Foreigners planning a trip to Poland in 2026 must confirm that they have sufficient funds for their stay. Such requirements are enforced during border control. This is reported by “inPoland”.
The information was published on the official portal of Poland. During inspections, border guards may require proof of financial support, as well as a return ticket or funds for return.
Entry to Poland 2026: minimum amount for short trips
The minimum amount depends on the duration of stay. If the trip lasts up to four days, you need to have at least 300 zlotys. For stays longer than four days, the calculation is made at 75 zlotys per day.
For example, when planning a stay for 30 days, you need to confirm the availability of at least 2,250 zlotys.
Key requirements:
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300 zlotys — for stays up to 4 days
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75 zlotys — for each day on longer trips
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mandatory availability of a return ticket or funds for return.
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Border crossing rules for citizens of Ukraine
For citizens of Ukraine, a separate minimum amount is set — 200 zlotys upon entry. At the same time, the final decision on the admission of a person to the territory of Poland is made by the border service.
Requirements for financial support are in effect to confirm the foreigner's ability to cover expenses during their stay in the country.
We remind you that Ukrzaliznytsia announced the acceleration of the direct train Kyiv–Warsaw by more than two hours.