What documents and amount of money are needed to enter Poland in 2026

To stay long-term in Poland, foreigners need to prepare a package of documents and confirm their financial capacity. Failure to meet the requirements may result in a refusal of entry even at the border. This is reported by inPoland.

Entry to Poland: documents and requirements for foreigners

To stay for more than 90 days, it is necessary to justify the purpose of the trip and have a complete set of documents.

Mandatory documents:

• Passport

• Long-term visa or residence permit

• Health insurance

The insurance policy must cover emergency assistance, hospitalization, and repatriation. The minimum coverage amount is €30,000.

In addition, the foreigner must confirm the availability of sufficient funds for living and returning.

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Financial requirements: Amount of money to enter Poland

Minimum financial requirements depend on the duration of stay:

• 300 zlotys - if the trip is up to 4 days

• 75 zlotys per day - for a longer stay.

If there is no return ticket, additional funds are required:

• 200 zlotys - when entering from neighboring countries

• 500 zlotys - from other EU countries

• 2500 zlotys - from non-EU countries.

For certain categories, simplified rules apply:

• 20 zlotys per day (minimum 100 zlotys) - for participants of organized trips

• 1270 zlotys - for students for the first two months.

Financial confirmation can be provided by:

• bank statement

• certificate of funds

• credit limit

• official invitation.

In case of lack of necessary documents, false information or threats to security, a foreigner may be denied entry.