Poland•EuropeNational Visa Type D - Scientific Research
At a Glance
Processing Time
30 days
Application Fee
140 PLN
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term national visa for researchers and scientists conducting research projects at Polish scientific institutions. Valid for up to one year, renewable.
The research visa is for scientists and researchers conducting scientific research or development work at Polish scientific institutions recognized by the Ministry of Interior and Administration. This includes university researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and research project participants.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
Master or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current and valid for research duration
Passport photos
2 recent photographs
Research agreement
Contract or agreement with Polish research institution
Institutional support letter
Letter from Polish institution confirming research position
Educational credentials
Master's degree or higher certification
Research CV
Detailed research background and publications
Health insurance
Valid medical insurance
Accommodation proof
Housing arrangement in Poland
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Advantages
- Supports academic and scientific advancement
- Renewable for continued research
- Schengen travel rights included
- Relatively straightforward for qualified researchers
- Access to Poland's Ulam programme for funding
Considerations
- Limited to approved research institutions
- Requires institutional sponsorship
- Not a pathway to permanent residency
- No work rights outside research
- Limited family reunification
Application Process
Secure research position
Get research agreement with Polish scientific institution
Obtain institutional support
Get support letter from Polish research organization
Prepare visa application
Gather research documents and institutional correspondence
Apply at consulate
Apply for D-type research visa at Polish consulate
Submit documents
Provide research agreement, educational credentials, support letters
Pay visa fee
Pay PLN 140
Decision issued
Visa decision within 30 days
Application Forms
National Visa Application - Researcher
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