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TRP-Study — Temporary Residence Permit - Studies
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TRP-Study — Temporary Residence Permit - Studies

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 months

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

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Stay Duration

15 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Temporary residence permit for international students in full-time academic programs, valid up to 15 months and renewable for studies with work authorization.

The Temporary Residence Permit for Studies enables international students to reside legally in Poland while pursuing full-time degree programs at recognized universities. Formally established under the Act on Foreigners, this permit streamlines admission for non-EU nationals seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral education.

Initial permits are valid for 15 months; renewals extend up to 3 years (capped to study duration plus 3 months). Processing takes 60 days. Work authorization is granted for part-time employment. Applicants need financial capacity (9,312 PLN income, 2,500 PLN savings) and university enrollment. The permit is renewable for the entire program duration.

This visa is ideal for non-EU international students pursuing full-time degrees at Polish universities with secured funding and demonstrated financial self-sufficiency.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1.2 years

Conversion Paths

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education: High School

Minimum income: 9312 PLN

Minimum savings: 2500

Health insurance required

Age: 18-

KEY CRITERIA

Education

high_school or higher

Min. Income

9,312 PLN/yr

Min. Savings

2,500 PLN

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

University enrollment confirmation

Accommodation proof

Health insurance

Proof of funds

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Part-time work authorization permitted without separate permit (full-time study status maintained)
  • Initial 15-month residence permit issued upon enrollment and arrival in Poland
  • Renewable for entire degree program duration (up to 3 years per renewal cycle)
  • Minimum income threshold of 9,312 PLN is modest relative to other temporary residence permits
  • Dependents may accompany the primary visa holder during studies

Worth Knowing

  • Permit validity strictly tied to active full-time student enrollment status
  • Minimum savings requirement of 2,500 PLN required at application
  • Full-time study mandatory; any reduction in course load may trigger renewal issues
  • Processing timeline unpredictable; 'varies' with no published expedited pathway
  • Permit revoked immediately if student withdraws or fails to maintain satisfactory academic progress
  • Cannot use permit for any purpose other than full-time degree study

Application Process

1

Obtain D-type student visa

Get student visa at Polish consulate (see National Visa D - Student)

2

Arrive in Poland

Travel to Poland with student visa

3

Register at university

Complete enrollment procedures at Polish university

4

Register residence

Register place of residence with local authorities

5

Apply for residence card

Apply at voivodeship office for temporary residence permit

6

Collect residence card

Collect Karta Pobytu (residence card) within 2 weeks

Application Forms

Go to application portal
Temporary Residence Permit Application—

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