Simplified access to practice medical professions in Poland
09.06.2021
The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Kuala Lumpur kindly reminds that from 30/12/2020, the amended regulations apply to facilitate access to medical professions in Poland by:
1.doctors
2.dentists,
3.nurses,
4. midwives,
5.medical rescuers,
who obtained qualifications to practice these professions in non-EU countries.
Proceedings on granting consent to perform work in Poland in the above-mentioned professions is simplified and the procedure has been significantly shortened. Applications submitted to the Minister of Health, including those submitted through Polish consuls, are subject to efficient examination.
Detailed information on the rules of taking up work in individual professions is available on the Embassy's website https://www.gov.pl/web/malaysia-en/information-on-the-principles-of-applying-for-visas-by-foreigners-intending-to-practice-as-a-doctor-dentist-nurse-obstetrician-or-paramedic-in-the-territory-of-the-republic-of-poland , as well as on the website of the Ministry of Health https://www.gov.pl/web/health/simplified-access-to-the-profession-doctor-and-dentist .
Helpline: (+48) 22 427 65 60 (languages supported: PL, UA, RU and EN)
Helpline working hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Polish time
Interested persons may direct their questions to the diplomatic mission of the Republic of Poland competent for the country of residence.