Poland•Europe2 months
Free
15 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Temporary residence permit for international students in full-time academic programs, valid up to 15 months and renewable for studies with work authorization.
The Temporary Residence Permit for Studies enables international students to reside legally in Poland while pursuing full-time degree programs at recognized universities. Formally established under the Act on Foreigners, this permit streamlines admission for non-EU nationals seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral education.
Initial permits are valid for 15 months; renewals extend up to 3 years (capped to study duration plus 3 months). Processing takes 60 days. Work authorization is granted for part-time employment. Applicants need financial capacity (9,312 PLN income, 2,500 PLN savings) and university enrollment. The permit is renewable for the entire program duration.
This visa is ideal for non-EU international students pursuing full-time degrees at Polish universities with secured funding and demonstrated financial self-sufficiency.
| Initial grant | 1.2 years |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
Poland
Poland
PolandMinimum education: High School
Minimum income: 9312 PLN
Minimum savings: 2500
Health insurance required
Age: 18-
Education
high_school or higher
Min. Income
9,312 EUR/yr
Min. Savings
2,500 EUR
Valid passport
University enrollment confirmation
Accommodation proof
Health insurance
Proof of funds
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