Poland · Skilled Worker Visa

Business activity

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Poland's temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity is for third-country nationals who r…

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

Poland's temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity is for third-country nationals who run a business in Poland (via CEIDG entry, or as a board member/shareholder, general partner or proxy of a commercial-law company) that is beneficial to Polish society, and is granted for the period needed to achieve the purpose of stay of more than 3 months up to a maximum of 3 years.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
36 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Warsaw
Single (monthly)€1,442
Family (monthly)€3,023
Rent 1BR (center)€814
Groceries€360
Transport pass€87
Krakow
Single (monthly)€1,163
Family (monthly)€2,442
Rent 1BR (center)€651
Groceries€291
Transport pass€70
Wroclaw
Single (monthly)€1,070
Family (monthly)€2,279
Rent 1BR (center)€605
Groceries€268
Transport pass€64

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Business activity?

Poland's temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity is for third-country nationals who run a business in Poland (via CEIDG entry, or as a board member/shareholder, general partner or proxy of a commercial-law company) that is beneficial to Polish society, and is granted for the period needed to achieve the purpose of stay of more than 3 months up to a maximum of 3 years.

Are there alternative pathways to Poland?

Yes. Poland offers 7 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Poland country page.

What is the cost of living in Poland?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Warsaw: €1,442/mo; Krakow: €1,163/mo; Wroclaw: €1,070/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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