Through Poland's e-Consulate system, with an in-person appointment at the Polish consulate or its visa service centre in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh/Jeddah).

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Saudi Arabia to Poland visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay on a Schengen visa?

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across all Schengen Area countries combined, not just Poland.

Q: Does ETIAS replace the visa for Saudi travellers?

No. ETIAS is only for nationalities that are already visa-free. Because Saudi citizens still need a Schengen visa, ETIAS does not apply to them.

Q: How much does the visa cost in 2026?

The adult Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 as of 11 June 2026 (previously EUR 80), plus any service-centre charge and insurance cost.

Q: How long does processing take?

Normally 15 calendar days from a complete application, but it can extend up to 45 days in complex cases, so apply well in advance.

Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders need a Schengen Type C (short-stay) visa to visit Poland for tourism. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel, and ETIAS does not apply because Saudi citizens are not yet visa-exempt for the Schengen Area. Poland is a full member of the Schengen Area, and Saudi Arabia is not on the EU visa-exemption list. Both the official Polish consular page for Saudi Arabia (gov.pl) and Wikipedia's visa-requirements table confirm Saudi ordinary passport holders must obtain a uniform Schengen Type C visa before travel. The visa is applied for in person through Poland's e-Consulate system / its visa service provider in Riyadh or Jeddah, and it permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. As of 11 June 2026 the standard adult Schengen visa fee rose from EUR 80 to EUR 90. Note that ETIAS (the EU travel authorisation expected to launch in late 2026) is only for nationalities that are already visa-free; it does NOT replace the visa requirement for Saudi citizens. The EU has discussed future visa-free access for Saudi nationals, but no such waiver is in force as of mid-2026, so a Schengen visa remains mandatory.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen Type C short-stay (tourist) visa

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double or multiple (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (children 6-11); free under 6

consular fee only

Processing time

15 calendar days typical; up to 45 days in complex cases

standard track

Validity

Issued for the trip dates; multiple-entry visas may be valid up to 5 years with the 90/180 limit

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a Schengen visa

As a Saudi ordinary passport holder you must obtain a Type C Schengen visa from Poland before travelling. Poland is the correct consulate if it is your main or sole destination.

· Type C· Apply before travel

/02

Create an e-Consulate appointment

Register on Poland's e-Consulate system, complete the online application, and book an in-person appointment. Book no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before travel.

· e-Consulate· In person

/03

Gather required documents

Prepare passport, photo, travel medical insurance (min EUR 30,000), flight and accommodation bookings, employment letter, and proof of funds.

· 6+ documents

/04

Attend the appointment and give biometrics

Submit your documents in person at the consulate or visa centre in Riyadh/Jeddah, pay the fee, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics).

· Biometrics· Pay fee

/05

Wait for processing

The consul decides within 15 calendar days normally; complex cases may take up to 45 days. Do not book non-refundable travel before approval.

· 15-45 days

/06

Collect passport and travel

Retrieve your passport with the visa, verify the validity dates and number of entries, and respect the 90/180-day limit across all Schengen states.

· Check visa sticker· 90/180 rule

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Saudi Arabia -> Poland · Schengen Type C short-stay (tourist) visa

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid 3+ months beyond return, issued within 10 years, 2+ blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form (via e-Consulate)

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredOne recent 3.5 x 4.5 cm colour biometric photo

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance covering all Schengen states, min EUR 30,000

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredConfirmed round-trip flight reservation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedEmployment / business confirmation letter

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredVisa fee EUR 90 (plus any service-provider charge)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredFor non-Saudi residents: valid Iqama and Saudi re-entry visa

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

conditional

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesPoland in Saudi Arabia - C-Type Schengen Visa (official gov.pl)Wikipedia - Visa requirements for Saudi citizens European Commission / Schengen Visa Fee increase to EUR 90 (June 2026)

Application link included: Poland in Saudi Arabia - C-Type Schengen Visa (official gov.pl)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Raised from EUR 80 on 11 June 2026

Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt

Visa service-provider / VFS feeEUR 30-40 approxCharged separately by the outsourcing centre

Travel medical insuranceEUR 30-60 approxMinimum EUR 30,000 coverage; varies by trip length

Total estimateEUR 90 — EUR 190incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard consular processing

15 calendar days

Normal decision timeframe once a complete application is submitted.

Extended processing

Up to 45 days

Applies in complex cases or when additional documents/checks are needed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Poland is in the Schengen Area

Poland applies the common Schengen visa policy, and Saudi Arabia is not on the EU visa-exempt list.

High

/02

No visa-on-arrival or eVisa for tourism

Saudi nationals cannot obtain a visa at the border or fully online; they must apply at the consulate beforehand.

High

/03

ETIAS does not apply to Saudi citizens

ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities; Saudi travellers still need a full visa, not a travel authorisation.

Medium

/04

Future EU visa-free access not yet in force

The EU has discussed visa liberalisation for Saudi nationals, but no waiver exists as of mid-2026.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Saudi Arabia to Poland route verified

Confirmed against the official Polish consular page for Saudi Arabia and Wikipedia: Saudi ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa for Poland. Updated adult fee to EUR 90 (effective 11 June 2026) and clarified that ETIAS does not apply.

/09 — The questions