Poland Visa RequirementsFor Thailand passport holders
Polish Schengen visa is required for Thai nationals. Warsaw and Krakow are increasingly popular with Thai travelers for their history, culture, and affordability.
Thailand passport holders require a visa to enter Poland.
Apply at the Polish Embassy Bangkok. Required documents: valid Thai passport, application form, 2 photos, confirmed flight itinerary, hotel bookings, EUR 30,000 travel insurance, 3 months bank statements, employment letter. Fee is EUR 80. Processing is approximately 15 calendar days.
Poland is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Thailand to Poland: What You Need to Know
Poland is a Schengen member. Thai passport holders need a Type C Schengen visa. The Polish Embassy in Bangkok processes applications.
Practical Tips
Krakow (Wawel Castle, Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial), Warsaw (Royal Castle, POLIN Museum), Gdansk, and the Tatra Mountains are the top destinations. Polish Zloty (PLN) is the currency, not the Euro. Poland is one of Europe's most affordable destinations, making it excellent value for Thai travelers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Thai nationals need a visa to visit Poland?
Yes. Poland is a Schengen member and Thai passport holders must apply for a Schengen Type C visa at the Polish Embassy in Bangkok. The fee is EUR 80.
What currency is used in Poland?
Poland uses the Polish Zloty (PLN), not the Euro, despite being an EU member state. Exchange to Zloty at banks or kantors (exchange offices); avoid airport rates. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Is Poland affordable for Thai tourists?
Yes. Poland is one of Europe's most affordable destinations. Food, accommodation, and transport are significantly cheaper than in Western Europe. A good meal in a mid-range restaurant in Krakow or Warsaw costs a fraction of what it would in Paris or Amsterdam. Polish beer and vodka are also excellent and very inexpensive.
What are the top historical sites in Poland for Thai visitors?
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum (a sobering but important UNESCO site), Krakow's Wawel Royal Castle and UNESCO-listed Old Town, Warsaw's Royal Castle and reconstructed Old Town (UNESCO, entirely rebuilt after WWII), the Wieliczka Salt Mine near Krakow (UNESCO), and Gdansk's Long Market (Dlugi Targ) are the highlights.