How can I get vaccinated on a Schengen Type D Visa in Poland

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I am a New Zealand citizen living on Poland for the next 6 months (I've been here 6 months already). I would like to get vaccinated, but to the best of my knowledge, I cannot because I'm not working in Poland (and am not allowed to on this visa).

I have a PESEL number, but without Polish medicare (which I can't get because I'm not on a working visa) I am unable to get a referral to be vaccinated (though my age group is eligible).

Some government sites indicate that it should be possible to get a referral with only a PESEL, but I have talked to several GPs and they say they are unable to give it to me without medicare.

Is there an alternative path I can go through to get vaccinated (perhaps applying for a visa with working rights), or should I resign myself to being unable to receive a vaccine until I return home?

Those who are allowed to work likley pay taxes. That's the issue with "free" healthcare. — Bernhard Döbler, Jun 17 '21 at 11:39
Since a e-referral can be done based on a passport number, mayby you should just go to a vaccination station and find some who speaks English that could assist you in getting registed in their e-referral system. — Mark Johnson, Jun 17 '21 at 10:19
Since it is free of charge, that sounds strange. They are interested in getting everybody vaccinated that are legally in Poland (which you are). — Mark Johnson, Jun 17 '21 at 10:11
@MarkJohnson I'm afraid not. My visa basically counts as an extended tourist visa, so it doesn't fall into any of those categories. — , Jun 17 '21 at 09:52
Does this help? Information for foreigners - Szczepienie przeciwko COVID-19 - Portal Gov.pl All foreigners who have not been assigned a PESEL number but hold a residence permit issued for working, studying or staying with their family in Poland may take advantage of Poland’s National Vaccination Programme... COVID-19 vaccinations for all foreigners staying in Poland legally are free of charge. — Mark Johnson, Jun 17 '21 at 09:49
They’ll probably let you do it once domestic demand tapers out. I’d wait for another month. — JonathanReez, Jun 17 '21 at 09:33
@BernhardDöbler Some thing are considered to be in the publich interest. See: Questions and answers - Coronavirus: information and recommendations - Gov.pl website If a patient has no insurance and is a foreigner, will he or she be treated in Poland for free? — Mark Johnson, Jun 17 '21 at 12:04
First things first: did you try to register online for the Covid vaccine with your PESEL and a Polish cellphone number? — krubo, Jun 19 '21 at 08:41

score 1 · Answer 1 · answered Jun 20 '21 at 06:08

Read https://krakowexpats.pl/coronavirus-update/vaccinations-guide-update-30-04-2/ it describes the fast track registration for the health care website if you haven't registered already and from there you can get an appointment. If this fails, go to https://www.gov.pl/web/szczepimysie/rejestracja where it mentions calling 989 and

Do zapisu wystarczy numer PESEL.

A PESEL number is enough to register. So, just call 989 if you have a Polish phone number, even better. If you don't speak Polish, I would have someone who does help with the call, just in case.

Nowhere does it mention residency as a requirement. From what I am reading, a reference is only needed for people without a PESEL.

As a side note, Poland is struggling with vaccinating enough people, chances are they will be glad someone wants the jab.

score 1 · Answer 2 · answered Jun 20 '21 at 22:08

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Germany is offering vaccines for everyone: Vaccine access

Entry restrictions into Germany are listed here: Entry restrictions

Poland is not currently listed as a country of concern by Germany; Risk areas

answered Jun 20 '21 at 22:08

Paul Smith

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score -1 · Answer 3 · answered Jun 18 '21 at 23:23

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Would you consider a trip to Germany? It might take a little investigation on where is the best place to go but anecdotal evidence suggests doctors and pharmacies have the vaccines and are looking for patients.

A link to Irish Times article suggesting Berlin giving vaccines to anyone who asks.

answered Jun 18 '21 at 23:23

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A highly speculative answer considering that the OP is not a resident of Germany. – Mark Johnson Jun 19 '21 at 01:50
Downvoted, as your evidence is likely to be out of date by now. – Willeke Jun 19 '21 at 04:26
The evidence I presented is a month old, what reason do you have for thinking it to be out of date? – Paul Smith Jun 20 '21 at 21:47

How can I get vaccinated on a Schengen Type D Visa in Poland

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