Insurance for High School and College Students from Abroad

Insurance Covering a Foreign National's Medical Expenses in Poland

Insurance coverage for student visas, residence permits, exchange programs, and the entire academic year. Compare offers from different insurers, buy online, and receive the document via email.

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For high school and college students

Options for school, college, exchange programs, and student visas.

For a visa and a residence card

An insurance policy that meets the requirements of the consulate and the provincial office.

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You fill out the form, pay, and receive your policy via email.

Policy options tailored to your stay

Different documents are required for a visa, for a residence card, and for a renewal. Select the option that applies to your situation.

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FOR STUDENTS

Insurance for International Students

Health insurance coverage for the entire academic year for non-Polish residents who are not eligible for public health care.

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FOR STUDENTS

Insurance for Students and Teens

For elementary and high school students, as well as exchange students, who come to Poland to study.

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FOR A VISA

Insurance for a Student Visa

An insurance policy for the visa application with the coverage amount required by the consulate. The document is ready for submission.

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30,000 EUR

minimum insurance coverage required for a visa

1–12 months.

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What is typically covered by medical expense insurance?

The scope and limits depend on the insurance company and the plan you choose. Below are typical coverage elements; please review the General Insurance Terms and Conditions (GITC) before purchasing.

Hospital and Emergency Services

  • Hospital Stay
  • Surgeries and Procedures
  • Sudden Illnesses
  • Consequences of Accidents
  • Emergency Assistance

Transportation and Assistance

  • Medical transport to the facility
  • Transportation to the country of residence
  • Coordination of medical care by the emergency dispatch center
  • Contact Assistance

Additional options (depending on the insurance company)

  • Emergency Dental Care
  • NNW as an extension
  • Liability Insurance in Private Life
  • Protection When Traveling Within the Schengen Area

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International students

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Schoolchildren and teenagers

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For a student visa

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For a student residence permit

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Erasmus and Exchange Programs

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Buy a policy in just a few minutes,
without visiting the office

You enter your information, select the coverage period, and pay online. The policy is sent to your email as a PDF, ready to be submitted to a consulate, government office, or university.

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How to Buy an Insurance Policy in 3 Steps

The entire process takes a few minutes and does not require a visit to a branch or a conversation with an agent.

  • Fill out the form – country of origin, coverage period, and the insured person's information.
  • Compare offers and pay your premium – online payment, no paper-based transfers.
  • Receive your policy via email – a PDF document to be submitted to a consulate or government office.
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Frequently Asked Questions

A non-EU foreigner who is not covered by public health insurance must have a policy covering medical treatment costs. It is required by the consulate when issuing a visa and by the voivodeship office for a residence card. Universities also usually ask for a document confirming coverage.

For Schengen visas and national visas, the minimum medical expense insurance coverage is EUR 30,000. Our calculator only shows offers that meet this requirement.

Medical treatment cost insurance is one of the documents required when applying for a temporary residence permit, including for studies. The office checks whether the coverage includes the entire requested period, so match the length of the policy to your planned stay.

You can purchase the policy for a period of 1 to 12 months. For the academic year, choose 10–12 months, for a semester exchange 5–6, and for a visa, a period corresponding to your planned stay.

Yes. Medical expense insurance also covers minors. A parent or guardian takes out the policy for the student by providing the child’s information on the form.

Once you've paid the premium, the policy will be sent in PDF format to the email address you provided. You can print this document and attach it to your visa or residence permit application.

Contact the insurance company’s emergency center; you’ll find the number on your policy. The assistance service will direct you to a facility and help arrange assistance in accordance with your coverage.

Yes. You can also purchase health insurance while you are in Poland, for example, before applying for a residence card or after your previous policy has expired.

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