Okay, here is my sharing about how I applied for a Polish visa online:
Man, getting a visa can be a real pain. But I needed to go to Poland, so I had to figure it out. I started by looking for the nearest Polish embassy, which was not that close, but hey, what can you do? I had to plan my travel to cover the territory of Poland. I was planning a short holiday, so I thought it would not be that complicated.
Next, I tried to set up an appointment. It turned out I also needed to fill out an application form. This form was pretty long, and I had to provide all sorts of details about myself and my trip. I also discovered there are different types of visas, like the Schengen Visa (Type C) and the National Visa (Type D). I was going for the short-term one, so I guess that’s the Type C.

Here’s what I did, step-by-step:
- Found the embassy: First, I searched online to find the closest Polish embassy. It’s important because you can’t just apply anywhere. Your travel must cover the territory of Poland.
- Appointment and form: Then, I went to their website to try and book an appointment. At the same time, I found the application form there and filled it out. It asked for a lot of information, so make sure you have all your details ready.
- Figured out the visa type: I learned there are different visa types. Since I was going for a holiday, I figured I needed the Schengen Visa, which is for short stays.
- Submitted everything: Once I had the form filled out and the appointment booked, I just had to wait for the date. On the day of the appointment, I went to the embassy, submitted all my documents, and hoped for the best.
After a few days, I got an email saying my visa was approved! What a relief. It was a bit of a hassle, but I finally got it. I learned that planning is really important when applying for a visa. Now, I’m all set for my trip to Poland!
Some Tips from My Experience
- Start early, don’t wait until the last minute.
- Double-check all the requirements and documents needed.
- Make sure your application form is filled out correctly.
- Be patient, these things can take time.
So yeah, that’s how I managed to get my Polish visa. It wasn’t the easiest thing, but I got through it. Just follow these steps, and hopefully, you’ll get yours too. Good luck!