Poland — Emergency Visa Extension

Poland — Emergency Visa Extension (Przedłużenie wizy w nagłych przypadkach)

Poland — Emergency Visa Extension (Przedłużenie wizy w nagłych przypadkach)

1. Legal Basis

Regulated under Art. 108 ust. 1 Ustawa o cudzoziemcach.

2. Who Qualifies

• Serious illness

• Flight cancellations

• Passport loss

• Administrative delays

• Humanitarian reasons

3. Where to Apply

Your regional Voivodeship Office (Urząd Wojewódzki).

4. Required Documents

• Passport

• Emergency proof

• Visa application form

• Proof of accommodation

• Proof of funds

• Health insurance

5. Duration

Extension lasts until the emergency ends — no fixed period.

6. Processing Time

Usually 10–30 days.

7. Key Advice

Poland rarely grants extensions unless the emergency is clearly documented.