Poland Student Visa for Indian Students 2026 — Complete Guide

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Indian students can get a Polish student visa (National Visa Type D) in 4–8 weeks. Poland issues student visas at Indian embassies in New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. The visa allows 1-year stay (renewable), free travel across the Schengen zone, and part-time work up to 20 hours/week.

What Is the Poland Student Visa for Indian Students?

The Poland student visa is a National Visa (Type D) for long-term studies. It gives you free movement across all 26 Schengen countries during your stay in Poland.

• Visa type: National Visa D (long-stay)
• Duration: Up to 1 year (renewable annually)
• Processing time: 4–8 weeks
• Work allowed: 20 hours/week during semester, full-time in vacations
• Fee: EUR 80 (approx. Rs 7,200)

What Documents Are Required for Poland Student Visa?

• Valid passport (6+ months validity)
• Visa application form (filled + signed)
• Admission letter from Polish university
• Proof of tuition payment or scholarship letter
• Proof of accommodation in Poland
• Bank statement: minimum EUR 5,000 (approx. Rs 4.5L)
• Health insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage)
• Passport-size photos (2, white background)
• Academic transcripts + degree certificates
• IELTS 6.0 or English proficiency from previous education

Where to Apply for Poland Visa from India?

City	Embassy/Consulate	States Covered
New Delhi	Embassy of Poland	North India (UP, Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan)
Mumbai	Consulate General	Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, MP
Kolkata	Consulate General	West Bengal, Odisha, NE India
Chennai	Consulate General	Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, AP, Kerala

Step-by-Step Poland Student Visa Process

1. Get university admission letter
2. Book visa appointment at Polish consulate
3. Prepare and submit all documents
4. Attend biometrics appointment
5. Wait 4–8 weeks for processing
6. Collect visa and travel to Poland
7. Register at local Voivodeship Office within 3 days
8. Apply for Karta Pobytu (Residence Card) within 45 days

Poland vs Germany vs Netherlands Visa Comparison

Factor	Poland	Germany	Netherlands
Processing Time	4–8 weeks	6–12 weeks	4–8 weeks
Visa Fee	EUR 80	EUR 75	EUR 192
Financial Proof	EUR 500/month	EUR 934/month blocked	EUR 750/month
Work Rights	20 hrs/week	20 hrs/week	16 hrs/week
Post-Study Visa	9 months	18 months	12 months

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for Poland student visa without IELTS?

Yes. Many Polish universities accept English proficiency certificates from previous English-medium education. IELTS is only required if your specific university demands it.

How long does Poland student visa take from India?

Standard processing is 4–8 weeks. Apply at least 3 months before your course start date.

Is Poland student visa easy to get for Indian students?

Rejection rate for genuine students with complete documents is below 5%. Kadamb Overseas maintains a 97%+ visa success rate across all European countries including Poland.