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Canadian citizens don't need a visa for short stays in Poland. Poland is in the Schengen Area, so the 90-days-in-180 limit covers all Schengen countries combined. ETIAS applications are not open yet — don't apply or pay anyone now. If you stay more than 14 days, you must register within 48 hours of arrival.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• The 90-day limit applies to the whole Schengen Area combined.
• ETIAS is a future scheme: the Government of Canada says applications are not open — don't apply or pay anyone now.
• EES (the Entry/Exit System) records you at the border; it is not something you apply for in advance.
• If staying more than 14 days, register within 48 hours of arrival. Hotels usually do this; if staying privately, confirm with your host.
• Long-term stays, work and some regulated activities may need a visa — check official requirements.

Before you travel

• ✓Check your passport is valid for 3 months after you plan to leave the Schengen Area.
• ✓Count your days across all Schengen countries (90 in any 180).
• ✓Don't apply or pay for ETIAS — it's not open yet.
• ✓Staying over 14 days? Make sure you're registered within 48 hours of arrival.
• ✓Check Government of Canada travel advice before you go.

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