Poland Tourist Visa (Schengen Tourist Visa)
The Poland Tourist Visa is a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) that allows travellers to visit Poland for sightseeing, holidays, or leisure. It permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area, not just Poland. Applications are processed through the Polish consulate responsible for the applicant’s place of residence, or through an authorised visa application centre such as VFS Global in countries like India. Most applicants must register their application through Poland’s official online portal, e-Konsulat, before attending an in-person appointment. As with every Poland Visa category, the final decision on approval rests solely with the Polish consulate or consular section of the embassy.
Eligibility
You may apply for a Poland Tourist Visa if:
- You intend to visit Poland purely for tourism, sightseeing, or leisure.
- Your stay will not exceed 90 days within a 180-day period.
- Poland is your main destination, or your first point of entry if travelling to multiple Schengen countries.
- You can demonstrate sufficient financial means, confirmed accommodation, and an intention to return to your home country.
- Your passport was issued within the last 10 years and remains valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area.
Government Visa Fees
| Category | Fee |
| Adults (Schengen Short-Stay Visa) | €80 |
| Children aged 6–12 | €40 |
| Reduced fee (nationals of Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine) | €35 |
| Children under 6 | Free |
| Family members of Polish/EU citizens, holders of the Polish Card (Karta Polaka) applying for related purposes | Free |
An additional service fee may apply if the application is submitted through an external visa application centre such as VFS Global. All fees are non-refundable, whether the visa is approved, refused, or the application withdrawn.
Poalnd Tourist Visa Processing Time
Standard Schengen visa applications, including tourist visas, are generally decided within 15 calendar days of a complete submission. This period may be extended to 30 days, or in exceptional cases up to 60 days, if further examination is required. Applications can generally be submitted up to six months before travel, and applicants are advised to apply at least a few weeks in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
Required Documents Checklist
Requirements are streamlined given the visa’s narrow, short-stay purpose, but confirmed onward flight details are essential.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Poland Tourist Visa requires accurate documentation, a genuine purpose of travel, and compliance with the Schengen visa requirements prescribed by the Polish authorities. At Shivansh Consultants, we provide personalized guidance and end-to-end support, assisting you with visa application forms, travel itineraries, hotel bookings, travel insurance, financial documents, and all required supporting documentation. Our experienced consultants carefully review your application to help minimize errors and delays while ensuring your documents are complete and meet the applicable visa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Poland holiday planning and visa application journey. While the final decision on visa approval rests solely with the Polish immigration authorities, our goal is to help you submit a complete, accurate, and well-prepared Poland Tourist Visa application with confidence.