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Poland Sticker Visa
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A short-stay Schengen (Type C) visa issu
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A short-stay Schengen (Type C) visa issued by Poland for tourism, visiting friends or family, or attending cultural or business-related events within the Schengen Area. Application must be submitted in person at a VFS Global center with mandatory biometric data submission (fingerprints and photo) for applicants aged 12 and above
Visa Duration & Validity
Allows stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period, generally issued as single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry, based on discretion.
• Visa Fees (for Indian Applicants)
Adults (12+ years): INR 8,272 (equivalent to €90)
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Children (6–12 years): INR 4,136 (equivalent to €45)
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Children under 6: Exempt from visa fees
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VFS Global service fee: INR 972 (includes GST) paid at appointment booking
Optional courier service (for return of passport): INR 819
• Processing Time
Standard processing: 15 calendar days after submission. Can extend up to 45 days in certain cases (e.g., peak season, additional checks).
• Basic Documents Checklist
Visa Application Form: Complete online, print, and sign (via e-Konsulat or Poland-Visa portal).
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Valid Passport:
Issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area
Minimum of two blank visa pages
Copies of older passports or previous visa pages, if available.
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Photographs: One or two recent passport-sized photos (35×45 mm) with white/light background, meeting Schengen photo standards.
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Travel Health Insurance: Coverage of at least €30,000, valid across the entire Schengen Area for the full duration of stay.
Travel Itinerary: Return/onward flight reservations. Flight reservations are accepted (no need to purchase tickets before visa issuance).
Proof of Accommodation: Confirmed hotel bookings or invitation with accommodation details from host in Poland.
Proof of Financial Means:
Bank statements (last 3–6 months), salary slips, ITRs, or sponsorship letter
Required amount: approx. PLN 300 for stays up to 4 days, or PLN 75 per day for longer stays (≈ €18/day).
Cover Letter: Brief purpose of the visit, itinerary, trip dates, and ties to India (e.g., employment, education, property).
Employment or Status Documents: Depending on your situation:
Employed: Leave approval / payslips / employer letter
Self-employed: Business registration
Students: Enrollment proof, NOC
Retired: Pension documents.
Invitation Letter: Required if visiting family/friends—may need to be registered officially in Poland.
Previous Schengen Visas: Copies (if any) to demonstrate travel history.
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Additional for Minors: Notarized NOC from parents, copies of parent IDs, custody documents as needed.
Quick Summary Table
Aspect Details
Visa Type Schengen Tourist Visa (Type C) for Poland
Valid Stay Up to 90 days within 180 days
Fees (Adults) INR 8,272 (~€90)
Fees (Children 6–12) INR 4,136 (~€45)
Service Fee (VFS) INR 972; Courier optional INR 819
Processing Time 15 days standard, up to 45 days in special cases
Key Documents Application form, passport, photo, insurance, itinerary, accommodation, finances, cover letter, status docs, invitation (if any), minor consent (if needed)
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