Poland is one of the largest countries in Central Europe, with a diverse economy and many job openings for foreigners, especially in manufacturing, logistics and IT.

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Quick facts at a glance

• Long-term work visa: a National Visa (Type D) allows you to stay and work in Poland for more than 90 days.
• Residence permit: a Temporary Residence Permit for Work allows you to live and work in Poland for a specific period, typically issued for employment contracts longer than 3 months. You apply for it at the voivode in Poland, not at the Polish consulate.
• Work permit: your Polish employer applies for it, and must check first that there are no suitable Polish or EU citizens.
• Application fee: the visa fee is non-refundable, even if your application is rejected.

Why Poland, in plain terms

• Strong demand in IT and technology, engineering and manufacturing, and logistics and transport.
• Many international companies have offices or factories in Warsaw, Krakow and Wroclaw.
• Roles are listed by sector in this guide, from healthcare and finance to hospitality, education and green energy.

The route, step by step

1. Find a job and get an offer. Use job search websites, recruitment agencies and company websites. Visa and job requirements vary by job type.
2. Your employer applies for a work permit. The employer must demonstrate that there are no suitable Polish or EU citizens available.
3. Apply for your residence permit at the voivode in Poland. After the work permit is approved, you apply for a residence permit for work purposes at the voivode in Poland, not at the Polish consulate.
4. Submit your visa application to the Polish consulate in your home country. Submit your visa application and the required documents to the Polish consulate. The visa fee is non-refundable, even if your application is rejected.
5. Give biometric data. You may need to provide fingerprints and a photograph at the consulate in your home country.
6. Wait for a decision. You may be asked for an interview. A work permit is usually processed within a few weeks, but this can vary depending on the type of permit and other factors.
7. Arrive and register. Register your residence and obtain a residence card within the specified period after arriving in Poland.

What to prepare

• Work permit
• Employment contract
• Proof of accommodation
• Proof of health insurance
• Proof of financial means

Who this is NOT for

• Anyone looking for a guarantee: no job, visa or permit outcome is guaranteed.
• Anyone who wants to buy a job offer: never pay anyone for a job offer. JobVision never charges candidates.
• Anyone planning to overstay: there is no overstay route in this guide.

Questions applicants ask first

Who applies for the work permit?
Your Polish employer.

Where do I apply for a residence permit for work?
At the voivode in Poland, not at the Polish consulate.

What visa do I need for work over 90 days?
A National Visa (Type D).

Jobs in Poland

• Production operators, Poland
• Warehouse workers and forklift operators, Poland
• See all live vacancies.

Your next step

Send your CV at https://jobvision.lv/job-seekers/ (CV file, PDF or DOC, up to 5 MB), or message us on WhatsApp at +371 20495241. JobVision is a licensed Latvian recruitment agency, licence 29/2026, registration 40203344680, licence valid until 27 May 2029. We are free for candidates, employers pay.

General guidance only, not legal advice. No job, visa or permit outcome is guaranteed.