documents
Decision issued
Decision within 30 days
Application Forms
Temporary Residence Permit Application - Business Activity
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