Poland self-employment visa
1 current source-backed self-employment pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | The temporary residence permit for business activity is for a foreigner who conducts business in Poland under Polish law. The activity must be beneficial to Polish society through the income it generates or its impact on the labour market; a business plan is among the official evidence used for this purpose. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Application fee (issuance, employed) | 340 PLN | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Application fee (residence card, employed) | 100 PLN | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Processing time (standard, legal maximum) | 60 days | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | First permit valid for | 36 months | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Can be renewed | yes | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Family can come along | yes | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Permanent residence after | 5 years | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Money to show | 1,010 PLN | Official source |
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | Where to apply | online | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary residence permit for the purpose of conducting business activity | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |