TRP-Work — Temporary Residence and Work Permit Type A

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TRP-Work — Temporary Residence and Work Permit Type A

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–2 months

Estimated Cost

PLN 540 PLN

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

3 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Employer-sponsored work permit for foreign employees valid up to 3 years, tied to specific employment contract in Poland.

The Temporary Residence and Work Permit Type A enables non-EU/EEA nationals to work for Polish companies when a labor market test confirms no suitable local or EU candidate exists. The permit ties work authorization to a specific employer and role, providing legal residency alongside employment rights.

The permit initially lasts up to 3 years and is renewable via new applications. Processing takes approximately 30 days. Health insurance and accommodation proof are required. Dependents are allowed; spouses have restricted work rights.

This visa is ideal for skilled and semi-skilled professionals with a Polish job offer seeking long-term residence and work authorization in manufacturing, IT, logistics, or construction.

Cost Breakdown

Stamp duty (employee)PLN 440 PLN

Residence card issuance feePLN 100 PLN

TotalPLN 540 PLN

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Poland

EU Blue Card (Niebieska Karta UE)

Validity3 years

Processing3 months – 1 year

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Poland

EU Long-Term Resident's Permit

Validity5 years

Processing3–6 months

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Poland

PR-Permit — Permanent Residence Permit

ValidityVaries (Permanent right to reside after 10-year validity period. Can be renewed.)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must have a job offer from a Polish employer (entity entrusting work).

Must intend to stay in Poland for more than 3 months for the purpose of work.

Must have a valid travel document (passport).

Must have health insurance coverage.

Must meet qualification requirements for the specific position.

The employer must generally pass a labor market test (unless exempt) to prove no suitable local/EU candidate is available.

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

57,672 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Health insurance

Accommodation proof

Criminal record certificate

Company registration (sponsor)

Employment contract (sponsor)

Labor market test results (sponsor)

Salary confirmation (sponsor)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Work authorization explicitly granted — full legal right to employment in Poland
Renewable permit — subsequent permits available after 3-year initial grant
Modest fees: PLN 540 total (PLN 440 stamp duty + PLN 100 residence card)
Typical processing in 30 days — faster than complex EU work visa routes
Up to 3 years continuous work and residence per permit cycle
No minimum education required — opens pathway for skilled and semi-skilled roles
Dependent-friendly — spouses and minor children allowed to accompany
Direct path to legal labor market integration with employer sponsorship

Worth Knowing

Requires job offer from Polish employer — cannot apply speculatively
Labor market test mandatory — employer must prove no suitable EU/local candidate exists
Processing takes up to 60 days in complex cases; delays possible with incomplete docs
Permit tied to specific employer and role — job change requires new permit application
Health insurance required throughout stay — ongoing cost beyond fees
No permanent residency pathway — Type A is temporary only; PR requires separate application
Employer-dependent status — permit revocation possible if employment ends prematurely

Application Process

Secure job offer: Obtain employment offer from Polish company

Labor market test: Employer conducts labor market test (may be waived for IT, engineering)

Employer files application: Employer submits permit application at voivodeship office

Decision issued: Permit decision made within 30 days

Apply for D visa: If applying from abroad, get D-type visa at consulate

Collect permit: Collect residence permit at local office or collect upon arrival

Application Forms

Go to application portal

Temporary Residence and Work Permit Application

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Verified Claims (11)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026

Fee Breakdown

Stamp duty (employee): 440 PLN; Residence card issuance fee: 100 PLN

mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl

Fees

PLN 440 stamp duty (employee) + PLN 100 residence card issuance fee

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Included Nationalities

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Job Offer Required

true

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Official Info

https://mos.cudzoziemcy.gov.pl/en/informacje/czasowy-praca_EN

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Max Stay

Up to 3 years per grant; subsequent permits may be applied for. Duration tied to employment contract…

migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl

Max Stay Estimate

type: days, initialDays: 1095, notes: Up to 3 years per grant; subsequent permits can be applied for

migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl

Min Education

none

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Overview

Employer-sponsored work permit for foreign employees valid up to 3 years, tied to specific employment contract in Poland.

This visa is ideal for skilled and semi-skilled professionals with a Polish job offer seeking long-term residence and work authorization in manufacturing, IT, logistics, or construction.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must have a job offer from a Polish employer (entity entrusting work).

Must intend to stay in Poland for more than 3 months for the purpose of work.

Must have a valid travel document (passport).

Must have health insurance coverage.

Must meet qualification requirements for the specific position.

The employer must generally pass a labor market test (unless exempt) to prove no suitable local/EU candidate is available.

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

57,672 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Employment contract

Health insurance

Accommodation proof

Criminal record certificate

Company registration (sponsor)

Employment contract (sponsor)

Labor market test results (sponsor)

Salary confirmation (sponsor)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Work authorization explicitly granted — full legal right to employment in Poland
Renewable permit — subsequent permits available after 3-year initial grant
Modest fees: PLN 540 total (PLN 440 stamp duty + PLN 100 residence card)
Typical processing in 30 days — faster than complex EU work visa routes
Up to 3 years continuous work and residence per permit cycle
No minimum education required — opens pathway for skilled and semi-skilled roles
Dependent-friendly — spouses and minor children allowed to accompany
Direct path to legal labor market integration with employer sponsorship

Worth Knowing

Requires job offer from Polish employer — cannot apply speculatively
Labor market test mandatory — employer must prove no suitable EU/local candidate exists
Processing takes up to 60 days in complex cases; delays possible with incomplete docs
Permit tied to specific employer and role — job change requires new permit application
Health insurance required throughout stay — ongoing cost beyond fees
No permanent residency pathway — Type A is temporary only; PR requires separate application
Employer-dependent status — permit revocation possible if employment ends prematurely

Application Process