Temporary residence to continue studies begun in another EU state

Temporary residence permit for the purpose of studying at university jest rodzajem zezwolenia na pobyt czasowy entitles to tymczasowego pobytu w Poland. Jest udzielane among others for the purpose of continuationor to supplement studies completed in another EU member state, and the education in Poland is carried out outside / beyond programme or agreement providing for intra-EU student mobility.

Studies - education received: in full-time first and second cycle studies or long-cycle master's studies; in a toctoral school; within the framework of a preparatory course for studies - in cases specified by law.

The education must take place at a study institution that: was approved by the minister competent for internal affairs within the framework of against which no decision prohibiting the acceptance of foreigners has been issued, unless it is subject to approval.

in full-time first and second cycle studies or long-cycle master's studies;

Both the declared and actual purpose of the foreigner's stay in Poland is the continuation or completion of studies commenced in another European Union member state. These studies are not covered by any programme or agreement involving measures relating to intra-EU mobility.

+ the university has been approved / no decision has been issued against it prohibiting the admission of foreigners;

+ the foreigner has submitted proof of payment for the semester or academic year;

- provided that studies are pursued for a fee.

+ the foreigner has health insurance;

+ the foreigner has sufficient financial resources to cover the costs of living, return travel and university study fees;

Financial means you have available each month, after deducting actual housing costs, should be sufficient to cover daily expenses. This amount must be higher than

1,010 PLN per month – if you have no dependants; 823 PLN per month – for yourself and for each family member who is your dependant, i.e. 823 + 823 * X (1, 2, 3...).

200 PLN – in the case of a country neighbouring Poland; 500 PLN – to an EU country not neighbouring Poland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland; 2,500 PLN – in the case of other countries.

Free access to the Polish labour market ⇒ Once you have obtained a permit, you can work in Poland without having to obtain a work permit.

First permit 15 months or duration of the academic year or studies extended by 3 months, if education at university level justifies a stay in Poland shorter than 15 months

Subsequent permit duration of studies, extended by 3 months, not exceeding 3 years; in the case of a toctoral school - the duration of studies, extended by 6 months, but not longer than 3 years.

Permit is not renewed automatically. A foreigner who wishes to continue residing in Poland should, before its expiry, apply for a residence permit, with the condition that in such a situation they may not apply for a long-term EU resident permit.

⇒ Once you have obtained a permit, you can work in Poland without having to obtain a work permit.