Travel Vaccines and Advice for Poland

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Poland. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Poland: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

Some European countries have recently had routine disease outbreaks. Make sure your MMR, TDaP and other routine vaccinations are up-to-date.

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

A visa is not required for stays under 90 days. A valid passport with six months validity is required for entry.

Poland Entry Requirements
Do I Need A…	For My Trip to Poland?
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Embassy of Poland and Canadian Travel and Tourism

The same rules apply for business travellers.

Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.

It has a moderate continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. It is also one of the driest countries in Europe.

When there is precipitation, summer thunderstorms may occur. Temperatures are not easy to predict in Poland. In the wintertime temperatures may go down from around freezing to far below it. Winter may change to spring within 24 or 48 hours. This pattern is also seen during autumn.

The summers in Poland are warm with temperatures of 22-24 degrees Celsius but at night it may be cold. There’s a warm current that comes from Russia that makes the temperatures rise in Poland.

The southwest part of Poland is the wettest area. The Sudetes is a mountain range in Poland that gets 800-1,200 milliliters of rain annually. In the wintertime it becomes snow or glazed frost.

Terrorist groups may be plotting possible attacks in Europe. Action is being taken by the European government to prevent more attacks.

But, Europe is still vulnerable to attacks by terrorist organizations. Canadians should stay away from all demonstrations. Travellers should be aware of what is happening in the media.

Crime in Poland is low, but there are some cities where there are higher rates of crime. You can protect yourself by keeping your belongings safe. Don’t leave valuables in plain sight.

Change money at banks and exchange kiosks that are legitimate. Stay away from adult entertainment venues and use a legitimate taxi driving company.

There are a lot of cool and unusual things to do in Poland. The Crooked Forest is one of those places. You can discover this unusual site in Gryfino, Poland. 400 trees are mysteriously bent in an abnormal way. They hover a few inches above the ground and have a J-like shape that point to the sky. Although we don’t know for sure what makes the trees look so strange, the stories range from normal to weird.

Some people believe the trees were buried under a snowstorm in their infancy. Others believe that the reason for the trees’ appearance is due to gravitational pull in the area. The most unique explanation is that foresters in the local area manipulated the trees. They wanted to make furniture and left the trees in bent condition.

Despite their weird shapes, the trees have thrived in their environment. The site continues to bring awe to the people who travel to Poland today.

When you pack for Poland, there are some things you should take with you before you leave.

• Visa and Passport — You need a visa to travel to Poland, depending on how long you plan to stay. You also need to bring a passport that has at least six months validity.
• Clothes — Comfortable shows are essential if you’re planning to see the sites. In the spring you should pack clothes for the rain, snow, cold winds, and sunshine. In the summer you should bring a sun hat, sandals, t-shirts, and an umbrella for the rainy days. In autumn and wintertime you should pack warm clothes.
• Money — The currency for Poland is Polish zIoty (zI, PLN). In some places you can pay with euros or U.S. dollars. ATMs are available to withdraw Polish money. You can also use exchange offices. Some shops accept credit cards. Travellers’ checks are not accepted.
• Pack for Health — It’s important to pack for your health when travelling to Poland. You should also consider bringing supplies to prevent injury or illness and a first aid kit.

Canadian consular services can help travellers with many issues they may face including passport services. Once in Poland, the information for the Canadian Embassy is:

Canadian Embassy Warsaw
ul. Jana Matejki 1/5
00-481 Warsaw
Poland
Tel.: (+48 22) 584 3100

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