Non EU nationals intending to stay in Poland longer than 3 months can obtain a temporary residence permit. This permission allows foreigner to stay in Poland up to 3 years. Work is not allowed if no valid work permit.
The foreign national should apply for temporary residence permit when the purpose of a foreign national’s stay in Poland is:
1.  Work
2.  Work as a high qualified employee
3.  Performing work by a foreign national delegated by a foreign employer
4.  Running a business
5.  Education
6.  Conducting scientific activities
The foreign national must be within the territory of Poland at the time of application processing.