Poland work visa from Sri Lanka: documents, New Delhi/VFS process, costs and timelines
MaViAl Sp. z o.o. is a direct employer in Poland. Start with recruitment by creating your CV. If you are selected for a suitable vacancy, MaViAl handles the Polish employer-side work-authorisation stage. Sri Lankan overseas-employment requirements must also be completed before departure, and the Polish national D work visa is handled under the New Delhi consular jurisdiction.
Step-by-step: how a Sri Lankan candidate gets a Poland work visa
Recruitment, Polish work authorisation, Sri Lankan overseas-employment registration and the national D visa are separate legal stages.
2. MaViAl applies for the Polish work permit
For employment by a Polish entity, the employer submits the work-permit application and attachments electronically through praca.gov.pl to the competent Voivode.
The former term “Type A work permit” remains a familiar search phrase, but the current procedure uses updated electronic work-permit forms. The work permit is employer-side authorisation; it is not a visa.
Who files it? MaViAl as the Polish employer. The candidate supplies passport and professional evidence needed for the employer-side case.
3. Complete the Sri Lankan overseas-employment requirements
SLBFE states that a Sri Lankan worker other than a female domestic worker can be directly hired by a foreign employer without using a recruitment agency.
4. Register for the national D work visa
5. Complete the additional VFS form
After the appointment is allocated, complete the additional online VFS visa application form required for employment-purpose applicants.
Use exactly the same identity, passport and employment information as in e-Konsulat and your supporting documents.
6. Submit at the selected Poland VAC
Sri Lanka is within the New Delhi consular jurisdiction for this work-visa route. The application is submitted personally at the Poland Visa Application Centre selected during the official process.
Applications are not accepted by fax, ordinary post or email. Your passport remains with the Polish mission during visa processing.
Documents the candidate should prepare for recruitment and the work-permit stage
The exact employer-side set depends on the occupation and the competent Polish authority.
Core candidate file
Before MaViAl files
Poland national D work visa documents for Sri Lankan applicants
The official 2026 New Delhi work-visa checklist requires the complete file at submission. Documents should be in Polish or English.
Passport and application
- Passport issued within the previous 10 years, valid at least 3 months after the intended departure from the Schengen area and containing at least 2 blank pages.
- Visa application form without blanks, signed twice by the adult applicant.
- One recent colour photo, 35 × 45 mm, white background, face 70–80%, not older than 6 months.
- Completed checklist.
- Proof of legal residence within the New Delhi consular jurisdiction.
Travel, insurance and accommodation
- Flight itinerary or reservation only.
- Travel medical insurance valid in the Schengen area and for the full intended stay with minimum coverage of €30,000.
- Insurance must cover emergency medical treatment and repatriation for medical reasons or death.
- Lease agreement or other proof of appropriate accommodation for the intended stay in Poland.
- Additional documents explaining or supporting the trip may be included.
Employment-purpose documents
- Original valid Polish work permit and a copy.
- Proof of registration of the employing company.
- Original employer letter stating company contact details, position, salary, estimated employment period and additional conditions such as accommodation, transport or living expenses.
- Professional or educational certificates, with required legalisation/attestation/apostille where applicable.
- Work-experience certificates.
- Police Clearance Certificate.
Completeness matters: the official checklist states that the required documents must be submitted with the visa application and will not later be accepted by email. The consul may request additional documents or an interview.
Where and how to submit each part
OpeningsHub CV
Create the candidate profile online. This is the first recruitment step for MaViAl.
Polish work permit
Submitted electronically by MaViAl to the competent Polish authority through the official labour portal.
National D visa
Register via e-Konsulat, complete the VFS form after appointment allocation and submit personally at the selected Poland VAC under New Delhi jurisdiction.
Polish consular jurisdiction
Embassy of the Republic of Poland in New Delhi accepts work-visa applications from citizens or residents of Sri Lanka. Actual filing is done personally at a selected Poland Visa Application Centre.
Sri Lankan pre-departure stage
Complete the applicable direct-hire documentation and register with the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) before leaving Sri Lanka for employment abroad.
Costs shown only in euros
Official visa/VFS charges are separate from optional commercial document support.
National D application
Approximate euro equivalent of the current 2026 New Delhi national-visa tariff. The official fee is non-refundable regardless of the visa decision.
Standard service charge
Approximate euro equivalent of the current standard VFS service charge. Optional value-added services are separate.
MaViAl document support
Available after selection. It is not payment for recruitment, a vacancy, work permit, appointment or positive visa decision.
How long each stage can take
There is no single guaranteed processing time because recruitment, work authorisation, Sri Lankan registration, appointment allocation and the visa decision are separate stages.
Official sources to check before submission
Visa, VFS and overseas-employment requirements can change. Verify current instructions immediately before filing.
Who controls each stage?
Frequently asked questions
How do I start if I want to work for MaViAl in Poland?
Create your recruitment CV at openingshub.com/cv/. MaViAl Sp. z o.o. is a direct employer in Poland. The work-permit stage starts after selection for a suitable vacancy.
Can MaViAl directly hire a Sri Lankan worker?
Yes. SLBFE states that a Sri Lankan worker other than a female domestic worker can be directly hired by a foreign employer without a recruitment agency, subject to the required employer documents and Sri Lankan registration process.
Where is the Poland work-visa application submitted?
Sri Lanka is under the Embassy of Poland in New Delhi for this work-visa route. Register through e-Konsulat; after an appointment is allocated, complete the additional VFS form and submit personally at the selected Poland Visa Application Centre.
How are appointments allocated?
Confirm the preliminary e-Konsulat application within 48 hours. After positive verification, complete the full form within the next 48 hours. If demand exceeds capacity, New Delhi work-visa appointments are drawn every Monday at 10:00.
How much is the optional MaViAl document-support service?
The optional candidate document-support service is €4,776. It is separate from recruitment and does not purchase or guarantee employment, a work permit, appointment or visa decision.
How much is the official national D visa fee?
The current 2026 New Delhi national-visa tariff is approximately €192 at the 12 August 2026 reference exchange rate. The official payable amount follows the current consular tariff.
What insurance is required?
Travel medical insurance must be valid in the Schengen area for the full intended stay and provide at least €30,000 of coverage, including emergency treatment and medical or death repatriation.
How long does the visa decision take?
A national D visa is normally issued or refused within 15 days from submission. In justified cases the period may be extended to 30 days.
Do I have to register with SLBFE before leaving Sri Lanka?
Yes. SLBFE states that every Sri Lankan who leaves the country for employment abroad must register before departure.
Is the old “Type A work permit” the visa?
No. A Polish work permit is employer-side employment authorisation. A national D visa is a separate consular document. “Type A” remains a familiar former classification and search term.
Ready to start recruitment for work in Poland?
Create a complete CV first. MaViAl can then assess you for current positions before any work-permit, SLBFE or visa stage.