Poland•EuropeSchengen Visa Type C - Tourist
At a Glance
Processing Time
0-15 days
Application Fee
80 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days
Renewable
No
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
Short-stay Schengen visa for tourism and leisure purposes. Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Available as single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visa.
The Schengen Type C visa is the standard short-stay visa for tourism, business visits, family visits, and short-term cultural activities. It permits travel within all 27 Schengen countries with freedom of movement.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
300 PLN
Personal
Passport Validity
10 years old, valid for at least 3 months after planned stay months
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Education
None or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IT, LV, LI, LT, LU, MT, NL, NO, PT, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Issued within last 10 years, valid for at least 3 months after planned stay, with at least 2 blank pages
Passport photos
2 recent color photos, 35x45mm, white background, no more than 6 months old
Travel medical insurance
Valid in Schengen area, minimum coverage EUR 30,000, covering entire stay
Proof of funds
Bank statements or financial documents showing sufficient funds
Return ticket
Proof of return travel or funds to purchase return ticket
Accommodation proof
Hotel booking or invitation letter
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Advantages
- Access to entire Schengen area
- Relatively straightforward application
- Reasonable processing time
- Multiple entry options available
Considerations
- Limited duration (90 days maximum)
- No work rights
- Cannot be extended
- Requires travel insurance
Application Process
Schedule visa appointment
Book appointment at Polish embassy or consulate
Prepare documents
Gather all required supporting documents
Submit application
Submit application and documents in person
Pay visa fee
Pay EUR 80 application fee
Biometric data collection
Provide fingerprints and photograph if required
Await decision
Wait for visa decision, typically up to 15 days
Application Forms
Schengen Visa Application Form
Form ID: Form 1419
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