Poland visa requirements for Malawians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malawians visiting Poland

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Polish Visa.

  • Original Malawi passport that is valid for at least 6 months after the intended period of stay in Poland.
  • Passport must have at least one blank page for the visa stamp.
  • Poland application form that is completely filled and signed.
  • One recent passport photograph with a white background.
  • Copies of tickets or confirmed travel itinerary showing entry and exit date.
  • Copies of most recent bank statement showing proof of financial means.
  • Copies of confirmed hotel reservation as proof of accommodation in Poland.
  • Receipt showing that application form has been paid.
  • A record of good character signed by the local police department in Malawi is required.
  • A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is to be submitted by applicants.
  • All applications and supporting documents must be in English Language or Dutch.
  • Pets must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate issued by a registered veterinarian from.
  • Children under 18 years of age must have a valid passport and letter of parental consent.

Poland Visa for Malawians

Facts about Poland

Poland, officially the Republic of Poland, is a country located in Central Europe. It is divided into 16 administrative subdivisions, covering an area of 312,696 square kilometers, and has a largely temperate seasonal climate.

Types of Poland Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 14 business days 90 days
Business visa 14 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Poland Visa

  • Original Malawi passport that is valid for at least 6 months after the intended period of stay in Poland.
  • Passport must have at least one blank page for the visa stamp.
  • Poland application form that is completely filled and signed.
  • One recent passport photograph with a white background.
  • Copies of tickets or confirmed travel itinerary showing entry and exit date.
  • Copies of most recent bank statement showing proof of financial means.
  • Copies of confirmed hotel reservation as proof of accommodation in Poland.
  • Receipt showing that application form has been paid.
  • A record of good character signed by the local police department in Malawi is required.
  • A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is to be submitted by applicants.
  • All applications and supporting documents must be in English Language or Dutch.
  • Pets must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate issued by a registered veterinarian from.
  • Children under 18 years of age must have a valid passport and letter of parental consent.
Poland Tourist visa Poland Business visa

Poland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is granted to applicants for the purpose of tourism purposes such as relaxations, holidays, recreation, and sightseeing.
  • The application form should be correctly filled and signed by the applicant.
  • An original Malawi passport that is valid for at least 6 months.
  • The original passport should have at least two blank pages for visa affixation.
  • A confirmed criminal record signed by the local police indicating that the applicant does not have any criminal record is required.
  • 2 passport photographs displaying a neutral expression must be taken within the last 6 months is required.
  •  Birth certificate, identity documents of parents and signed consent note by the parents or legal guardians for applicants under 18 years is required.
  • Detailed tour itinerary showing entry and exit dates from Poland.
  • A letter of invitation from the host applicant is visiting or hotel confirmation indicating the duration of your stay in Poland.
  • The letter of invitation must indicate the relationship between the applicant and the host.
  • The host could either be a friend, family member or tour company in Poland.
  • Applicants are not required to work or study in Poland with a tourist visa.

Poland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to business travellers visiting Poland with the intention of engaging in business activities with their partners.
  • This visa allows foreigners to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners in the country.
  • Holders of this visa are not prohibited from attending trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars relating to their profession.
  • An official letter of invitation from the inviting company in Poland is required. The letter must state the purpose and duration of the visit.
  • The business letter must also state who will be responsible for the applicant’s finances during the applicant's stay in Poland.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in Malawi should be provided. The letter must state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and length of employment.
  • Proof of previous trade relations between the applicant’s company and the host company should be provided if any.
  • Documents that show that the applicant has the incentive of returning to Malawi at the expiration of this visa is required.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee should be provided.

Poland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

2500.00 (PLN)

Business visa

2500.00 (PLN)

Poland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Malawi

Location

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There is currently no Embassy of Poland in Malawi, however, applicants are advised to apply at the Embassy of Poland in Bangkok, Tanzania.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the emergency number used in Poland?

The 112 emergency number is an all-service number in Poland like in other EU states, but old numbers that were traditionally designated for emergencies are still in use parallel to 112. Those are 999 for the ambulance, 998 for the fire brigade and 997 for police.

When is the best time to visit Poland?

The best time to visit Poland is during spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). This country has a typical European temperate climate with six distinctive seasons where summers are mostly hot and wet while winters are frigid.

What vaccination is required for Polish visa?

Poland does not require any vaccination of international travellers, but the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends travellers be covered for diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps, rubella, and polio, regardless of their destination.

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