Poland•EuropeTemporary Residence Permit - Trainee/Intern
At a Glance
Processing Time
30 days
Application Fee
140 PLN
Stay Duration
Up to 6 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
National visa and residence permit for recent graduates and students conducting internships or traineeships at Polish organizations. Valid for up to 6 months.
Trainees and interns can obtain a national visa or residence permit if they have completed or are pursuing higher education and are conducting an internship with a host organization approved by the Ministry of Interior.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
9,312 PLN
per year
Minimum Savings
2,500 PLN
Personal
Education
Bachelor or higher
Language
Polish
Intermediate
English
Intermediate
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, CH, NO, IS, LI
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current and valid for internship duration
Educational credential
Proof of higher education degree (obtained within 2 years) or enrollment
Internship agreement
Signed training agreement with Polish host organization
Host organization approval
Proof organization is approved by Ministry of Interior
Health insurance
Valid for internship duration
OptionalAccommodation proof
Where staying during internship
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Advantages
- Enables internship opportunities
- Up to 6 months duration
- Nationwide program with many approved organizations
- Gateway to work experience in Poland
Considerations
- Limited to 6 months maximum
- Must be recently graduated or currently enrolled
- Organization must be pre-approved
- Non-renewable
- No permanent work rights
Application Process
Secure internship placement
Get internship with approved Polish organization
Sign internship agreement
Sign training agreement with host organization
Apply for visa/permit
Apply at consulate (if abroad) or voivodeship office (if in Poland)
Submit documentation
Provide education proof and internship agreement
Pay fee
Pay PLN 140 visa fee
Decision issued
Visa/permit decision within 30 days
Application Forms
Trainee/Intern Visa Application
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