National (Type D) — Long-Stay Employment (Information Only) Verified 2026-06-09Poland Work Visa / Permit (National Type D — Information Only)
Information only: how the Poland National Type D work visa/permit works for Indians. SureshotVisa does not process Poland work visas or work permits.
No visa is ever guaranteed — the final decision always rests with the Poland visa authority. We make sure your file is presented at its strongest.
SureshotVisa does not provide or process Poland work visas or work permits. This page is for information only — we do not file, assist with, or charge for work-visa/permit applications. For work authorisation, deal directly with your employer in Poland and the Polish immigration authorities via the Embassy (gov.pl).
Processing
Decided by the national immigration authority via the Embassy; varies and can be lengthy
Stay Duration
Over 90 days, for the duration of the work authorisation (Type D); up to 90 days in any 180 days elsewhere in Schengen
Starting Fee
Varies
Apply At
12 VFS centres
Good to know before you apply
Rules that apply to every Poland visa type — worth a quick read so nothing trips up your file.
- 1SureshotVisa does NOT provide Poland work visas or permits — this page is informational only.
- 2National (Type D) work applicants must obtain appointment confirmation from the Embassy (gov.pl) before booking the VFS visit, then complete the mandatory VFS e-form.
- 3The work permit/authorisation is arranged by the employer before the visa stage.
Who Can Apply
- Indians with a confirmed job offer and work permit/authorisation from a Polish employer (handled directly with the employer and Polish authorities)
Not eligible under this visa:
- Anyone seeking work-visa filing assistance from SureshotVisa — we do not offer this service
- Stays under 90 days or non-work travel (use a Schengen Type C visa instead)
What it costs
Government & VFS fees
Paid directly to Poland / VFS — these are not our service fee, and we never mark them up.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| National long-stay visa fee (Type D) | Varies |
SureshotVisa does not process Poland work visas/permits and does not charge for them. Any government fees are payable directly to the Embassy/VFS as set by the Polish authorities. This page is informational only.
What to gather
Documents required
Having a document isn't the same as presenting it right — that's the part we handle.
Information only — handled with your employer & the Embassy
4 items- Work permit / employer authorisationRequired
Obtained by the Polish employer before the visa; the employer drives this process
- Passport, application form and VFS e-formRequired
Per the Embassy's D-type work process; the mandatory VFS e-form is completed after the Embassy confirms the appointment slot
- Travel medical / health insuranceRequired
As required by the Polish authorities
- Supporting documents per the Embassy's work-visa checklistRequired
Confirm the full list directly with the Embassy/employer — SureshotVisa does not process this visa
Required · optional / if applicable
The journey.
3 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Secure a job offer & work permit
Your Polish employer obtains the required work permit/authorisation. This is employer-driven and outside SureshotVisa's services.
- 02
Follow the Embassy's D-type work process
Follow the official process on gov.pl (D-type national visa — work) to receive an appointment-slot confirmation from the Embassy.
- 03
Complete the VFS e-form & submit
Complete the mandatory VFS e-form, then submit documents and biometrics in person at the VFS centre. Note: SureshotVisa does not file or assist with this application.
What works
2 levers that flip a borderline case.
- Work-visa applications are employer-driven — your prospective Polish employer must arrange the work permit/authorisation first.
- Verify all requirements directly with the Embassy (gov.pl) and your employer; SureshotVisa cannot file or assist with work-visa/permit applications.
Download official forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens the official VFS Global page for Poland
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
VFS application centres
Quiz not yet available for this visa type
We're actively building per-visa quizzes. For now, the best way to assess your eligibility for Poland Work Visa / Permit (National Type D — Information Only) is a free 1-on-1 consultation with our team.
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Questions, answered straight
No. SureshotVisa does not provide, file, or assist with Poland work visas or work permits. This page is informational only. For work authorisation, deal directly with your employer in Poland and the Polish immigration authorities via the Embassy.
It is a National (Type D) long-stay visa preceded by an employer-obtained work permit/authorisation. The employer drives the permit process, after which the applicant follows the Embassy's D-type work process (gov.pl), completes the mandatory VFS e-form, and submits in person at VFS.
Government fees are set by the Polish authorities and paid directly to the Embassy/VFS. Because we do not process this visa, we do not quote a price — the fee is listed as 'Varies'.
Still have a question about your case? Ask us directly — we usually reply in 5 minutes.
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other Poland visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other Poland Visa Types
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View guideSource & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Poland website and Embassy of Poland. Last verified 2026-06-09. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.