Poland•EuropeNational Visa Type D - Work
At a Glance
Processing Time
15-30 days
Application Fee
140 PLN
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
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 employment in Poland. Requires valid work permit issued by Polish authorities. Valid for up to one year, valid for Schengen travel.
The work visa (Type D national visa) is issued to employees of Polish companies. It requires a work permit issued by the voivodeship office based on a labor market test (unless exemptions apply). The visa is valid for the duration of the employment contract, up to one year.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
51,600 PLN
per year
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 10 years old, valid for entire employment
Passport photos
2 recent photographs
Work permit
Issued by Polish voivodeship office
Employment contract
Signed contract with Polish employer
Health insurance
Polish social security or private insurance
Accommodation proof
Rental agreement or property deed
Criminal background
Certificate from country of origin
OptionalSponsor Documents
Work permit application
Employer submits at voivodeship office
Company registration
Proof employer is registered in Poland
Employment contract
Contract with foreign worker
Salary confirmation
Proof salary meets minimum wage requirements
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Advantages
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Can bring family members
- Schengen travel rights
- Work authorization included
- Renewable with continued employment
Considerations
- Requires employer sponsorship
- Labor market test required (except certain sectors)
- Dependent on employment contract
- Administrative processing lengthy
- Limited to maximum 1 year per visa (though renewable)
Application Process
Secure employment
Get job offer from Polish employer
Employer applies for work permit
Polish employer applies at voivodeship office
Receive work permit
Work permit issued (processing ~1-2 months)
Apply for D-type visa
Apply at Polish consulate with work permit
Submit documents
Provide employment contract and work permit
Pay visa fee
Pay PLN 140
Receive visa
Visa decision within 15-30 days
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