Poland’s education system dates back to the Middle Ages. Jagiellon University, for example, was founded in the 14th century, and today is one of the oldest universities in Europe. There are over 400 courses offered in English in Poland, many of them at an undergraduate level. Poland has several well-respected universities, including Jagiellonian University and Warsaw University. Warsaw University is ranked first in the Top Coder international IT ranking, outperforming such well-respected American universities as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The number of higher education institutions in Poland has quadrupled over the past ten years, while the number of students increased fivefold. International students who choose to study in Poland will have the opportunity to receive a quality education in a quickly burgeoning academic environment.

Overall, this is a list of documents that you need to submit for gaining admission, although different rules might apply depending on the program and institution. You can send the documents to our email info@studyineurasia.org or apply online by uploading the documents

• A fully signed and filled application form.
• A valid passport and passport-size photographs.
• Birth Certificate
• Previous high school diploma or degree certificates, depending on the level you are applying for.
• Sufficient English or Polish language proficiency provided through language test results.
• A curriculum vitae if you are applying for a Master’s.

After you have received your letter of admission from the university, you need to be fast and apply for your student visa as an international student. Contact and visit your nearest Polish Embassy or Consulate for guidance and in order to start the visa process as soon as possible. Before that, make sure what kind of visa you will need to apply for and start gathering the documents, preparing at the same time the translations in the Polish language.

It is important to know that in order to be eligible for any academic studies in Poland, your degree must be officially certified. For additional information and in order to know if there is a bilateral agreement between your country of origin and Poland, contact your Polish Embassy before proceeding with your application.

Unless you are a citizen of an EU country, you will need a student visa in order to study in Poland as an international student. If you are from an EU member state, you will only need valid ID and travel documents, and to register your residency with the Voivodship (Provincial) Office to study in Poland. All other international students will need a D type visa, which allows you to stay and study in Poland for one year. To stay longer you need to apply for a temporary residence permit before your visa expires.

student visa process

1. Confirm your university place: You must have accepted an offer from a Polish university and have proof of your place before you can apply for a visa.
2. Find your nearest Polish consulate: You will need to visit a Polish embassy or consulate in your home country to have your visa application processed.
3. Set a visa appointment with the consulate: You will probably need to register online through the Polish consulate website first.
4. Prepare your documents: See below for a full list of the documents you’ll need. The specific requirements may vary between consulates, so confirm with them first.
5. Attend your appointment and submit your documents: Submit all the documents including a printed and signed application form and the visa fee. You should receive a decision within two to three weeks.

Here are the documents you will need to provide when you apply for a Polish type D visa:

• A completed and signed Poland student visa application form
• Valid passport (must be valid for three months after your planned departure from Poland)
• Official letter of acceptance from a university in Poland
• Your CV
• School certificates and diplomas
• Proof of your English language proficiency
• Evidence you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your studies
• Health insurance documents
• One passport-size photo
• Proof of accommodation in Poland
• Transport documentation, such as a rail or air ticket

Working with the student visa

There are no restrictions on working with a Polish type D student visa. International students can work in Poland without needing a work permit, provided you have a valid residence permit.

Although it is possible to have a full-time job while you’re studying in Poland, you need to make sure working doesn’t affect your studies. If working long hours has a negative impact on your grades, you may find it harder to renew your residence permit.