Poland
Central Europe · Schengen area
Do US citizens need a visa? No — up to 90 days
US citizens can visit Poland/Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for tourism/business; ETIAS will eventually be required as a pre-travel authorization (not yet mandatory).
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Fees & exemptions
- Adult standard Schengen visa€90
- Child 6-12€45
Standard Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 (or USD equivalent), payable at consulate; children under 6 exempt.
Where to apply
Consular Section of the Embassy of Poland in Washington, DC or Consulates General in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York depending on state of residence
Appointment system
Book via the e-konsulat.gov.pl system; appointment required, in-person submission only.
Required documents
- e-konsulat application form, printed and signed
- Passport (issued within 10 yrs, valid 3+ months beyond return, 2 blank pages)
- Photo 3.5x4.5cm, white background, <6 months old
- Copy of passport bio page
- Travel medical insurance, min EUR 30,000 coverage
- Proof of residence in consular district (ID copy)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, credit card, employer letter)
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of purpose/itinerary of trip
Editor tips
Apply as early as possible; consular district is determined by home state.
Country-specific quirks
Applications must be submitted in person; no mail/fax/email submissions accepted.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Poland are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence — you cannot normally apply in a country you are only visiting.
- If you are not a citizen of the country you apply from, bring your residence permit or long-stay visa — it usually has to stay valid for at least 3 months after your return.
- Visiting several Schengen countries? Apply to your main destination, or — if you split time evenly — to the country you enter first.
- Some passports are visa-exempt for short stays and only need ETIAS travel authorisation instead of a visa; long-stay and work permits are still required for everyone.
- Fees, document lists and appointment systems are set per consulate, so the local Poland mission for your region always overrides anything on this page.
Where to submit if you apply from the US
Addresses where applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Poland visa documents and give biometrics. Applying from elsewhere? Use the official links below to find the Poland mission covering your country of residence.
- Washington, DCConsular Section of the Embassy of Poland
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Always cross-check requirements on the official page for your jurisdiction — details can vary by country of residence.
Where to apply
Consular Section of the Embassy of Poland in Washington, DC or Consulates General in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York depending on state of residence
Appointment system
Book via the e-konsulat.gov.pl system; appointment required, in-person submission only.
Who can apply where
Your nationality decides whether you need a visa; where you legally live decides where you apply. Applications for Poland are handled by its embassy, consulate or visa centre covering your country of residence.
Applicants of any nationality living in the United States hand in Poland visa documents and give biometrics at these addresses.
- Washington, DCConsular Section of the Embassy of Poland
Address published on the provider's site — check the link below.
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Book your travel to use for supporting documents for Poland
Most consulates ask for a flight itinerary and confirmed accommodation. Search Warsaw and attach the confirmations to your application.
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