Work invitation to open a visa to Poland

A Work Invitation to Poland is an official document issued by a Polish employer and serves as the basis for obtaining a work visa for a foreign national who intends to work legally in Poland. This document confirms that a Polish company plans to hire a specific foreign worker.

Types of Work Invitations

Statement of Intention to Entrust Work to a Foreigner (Oświadczenie o powierzeniu wykonywania pracy cudzoziemcowi)

• Suitable for citizens of Ukraine, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Armenia.
• Issued for up to 24 months.
• Fast processing; does not require a work permit.

Work Permit (Zezwolenie na pracę)

• For citizens of other countries or for employment exceeding 24 months.
• Requires approval from the voivode (regional authority).

Seasonal Work Permit (Zezwolenie na pracę sezonową)

• Applicable sectors: agriculture, tourism, hospitality.
• Validity: up to 9 months within a calendar year.
• Intended for nationals of countries with simplified access (Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Georgia, Armenia).

Documents Required to Obtain a Work Invitation to Poland

• A scan or photo of all passport pages (pp. 1–31) laid out flat.
• Phone number.
• E-mail address.

Processing Times

• Oświadczenie — 5–7 business days.
• Work Permit (Type A) — 24 business days.
• Seasonal Work Permit — 14 business days.

Service Fees

• Oświadczenie — €95.
• Work Permit (Type A) — €450–€800.
• Seasonal Work Permit — €85.