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Poland Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Egyptian citizens need a Schengen Type C visa for Poland — apply via VFS Global Cairo; fee EUR 90, processing around 15 working days.

Guide last updated October 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
  • One recent biometric photo, 35x45mm, white background
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) collected at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Cairo
  • Travel/medical insurance valid across the Schengen area, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
  • Proof of accommodation in Poland (hotel booking or host invitation letter)
  • Confirmed round-trip flight reservation
  • Bank statements for the last 3-6 months
  • Employment letter/NOC from employer, or business documents if self-employed

Visa types

  • Schengen Tourist/Visit Visa (Type C) - single, double or multiple entry, up to 90 days within any 180-day period, fee EUR 90
  • Schengen Business Visa (Type C) - requires an invitation letter from a Polish company
  • National Visa (Type D) - for study, work or family reunification longer than 90 days, applied for separately with Polish immigration authorities, longer processing time

How to apply online

  • Complete the Schengen application form and book an appointment through VFS Global's Poland visa page for Cairo
  • Attend in person to submit documents and biometrics at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre
  • Documents are forwarded to the Polish consulate for a decision
  • Decision is communicated by SMS/email; the passport with the visa sticker (or refusal letter) is collected from or returned by VFS
  • Standard processing time is around 15 calendar days; complex cases can take up to 45 days
  • Fee EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-12, free for children under 6, plus a VFS Global service fee

Fees & processing time

  • Schengen visa fee: EUR 90, children 6-12: EUR 45
  • VFS Global service fee added on top of the consular fee
  • Total estimated cost: EUR 90-120 including service charges
  • Standard processing time: 15 working days from a complete application
  • No official express service for Poland through VFS Cairo; apply early, especially during peak travel seasons

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 working days before travel
  • Common rejection reasons: weak financial documentation, unclear itinerary, or insufficiently supported invitation letters
  • Book a VFS Global appointment early, as Cairo slots can be limited
  • Ensure travel insurance explicitly states Schengen-area coverage of at least EUR 30,000
  • Extensions inside Poland are rarely granted except for documented emergencies; plan the trip to fit within the granted visa dates

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.