Poland•EuropeTemporary Residence Permit - Seasonal Work
At a Glance
Processing Time
30 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
3 to 9 months
Renewable
Yes
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
Temporary work permit for seasonal employment in agriculture, horticulture, tourism, forestry, and other sectors. Valid for up to 9 months within a 12-month period.
Seasonal work permits are available for citizens of Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Russia, and Ukraine. They allow temporary employment for up to 9 months in a 12-month period in agriculture, horticulture, tourism, forestry, hunting, and fishing sectors.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
51,600 PLN
per year
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity from employment start
Employment contract
Signed contract with Polish employer specifying season/duration
Health insurance
Valid for duration of employment
Accommodation proof
Employer or worker arranged accommodation
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Proof employer registered in Poland
Employment contract
Contract specifying seasonal work dates
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Advantages
- Quick approval process
- Specific citizenship list advantages for Eastern Europeans
- Straightforward seasonal arrangement
- Can extend seasonally if not exceeding 9-month annual limit
Considerations
- Limited to 9 months per year maximum
- No family reunification
- Strictly seasonal, not pathway to permanent status
- Limited to specific nationalities
- Limited to specific sectors
Application Process
Secure seasonal employment
Get job offer from Polish seasonal employer
Employer submits application
Polish employer applies at voivodeship office
Permit approved
Approval typically within 30 days
Apply for D-type seasonal visa
Apply at Polish consulate with permit approval
Receive visa
Visa issued for seasonal work duration
Travel to Poland
Enter Poland for seasonal work
Application Forms
Seasonal Work Permit Application
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