Non-EU nationals require a student visa to study in Poland. The visa is valid for a period of three months and in order to extend their stay students must apply for a residence permit at least 45 days before their visa expires.

The residence permit is issued for a period of 15 months and it can be extended for a period up to three years. However, the residence permit cannot extend beyond the duration of the course.

Here is a list of documents required to apply for the Polish Student Visa:

• Valid passport
• Completed visa application form
• 2 passport size photos
• Medical insurance that is valid in Europe
• Proof of having the required financial resources to cover your educational and living expenses during your course of study
• Certificate of acceptance from the educational institution in Poland
• Proof of accommodation
• Receipt of payment of tuition fees for the first semester
• Receipt of payment of the visa application fees
• Proof of English Language skills and any other standardized test results as stated by the concerned university.