Study Guide for the Poland Working Holiday Visa

Volare Editorial Staff | May 11, 2026

Volare presents a detailed technical report on the academic opportunities and educational requirements linked to the Poland Working Holiday Visa. Although the primary purpose of the program is tourism and cultural exchange, the bilateral agreements managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland allow for complementary studies under specific conditions that vary according to the holder's nationality.

Language and Certification Requirements

Unlike what is often projected in general guides, language requirements in Poland are not uniform. The demand for language skills depends strictly on the treaty signed with each nation:

• Australia and Taiwan: For these citizens, it is legally mandatory to prove a communicative English level at the time of application. In the specific case of Taiwan, this requirement is complemented by the obligation to submit the travel plan written entirely in English.

• Argentina, Canada, Chile, South Korea, Japan, and New Zealand: There is no formal obligation to present international exams (such as IELTS or TOEFL) or language certificates. The spirit of these agreements is for the participant to use the stay to become familiar with the culture and learn the local language organically.

  
  

Previous Academic Requirements

Regarding the educational level attained prior to application, the Polish system applies an "open door" policy for most, with one significant technical exception:

• Australia: It is the only country on the list that imposes a strict academic barrier. Every Australian applicant must legally demonstrate holding a higher education degree or, as a minimum alternative, having satisfactorily completed at least the first two years of an undergraduate university program.

• Argentina, Canada, Chile, South Korea, Japan, New Zealand, and Taiwan: No specific educational level or previous degree is required to apply. Access to the program is independent of the applicant's academic background.

  
  

Scope and Duration of Permitted Studies

While the Working Holiday visa does not replace a full-time student visa, Poland allows enrollment in educational programs and training courses with time limits that vary by nationality:

• Canada: The Youth Mobility Program is the most permissive, allowing for training, internships, and studies continuously throughout the entire stay (12 months).

• South Korea: South Korean citizens may enroll in academic activities without any type of time limit stipulated in their agreement.

• Argentina, Chile, and Taiwan: The visa allows enrollment in educational programs, language courses, or diplomas for an accumulated time not exceeding a maximum of 6 months.

• Australia and Japan: Short studies or courses (such as Polish language and culture) are permitted, provided they are of an incidental nature and do not constitute the primary purpose of the trip.

• New Zealand: It holds the strictest restriction, allowing for a single training or temporary course that does not exceed 3 months in duration.

  
  

Volare reaffirms its commitment to providing technical clarity on international mobility regulations, facilitating safe academic planning adjusted to Polish standards. 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.