🇵🇱 Poland · Student
Studies/Education — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €182 |
| Minimum annual salary | €182 |
| Proof of savings | €235 |
| Minimum investment | €470 |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Language level | B1 |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €47 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://migrant.poznan.uw.gov.pl/en/slownik-pojec/sufficient-means-subsistence-polandsufficient-financial.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €182.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de estudante = residência temporária pela duração dos estudos; PR via rota pós-estudo separada. not_applicable. Programa: - document confirming the granting of a national or foreign scholarship,”
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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.