Poland is part of the Schengen area, so visa-exempt travellers — including EU/EEA and Swiss citizens, UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, Japanese and South Korean passport holders — can enter for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa and simply need a valid passport. Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-exemption agreement must apply for a short-stay Schengen Type C visa at a Polish consulate or an authorised visa centre, submitting travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000 cover and proof of accommodation and funds; apply at least six to ten weeks before departure because summer and autumn appointment slots fill quickly. Visa-exempt visitors should also carry an ETIAS travel authorisation once the EU system goes live.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply at a Polish consulate or authorised visa centre with travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000 cover, proof of accommodation, an invitation or registration confirmation from the organiser and evidence of funds. Children aged 6–12 pay a reduced fee of EUR 45; under-6s are exempt. Covers business visitors attending an exhibition; carry your BALTEXPO registration confirmation and hotel bo
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