You need a visa for Poland if you have an Iraqi passport

These visas exist for Poland, but they cannot be applied for online with Iraqi nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Poland Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Iraqi citizens need a visa for Poland. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Poland may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 3+ months beyond stay with 2 blank pages
  • Photo: 35x45mm, white background, recent within 6 months
  • Travel insurance covering minimum 30,000 EUR medical costs
  • Confirmed hotel bookings or invitation letter from host
  • Proof of funds: 300 PLN per day or equivalent
  • Round-trip flight reservation or detailed travel itinerary

Entry requirements for Iraqi travellers

These rules apply specifically to Iraqi passport holders entering Poland as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory travel health insurance

    Travelers must have travel health insurance when visiting Poland. Insurance should cover at least EUR 30,000.00, be valid in all Schengen countries, and cover the entire duration of stay.

    Poland Embassy in France Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 3 months after the traveler

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Poland. The traveler's passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the traveler's arrival date and remain valid for at least 3 months after the traveler's departure from Poland. The passport must have at least 2 blank pages.

    European Union Last checked 2026-07-20
  • May be required

    Entry/Exit System (EES) new digital passport control at European borders

    The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new digital border process for non-EU nationals traveling for a short stay (up to 90 days within 180 days). No advance action is required. Travelers should allow additional time at passport control, especially during busy travel seasons. At passport control, travelers provide a facial photo and/or fingerprints. Passports are no longer stamped. Self-service kiosks may be available at some airports and border entries.

    • This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals; -Nationals of Andorra, Monaco, and San Marino; -Holders of Vatican City or Holy See passports; -Holders of residence permits or long-stay visas; -Family members of EU nationals holding a residence card; -UK nationals and family members holding valid Brexit Withdrawal Agreement residence documents issued by their host EU member state. Check the source for more details and a full list of exemptions.
    Entry/Exit System Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Poland

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Poland.

    Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Poland.

    Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Required

    Transit visa

    Travelers need a visa to transit through Poland. Travelers must obtain a paper or embassy visa from an embassy, consulate or visa center before traveling. For details on specific airport conditions and transit facilities, please check the source and contact the government for more details.

    • This airport transit visa requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers as long as their next destination is outside of the Schengen area: -Holders of a valid visa or residence permit issued by a Schengen member state; -Holders of a valid visa issued by Canada, Japan, United States, European Union or European Economic Area member state; -Holders of a valid visa for one or more of the overseas countries and territories of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba); -Holders of a valid residence permit issued by the European Union or European Economic Area member state; -Holders of a residence permit issued by Andorra, Canada, Japan, San Marino, or United States that guarantees the unrestricted right of return; -Holders of a residence permit issued by one or more of the overseas countries and territories of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba); -Travelers who are a family member of a citizen of the EU, EEA or Switzerland.
    Last checked 2026-07-20
  • May be required

    Entry requirements for traveling with pets (dogs and cats)

    Travelers should check with their airline for pet transport requirements before traveling, as policies differ. Dogs and cats traveling into the EU from outside the EU must meet entry requirements that vary by country of origin. Pets must be microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. Additional requirements may apply depending on where travel originates. Travelers can check the specific requirements for their country of origin on the EU government's pet travel page. Travelers bringing other animals should check the national rules of their destination country directly.

    EU Pet Entry Requirements Last checked 2026-07-20

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