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Visas
Poland’s entrance into the EU has seen changes galore to visa requirements. Members of the EU, and citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the US can now enter Poland without a visa and stay for a period of three months (British citizens can stay for six months). Visas are obligatory for citizens of any country which does not have an agreement with Poland – you’ll find a relevant list available at www.msz.gov.pl. Visas are not available at airports or land or sea borders and therefore must be procured from a Polish consulate outside of Poland. Although there is no set price standard cost is 35Euro and waiting time is usually 14 days. Again, visas issued apply for 30 or 90 days. Since October 21, 2007 Poland has been a member of the Schengen agreement leading to the elimination of border posts and between member countries. Currently this applies to land crossings, with airports due to fall into line on March 31, 2008. Those wishing to apply for residency are required to visit the local Urzad Wojewódzki office no later that 45 days before your visa expires. A short term residency issue can then be issued. Those looking to work in Poland must apply for permission from the Voivodeship Work Office. The process allegedly takes 14 days though can take longer depending on the office. If traveling further afield then note that American, Canadian, Japanese and EU citizens no longer need a visa to enter the Ukraine. Anyone bar citizens of Russia will have to apply for a visa if wishing to visit Kaliningrad or Bielarus.
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