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Poland:
Visas, Document Requirements & Certified Translation
Your comprehensive guide to Polish residency and short-stay visas. Document requirements, financial proofs, and MEA Apostille & Certified Translations accepted by Polish consulates. In-country residency submissions to the Voivode office require certified Polish translations.
Family Reunification Visa (Voivode)
"Bring your family members to live with you in Poland."
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Aligned with the sponsor's residency card validity.
Core Eligibility Criteria
- check_circleSponsoring approval issued by the local Voivodship Office (Wojewoda) in Poland.
- check_circleSponsor residency card (Karta Pobytu) and passport photocopy.
- check_circleSponsor income proof and registered lease contract.
- check_circleOriginal Marriage/Birth Certificate - Apostille valid within 3 months.
- check_circlePassport Office PCC - valid for 6 months (Apostille valid within 3 months).
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General Visa Documents
- checkVoivode approval letter copy.
- checkApplicant passport copy.
- checkSponsor Karta Pobytu & passport copy.
Translations & Legalization
Original Marriage/Birth Certificate
ApostilleCertified Translation
Original certificate with Hague Apostille. Polish Certified Translation is required for Wojewoda submissions, while consulates accept English or Polish.
Passport Office PCC (Police Clearance)
ApostilleCertified Translation
PCC valid for 6 months, apostilled. Polish Certified Translation is required for Wojewoda submissions, while consulates accept English or Polish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Certified Translations to Polish?
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Yes, if you are submitting documents inside Poland (e.g. to the Wojewoda for a Karta Pobytu residency card). Submissions must be translated by a Polish certified translator registered with the Ministry of Justice. However, Polish consulates abroad often accept supporting documents in English without translation.
Do Polish consulates require Apostille?
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Yes. All certificates must be legalized with a Hague Apostille in your country of origin before translation.