Guide to Costs for the Poland Working Holiday Visa

Volare Editorial Staff | May 11, 2026

Volare presents an updated technical report on consular fees and administrative charges for the Republic of Poland's Working Holiday program. As of January 1, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland implemented a global tariff reform that standardized the cost of the National Visa Type D, impacting all jurisdictions where e-konsulat is managed.

Fee Breakdown by Nationality

The consular fee is adapted to the local currency of the jurisdiction where the file is submitted, following the values set by Polish regulations:

• Argentina and Chile: 235 USD fixed. Payment is mandatory in cash at the time of submitting the application at the embassy. It is non-refundable under any circumstances.

• Australia: 334 AUD fixed. There is a possibility of paying by cash, card, or transfer, depending on the specific consular office.

• Canada: 202 CAD fixed. Payment by cash, money order, or check is accepted; most delegations do not have terminals for card payments.

• South Korea and New Zealand: 200 EUR (or its exact equivalent in local currency). This fee corresponds to the standardization after the 2026 reform and is non-refundable.

• Japan: 100% free process. Japanese citizens are legally exempt from paying this fee due to prior diplomatic agreements.

• Taiwan: 7,492 NTD fixed. Payment is required in full at the time of submitting the application at the Polish office and is non-refundable.

Analysis of the 2026 Tariff Reform

The update implemented by the Polish government increased the base cost of the National Visa Type D to 200 EUR, representing an increase of nearly 25% compared to previous cycles. It is fundamental to understand that the amount paid covers exclusively the "processing" of the file. Therefore, if the visa is denied or the applicant withdraws from the process, the amount is not refunded.

For applicants from Latin America, such as Argentina and Chile, the fee has been unified at 235 USD. Embassies maintain a strict policy of cash payment on the day of the in-person appointment; therefore, it is recommended to bring the exact amount to avoid administrative delays.

Volare reaffirms its commitment to providing technical clarity on international mobility regulations, facilitating safe financial planning adjusted to the standards of the Republic of Poland. To obtain more information about these destinations and to learn the specific details of each process, interested parties can visit the official Poland Working Holiday page on Volare.