Poland is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens can enter freely with a valid ID or passport. Most other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay visa (type C) for business travel, applied for in advance at a Polish consulate or visa centre. Typical documents include a passport valid at least 6 months beyond travel with two blank pages, a completed application form, biometric photos, confirmed round-trip flights and hotel booking, travel insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 medical cover, bank statements for the last 3 to 6 months and a business invitation or cover letter.
Estimated cost: EUR 90 Schengen visa fee for adults (approximate government fee; children and some categories pay less).
Processing: Schengen visas are usually decided within about 15 calendar days, but can take longer in peak season. Apply at least 4 to 6 weeks before travel.
Non-EU visitors should apply at least 4 to 6 weeks ahead. Bring a business invitation letter or cover letter stating the purpose of the visit, confirmed round-trip flights, a hotel booking, travel insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 medical cover, and bank statements for the last 3 to 6 months. A passport valid at least 6 months beyond travel with two blank pages is required.
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