If you are a citizen of an EU member state the only thing you need to have to enter Poland is a valid travel document or a document confirming identity and citizenship (i.e. your national ID).
The two main documents you will need to enter Poland if are not a EU citizen are a valid travel document (passport) and a visa (if required). As a general rule Non-EU citizens need a visa to enter Poland.
Citizens of the following countries do not need a visa to enter:
The following countries do not require a visa for visits lasting less than 90 days, but require a valid passport to enter Poland.
Andorra, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, El Salvador, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kiribati, Latvia, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Nauru, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & the Grandines, Samoa, San Marino, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea. Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, Tuvalu, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Vatican City.
Other countries:
If your country has not been mentioned previously, please check the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland.
Poland has a good healthcare system. It’s advisable to have travel insurance to cover any medical needs.
The local currency is the Polish złoty (PLN). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but it’s good to have some cash for smaller purchases.
Wi-Fi is commonly available in hotels, cafes, and public spaces. Poland uses the European standard of 230V electricity, with type C and E plugs.
Dial 112 for any emergency services in Poland.
Kraków operates on Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1.
Non-EU visitors can claim VAT refunds on eligible purchases. Keep your receipts and ask for a tax-free form when making purchases.
In February, Kraków experiences cold weather, with temperatures averaging between -3°C and 5°C (26°F to 41°F). Dress warmly and be prepared for possible snow.