Type D National Visa - Family Reunification
Poland
Last updated: December 27, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$159
2-8 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you move to Poland to live with family members already there. You can bring your spouse, children, or other relatives who depend on you. Once you arrive, you can work anywhere without needing special permission. You can work for companies or run your own business. This is a long-term visa that leads to permanent residency after 4 years and citizenship after 5-7 years total.
Key Benefits
- Work anywhere without job permit
- Bring spouse and children
- Free public healthcare once employed
- Travel throughout Schengen area
- Children can attend Polish schools
- Permanent residency eligibility after 4 years
- Polish citizenship eligibility after 5-7 years
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be spouse, child, or dependent family member of someone in Poland
- Sponsor must be Polish or have valid residence permit
- Sponsor must have employment or refugee status
- No serious criminal record
- Sponsor must earn minimum required income
- Valid health insurance required
- Confirmed housing in Poland required
- All documents must have official government stamps or seals
Financial Requirement
Sponsor must earn at least $290/month (single) or $200/month per family member (married). Income must come from employment.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be valid for 3+ months beyond intended stay
- Marriage certificateOfficial copy with government stamps and seals
- Birth certificatesFor all children, official copies with stamps
- Bank statementsFrom the last month showing financial means
- Employment proofSponsor's job contract and recent payslips
- Housing proofRental agreement or property deed in Poland
- Plane ticketReservation showing intended travel
- Health insuranceMinimum $33,000 coverage
- Passport photos2 color photos, 35x45mm
- Covering letterExplanation of why you're moving
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.