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Temporary Residence Permit - Seasonal Work
VisasPolandTemporary Residence Permit - Seasonal Work
PolandPoland•Europe
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Temporary Residence Permit - Seasonal Work

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 month

Estimated Cost

PLN 170 PLN

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Varies (Maximum 9 months in any 12-month period)

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Seasonal work permit for agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and tourism roles in Poland, valid for up to 9 months within a calendar year with employer job offer required.

The Polish Temporary Residence Permit for Seasonal Work is a specialized visa designed for non-EU/EEA workers seeking employment in seasonal industries such as agriculture, forestry, horticulture, and tourism. It streamlines labor market access in cyclical, labor-intensive sectors without requiring extensive testing. Applicants must secure a job offer from a registered Polish employer.

The permit grants stays of up to 9 months within a calendar year from the date of entry. Processing takes approximately 1 month. The PLN 170 fee is modest. Health insurance and financial proof are required; dependents may accompany the primary visa holder. The permit is renewable, though not convertible to permanent residency.

This visa is ideal for seasonal workers from non-EU countries seeking short-term employment in agriculture, tourism, or forestry during peak labor demand periods.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education: None

Minimum income: 51600 PLN

Health insurance required

Age: 18-

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Health insurance

Accommodation proof

Company registration (sponsor)

Employment contract (sponsor)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Stay up to 9 months within a calendar year — longer than standard short-stay permits
  • Job offer required but provided by Polish employer — employer bears sponsorship burden
  • Low stamp duty of just PLN 170 — minimal administrative cost
  • Renewable seasonal permit — can return year after year for multiple seasons
  • No nationality restrictions — qualifying applicants from all countries
  • Processing completed in approximately 1 month — quick turnaround for seasonal hiring
  • Legal seasonal work status — formal employment authorization without complex testing

Worth Knowing

  • Limited to designated seasonal sectors (agriculture, horticulture, forestry, tourism) only
  • Strict 9-month calendar-year cap prevents extended European residence across seasons
  • Employer-dependent pathway — cannot self-sponsor or change employers mid-contract easily
  • No pathway to permanent residence or long-term settlement in Poland
  • Job offer required from Polish employer — cannot proceed without employer sponsorship
  • No work authorization outside seasonal employment contract scope
  • Non-convertible status — cannot transition to other residence permits upon permit expiry

Application Process

1

Secure seasonal employment: Get job offer from Polish seasonal employer

2

Employer submits application: Polish employer applies at voivodeship office

3

Permit approved: Approval typically within 30 days

4

Apply for D-type seasonal visa: Apply at Polish consulate with permit approval

5

Receive visa: Visa issued for seasonal work duration

6

Travel to Poland: Enter Poland for seasonal work

Application Forms

Go to application portal
Seasonal Work Permit Application—

Verified Claims (8)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Fee Breakdown
Stamp duty (temporary residence permit — seasonal work): 170 PLN
wsc.gdansk.uw.gov.pl
Fees
PLN 170
wsc.gdansk.uw.gov.pl
Included Nationalities
null
mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl
Job Offer Required
true
migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl
Official Info
https://mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl/en/informacje/praca-sezon_EN/wprowadzenie_EN
mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl
Max Stay Estimate
type: months, notes: Up to 9 months within a calendar year, counted from date of first entry on seas…
wsc.gdansk.uw.gov.pl
Processing Estimates
{"minDays":30,"maxDays":30}
migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl
Processing Time
Approximately 1 month from initiation of proceedings
migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl
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