🇵🇱 Poland · Student
Internship/volunteering — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–30 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 6 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl/en/procedury/internship.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Health insurance is required for the internship application.”
“Visto de estudante = residência TEMPORÁRIA pela duração dos estudos; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR via rota pós-estudo separada). not_applicable. Programa: Internship should be adequate to the field and level of the completed or ongoing studies.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.