Poland•EuropeTemporary Residence Permit - Graduate
At a Glance
Processing Time
30 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
9 months
Renewable
No
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
Residence permit for recent graduates of Polish universities seeking employment or starting a business. Valid for 9 months from graduation.
Graduates of Polish universities can apply for a temporary residence permit valid for 9 months to search for employment or establish a business. This permit does not include work authorization, but graduates can obtain work permits once employment is secured.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
9,312 PLN
per year
Minimum Savings
2,500 PLN
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, NO, IS, LI, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current and valid
University diploma
Official diploma or completion certificate
Student residence permit
Copy of previous student residence permit
Accommodation proof
Current address in Poland
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Advantages
- Easy transition from student status
- 9-month job search period
- Valid for business establishment
- Simple application process
- Gateway to work permits
Considerations
- No work authorization included
- Only issued once
- Limited 9-month duration
- Non-renewable
- Must secure work permit within 9 months to stay
Application Process
Complete university studies
Finish full-time academic program at Polish university
Apply for graduate permit
Apply at voivodeship office immediately after graduation
Submit documentation
Provide diploma/certificate of completion
Decision issued
Decision typically within 30 days
Use for job search/business launch
Use 9-month period to find employment or start business
Application Forms
Graduate Residence Permit Application
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