canivisit.com
Beta — verify with official sources⌘K
Home/from/vn/to/pl
🇻🇳VIETNAM
🏳PLVN-PL

Do Vietnam passport holders need a visa to visit PL?

Yes — a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder needs a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Poland for tourism. There is no visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or eVisa option, and ETIAS does not apply to Vietnamese nationals. Poland is a full member of the Schengen Area, and Vietnam is on Annex I of EU Regulation 2018/1806, meaning Vietnamese ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before travel. For tourism or a short visit, the correct document is a Schengen Uniform Type C visa, which permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across all 29 Schengen states. The application is lodged at the Polish Embassy/Consulate in Vietnam via the e-Konsulat system, with biometrics and document submission typically handled through the VFS Global centres in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The standard visa fee is EUR 90 for adults (EUR 45 for children 6-11, free under 6), plus a VFS service fee. Standard processing is about 15 calendar days but can extend to 45 days in peak season, so apply at least 3 weeks ahead. ETIAS (expected late 2026) applies only to visa-exempt nationalities and does NOT replace the visa for Vietnamese travellers; once the Entry/Exit System (EES) is live, biometrics will also be collected at the border. Always confirm details with the Polish consulate before travel.
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Schengen Uniform Visa (Type C, short stay)
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 (child 6-11); free under 6
consular fee only
Processing time
~15 calendar days (up to 45 in peak season)
standard track
Validity
Per visa sticker; max 90/180 within the validity window
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm visa type and main destination
For tourism, apply for a Schengen Type C visa. If visiting only Poland, apply to Poland; if visiting several Schengen states, apply to the country of your main stay (longest) or your first point of entry.
· Type C· Main destination rule
/02
Register on e-Konsulat and book an appointment
Create an application on Poland's e-Konsulat portal, complete the form, then book a biometrics/submission appointment at the Polish consular service or VFS Global centre in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
· e-Konsulat· VFS Global
/03
Assemble supporting documents
Prepare passport, photos, travel insurance (min. EUR 30,000), round-trip flight reservation, accommodation proof, and evidence of sufficient funds and ties to Vietnam.
· Insurance EUR 30,000· Proof of funds
/04
Attend appointment and give biometrics
Submit your file in person, pay the visa fee plus the VFS service fee, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics, unless recently enrolled).
· Biometrics· Pay fee
/05
Wait for processing
Standard decision takes about 15 calendar days; allow up to 45 days in busy periods. Apply at least 3 weeks before travel, and no earlier than 6 months ahead.
· ~15 days· Apply 3+ weeks early
/06
Collect passport and verify the visa
Retrieve your passport, check the visa sticker (dates, number of entries, duration of stay) and carry supporting documents for the border check.
· Check sticker· Carry documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Vietnamese passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages
required
Completed Schengen visa application form (via e-Konsulat)
required
Two recent ICAO-standard photos (white background, last 3 months)
required
Travel medical insurance with min. EUR 30,000 coverage for the whole Schengen area
required
Round-trip flight reservation / itinerary
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)
required
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, salary, sponsorship)
required
Proof of ties to Vietnam (employment letter, business, family)
recommended
Visa fee plus VFS Global service fee
required
Cover letter explaining trip purpose and dates
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Approx. VND 2.5 million; standard short-stay Type C
Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt
VFS Global service fee~EUR 25-35Per applicant, varies; paid in VND at the centre
Travel medical insurance~EUR 30-60Min. EUR 30,000 coverage; price varies by trip length
Total estimateEUR 90 — EUR 185incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
~15 calendar days
Typical decision time after submission; can rise to 45 days in peak season or if extra documents are requested.
Early application
Up to 6 months ahead
Apply no earlier than 6 months and at least 3 weeks before travel to allow buffer for delays.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Vietnam is on EU visa-required list (Annex I)
Under Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Vietnamese nationals must hold a visa to cross Schengen external borders.
High
/02
Tourism short stay
Holiday and short visits fall under the Schengen Type C uniform visa for stays up to 90/180 days.
High
/03
Visiting family or friends
Private visits also require a Type C visa, often supported by an invitation letter.
Medium
/04
Business or conference trip
Short business visits use the same Type C visa with an invitation from the host company.
Medium
/05
Transit through Poland to another Schengen state
Onward travel within Schengen is covered by the same short-stay visa; no separate transit visa needed for holders.
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
Vietnam to Poland route verified
Confirmed via Poland MFA/gov.pl, EU Regulation 2018/1806 (Annex I) and the European Commission visa-policy page that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders still require a Schengen Type C visa for Poland. ETIAS (expected late 2026) does not apply to Vietnamese nationals; EES biometric checks are rolling out. Fee remains EUR 90.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Vietnamese citizens visit Poland visa-free?—
No. Vietnam is on the EU visa-required list, so a Schengen Type C visa must be obtained before travel — there is no visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival, or eVisa.
Does ETIAS apply to Vietnamese travellers?+
Where do I apply for a Poland Schengen visa in Vietnam?+
How long can I stay in Poland on this visa?+
How much does the visa cost?+
How early should I apply?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Vietnam passport

🇻🇳⇄
Compare the Vietnam passport
Stack it up against another passport→
🇻🇳◐
Vietnam visa-free map
See where this passport goes visa-free→
🇻🇳▤
Vietnam passport power
Global rank and destination breakdown→
See something wrong on this page?
Policies change. If something looks off, tell us — we review every report within 48 hours.