PLANNING ON STUDYING IN POLAND?
Polish universities offer lots of choices for students. Some universities provide year-long courses in Polish language and culture. There are sizable contingents of American students at several Polish medical schools. Many dual nationals especially find Polish universities attractive because of costs. But how do you go about making sure you’re “legal” in Poland during your studies?
If you’re a dual national, it is simple: Polish law regards you as a Polish citizen. You must enter and leave Poland on a Polish passport. As a Polish citizen, you have a right to stay in Poland as long as you want. (You are also subject to all the laws affecting Polish citizens, such as zameldowanie.)
What if you have only U.S. citizenship?
U.S. citizens who want to stay in Poland longer than 90 days or who are coming for purposes other than tourism or business must apply for a visa at a Polish consular post abroad. You can visit http://www.polandembassy.org to find addresses to the Polish Embassy and consulates in the United States.
Applicants for student visas must justify the purpose of his/her sojourn in Poland by presenting evidence of enrollment at the university or evidence of continuation of studies. They must also provide evidence that they can support themselves during the term of the studies. A visa applicant must also present a passport (its validity must exceed by at least three months the date of departure from Poland), and a visa application with one photograph.
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