Consular fees in Poland: how much will you have to pay in 2026?

From 2026, applying to Polish consulates has become more expensive: Poland has updated its fees for most consular services, including document processing and urgent procedures. The new rates apply to all applications submitted after 1 January, and in some cases the fee has increased by almost a third. Find out how much you will now have to pay

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Since the beginning of 2026, foreigners applying to Polish consular offices have faced an increase in consular fees. The updated tariffs officially came into force on 1 January 2026 and apply to all applications submitted after that date, regardless of the date of receipt of the finished documents. The changes were approved by a resolution of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and published on the official portal Gov.pl.

What has changed since 1 January 2026

The new rates affect virtually all types of consular services. On average, fees have increased by 25-30%, which is the most significant revision of rates in the last decade. The increase applies to both standard procedures (document processing, certification) and urgent consular services.

It is important to note that the rate applied is the one in force at the time of application, not at the date of issue of the document.

New passport fees

From 2026, Poland has introduced updated tariffs for issuing temporary passports in non-standard conditions:

▪️ €100 — issuance of a temporary passport outside consulate working hours;

▪️ €200 — issuance of a temporary passport on a non-working day.

The consular explanations emphasise that these are urgent services, so there is no separate surcharge for expedited processing. The fee is fixed on the day the documents are submitted.

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Why Poland has increased consular fees

As explained by the Polish authorities, the previous rates had in many cases not been revised for around 10 years, and for some services had remained unchanged since 2013. During this period, the following have increased significantly:

▪️ the inflation rate;

▪️ staff costs;

▪️ consular operating costs, including logistics and document delivery.

As a result, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs decided to bring the fees in line with current socio-economic conditions. According to official estimates, most fees have increased by approximately 20-25%, and for some items — up to 30%.

In such circumstances, consulting with immigration lawyers who specialize in Polish law and assisting Ukrainians will help you choose the best option and avoid the risk of losing your legal status. You can also get this kind of support through Visit Ukraine — this is especially relevant for those who plan to stay in Poland for a long time.

Reminder! Entry into Poland for foreigners requires proof of financial solvency. Find out which Ukrainians will be exempt from the obligation to show money at the border in 2026 and how much money those who are not exempt will need to have.

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