Study visa • Poland

Visa to study in Poland
for schoolchildren

The basic requirement is an invitation from a Polish educational institution confirming the child’s enrollment for studies on specific dates.

School invitation

7–14 working days

Visa processing

≈ 14 working days

Application process

The application step by step

School invitation

School invitation: 7–14 working days

Visa processing

Visa processing: ~14 working days after submission of the full package to the Consulate/VC of the Republic of Poland.

Important

The consulate has the right to request additional documents.Always follow the requirements of your specific consular district/visa center. Current regulations and forms must be checked on the consulate’s or visa center’s website before submission.

Checklist

Required documents

Document package

  • Visa application form (completed and signed).
  • Child’s photo 3.5×4.5 cm, color, white background, full face, taken within the last 6 months.
  • Birth certificate — original + Polish translation by a sworn translator.
  • Child’s passport, valid at least 3 months beyond the visa expiry date + minimum 2 blank pages.
  • Parent’s/legal guardian’s ID/passport (for minors).
  • Notarized parental consent for travel (if required depending on the route/accompanying persons).
  • School invitation (prepared and provided).
  • Proof of tuition payment (if the school is private)
  • Financial documents: bank statement, parent’s income certificate, sponsor letter if available
  • Proof of accommodation in Poland: rental agreement/hostel or dorm booking
  • Child’s medical insurance for the entire stay, coverage at least €30,000, valid in the Schengen zone; insurance provider must be recognized by the Polish consulate.

What the invitation includes

  • School details (name, address, contacts)
  • Confirmation of enrollment
  • Start and end dates of the program
  • Brief description of the curriculum
  • Details of the person responsible for the student (for minors)

Details

Good to know

How We Help (upon request)

  • Selection of and communication with the school, arranging the invitation
  • List and templates of documents, verification of translations by a sworn translator
  • Collection and verification of the application package, appointment booking at VC/consulate, timeline tracking
  • Checklist for parents covering accommodation, insurance, and financial requirements

Next steps: send us the city of submission, planned study dates, child’s age, and preferred type of school (public/private). We will prepare a personalized checklist for your consular district.

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