Category: Retirement Visa
Overview: Non-EU/EEA citizens seeking to retire in Poland typically apply for a long-stay D-type visa based on proof of sufficient financial means, health insurance, and accommodation. This visa allows extended stays for retirees.
Eligibility: Non-EU/EEA, proof of stable and sufficient financial means (pension/income), comprehensive health insurance, secured accommodation, and no criminal record are required.
Processing Time: ~30 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visas
Summary: This visa allows non-EU/EEA citizens to reside in Poland long-term for retirement. Key eligibility includes proving stable financial means (pension), comprehensive health insurance, and secure accommodation. It offers an extended stay in Poland.