Poland•EuropeD/05b — National Visa
At a Glance
2 weeks – 2 months
EUR €135
9 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Employer-sponsored seasonal work visa for non-EU nationals in agriculture, hospitality, and tourism for up to 9 months.
The Polish D-05b National Visa authorizes temporary work for non-EU nationals in Poland's seasonal sectors—agriculture, hospitality, and tourism. Established under the Polish Act on Foreigners, it streamlines entry without complex labor market testing, bridging short-term Schengen visas and permanent residency.
Applicants receive work authorization for stays up to nine months within a calendar year. A 135 EUR fee applies; applicants must also provide €30,000 medical insurance and a work permit from a Polish employer. Processing typically takes 15–45 calendar days.
This visa is ideal for non-EU nationals seeking seasonal employment in agriculture or tourism who have secured a work permit from a Polish employer and can demonstrate sufficient financial resources.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 9 months |
Conversion Paths
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
PolandTemporary Residence Permit - Seasonal Work
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Valid passport (3+ months validity)
Work permit from Polish employer
Medical insurance €30K minimum
Proof of accommodation
Completed visa application via e-Konsulat
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport
Humanitarian justification
Supporting evidence
Character references
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Work authorization included — legally permitted to work for designated employer
- Fast standard processing of 15 working days compared to extended timelines
- Up to 9 months stay covers full seasonal cycles in agriculture and tourism
- Flexible urgent processing available — 3 working days if time-sensitive
- Renewable status allows continuation beyond initial 9-month period
- Digital application portal (e-Konsulat) streamlines submission process
- Dependents allowed to accompany primary applicant
- Modest 135 EUR fee relative to longer-stay visa categories
Worth Knowing
- Job offer required upfront — employer must register work permit or declare intent
- Employment strictly seasonal or temporary; no permanent residency pathway
- Medical insurance of 30,000 EUR minimum required for entire stay period
- Processing can extend to 60 days for complex cases despite standard 15-day target
- Spouse has restricted work rights — cannot work independently or without permits
- No pathway to permanent residency — not intended for long-term settlement
Application Process
Document humanitarian need
Prepare evidence of genuine humanitarian circumstances
Gather supporting evidence
Medical reports, family circumstances, safety concerns, etc.
Apply at Polish consulate
Apply for humanitarian visa with detailed explanation
Submit documentation
Provide passport and all supporting evidence
Consulate review
Consulate reviews humanitarian circumstances
Decision issued
Decision typically within 30-60 days
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