{"id":3239,"date":"2025-10-15T15:54:34","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T12:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eurowiza.com\/en\/?page_id=3239"},"modified":"2025-10-16T17:57:02","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T14:57:02","slug":"voivodeship-work-invitation-from-a-transport-company-poland","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eurowiza.com\/en\/voivodeship-work-invitation-from-a-transport-company-poland\/","title":{"rendered":"Voivodeship Work Invitation from a Transport Company (Poland)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Official basis for obtaining a national work visa (type D)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is commonly referred to as a \u201cVoivodeship Invitation\u201d is in fact a <strong>Type A Work Permit (Zezwolenie na prac\u0119 typ A)<\/strong> issued by the Voivodeship Office upon the application of a Polish employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This document serves as the basis for obtaining a <strong>type D national work visa<\/strong>, allowing the holder to <strong>legally work in Poland<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the transport industry, this format is most often used for <strong>international drivers (C\/CE category)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who it is for<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drivers holding <strong>C\/CE driving licences<\/strong>, code 95, and a tachograph card (or willing to obtain them).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates who already have a <strong>Polish employer<\/strong> (transport company) ready to submit the application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Those planning <strong>long-term work and stable entry to the EU<\/strong> on a Polish visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What the document provides<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legal basis for obtaining a type D national visa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The right to work legally for the specified employer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Validity period of up to <strong>36 months<\/strong> (determined by the Voivode).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The right to travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within each 180-day period (in line with visa rules).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s included in the employer\u2019s package<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Zezwolenie na prac\u0119 typ A<\/strong> \u2014 indicating the employer, position <em>kierowca mi\u0119dzynarodowy<\/em>, work location, conditions, pay rate, and duration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cover letter<\/strong> or <strong>job offer (oferta pracy)<\/strong> \u2014 if required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Company registration documents (KRS\/NIP\/REGON)<\/strong> \u2014 if needed by the consulate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The document is strictly tied to a specific employer and position. Changing the employer requires a new permit.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step-by-step procedure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Application by employer:<\/strong> The transport company submits an application to the Voivodeship Office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Permit issuance:<\/strong> The Voivode issues the Type A Work Permit (typically 4\u201310 weeks).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visa application:<\/strong> The candidate applies for a D-type visa at the Polish consulate or visa center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arrival and work start:<\/strong> Medical check-up, health &#038; safety training (BHP), registration with the employer, tachograph card, and code 95 (if required).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Processing time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Employer preparation: <strong>1\u20133 weeks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voivode processing: <strong>4\u201310 weeks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visa issuance: <strong>2\u20136 weeks<\/strong>. Total estimated time: <strong>3\u20134 months \u201cend-to-end\u201d<\/strong> (may vary depending on region and queue length).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Required from the candidate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Valid passport (with sufficient validity).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photo 3.5\u00d74.5 cm and completed form\/resume.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C\/CE driving licence, code 95, and tachograph card (or readiness to obtain them).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of accommodation and health insurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate of no criminal record and document translations (as required by the consulate).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conditions and restrictions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work is allowed <strong>only for the employer<\/strong> specified in the permit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changing the employer requires a <strong>new Zezwolenie<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The visa decision is made by the <strong>consulate<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accuracy of documents and purpose of stay are essential for approval.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently asked questions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Does this \u201cVoivodeship invitation\u201d guarantee a visa?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No. It\u2019s a legal basis for the visa, but the final decision is made by the consulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I change my employer after entering Poland?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only after obtaining a new work permit. Working for another company without one is a violation of visa conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How long is the document valid?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Up to 36 months, depending on the Voivode\u2019s decision and regional procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I travel within the EU?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, within the Schengen zone rules \u2014 up to 90 days within each 180-day period. Poland remains your main place of residence and employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why this option is reliable for drivers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed for <strong>long-term employment<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transparent conditions: specific employer, \u201cinternational driver\u201d position, official pay rate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoids frequent renewals of short-term permits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How we help<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We prepare and coordinate the employer\u2019s application package.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We monitor the issuance of the Type A Work Permit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We assist with the visa D documentation and submission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We guide you through each step \u2014 from preparation to starting work in Poland.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Official basis for obtaining a national work visa (type D) What is commonly referred to as a \u201cVoivodeship Invitation\u201d is in fact a Type A Work Permit (Zezwolenie na prac\u0119 typ A) issued by the Voivodeship Office upon the application of a Polish employer. 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