✈️ 1. Visit Visa (Type C – Schengen Short Stay)
Purpose:
- Tourism
- Visiting family/friends in Poland
Required Documents:
- Schengen visa application form
- Valid passport (at least 3 months beyond return)
- Two passport-size photos (white background)
- Travel itinerary (round-trip flight booking)
- Hotel booking OR invitation letter (with PESEL number if from resident)
- Cover letter explaining travel purpose
- 6-month personal bank statement
- Proof of employment/business
- FRC (if visiting relatives)
- CNIC & passport copies
- Travel insurance (€30,000 coverage)
- Visa Fee: €80 + VFS charges
💼 2. Business Visa (Type C – Schengen)
Purpose:
- Business meetings, trade exhibitions, or corporate visits
Additional Documents:
- Invitation from Polish company
- Business letter from Pakistani employer
- SECP/NTN/Chamber of Commerce certificate
- Business bank statement (6 months)
- Proof of prior cooperation (contracts/invoices/emails)
- Travel bookings and accommodation
- All Visit Visa documents
🏠 3. Family Reunion Visa (Type D – National Visa + Residence Permit)
Purpose:
- Joining spouse, parent, or child legally residing in Poland
Steps:
- Sponsor applies for your residence permit through Polish Voivodeship Office
- Once approved, you apply for Type D National Visa through VFS
Documents Required:
- Type D visa application
- Residence permit approval letter
- Marriage or birth certificate (translated into Polish + attested by MOFA)
- FRC from NADRA
- Sponsor’s residence permit or Polish ID
- Sponsor’s income and accommodation proof
- Police clearance certificate
- Health insurance
- Passport + biometric photos
- Visa Fee: PLN 450 (~€100)
📌 Register with local city office after arrival and collect residence card.
🎓 4. Student Visa (Type D + Temporary Residence Permit)
Purpose:
- University studies or academic programs in Poland
Steps:
- Get accepted into a recognized university in Poland
- Apply for Type D visa (national)
- After arrival, apply for residence permit (karta pobytu)
Documents Required:
- Acceptance/enrollment letter from Polish institution
- Proof of tuition fee payment
- Proof of sufficient funds (PLN 15,000–20,000 or equivalent)
- Bank statement/sponsorship letter
- Accommodation proof
- Educational certificates (HEC-attested + translated into Polish)
- Medical certificate & police clearance
- Health insurance
- Passport + visa application
- Visa Fee: PLN 450 (~€100)
👷 5. Work Permit Visa (Type D + Residence Permit)
Purpose:
- Long-term employment in Poland
Steps:
- Employer applies for your work permit in Poland
- Once approved, you apply for Type D visa from Pakistan
- After arrival, apply for residence permit
Documents Required:
- Original work permit from Voivodeship Office in Poland
- Employment contract
- Valid passport
- Educational & experience certificates (translated + attested)
- CV + cover letter
- Proof of accommodation
- Police clearance certificate
- Health insurance
- Medical certificate (if required)
- Visa Fee: PLN 450 (~€100)
📌 Once in Poland, you must register with the Voivodeship Office for your karta pobytu (residence card).
🏢 Where to Apply:
Apply through Gerry’s VFS Global – Poland in:
- Islamabad
- Lahore
- Karachi
💶 Visa Fee Summary (as of 2025):
| Visa Type | Fee (PLN / EUR) |
|---|---|
| Type C (Visit/Business) | €80 |
| Type D (Study/Work/Family) | PLN 450 (~€100) |
| VFS Service Charges | ~€30 in PKR |
⏳ Processing Time:
| Visa Type | Estimated Time |
|---|---|
| Visit/Business (C) | 15–30 working days |
| Study/Work/Family (D) | 30–90 days (after approval) |
✅ Tips for Pakistani Applicants:
- All documents must be translated into Polish or English, and attested by MOFA Pakistan
- Long-stay visas require prior approval from Polish authorities
- Maintain genuine financial and employment documentation
- Apply at least 3 months in advance for long-term stays