Poland

Poland has established itself as a central logistics and tourism hub in Central Europe. Air traffic is primarily managed by Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) and Modlin Airport (WMI), with strategic expansions focused on the future "Centralny Port Komunikacyjny" (CPK). The sector is regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Poland (Urząd Lotnictwa Cywilnego - ULC), which operates in close compliance with EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) guidelines. Poland strictly adheres to the Polish Aviation Law and European Union standards.

• Documentation: Passport with a minimum validity of 3 months beyond the intended date of departure from the Schengen Area.
• ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System): Not yet in operation (checked in October 2026). Visa-exempt travellers do not need to apply for any authorisation before travelling today: they enter with a valid passport for short stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. When ETIAS starts, the European Union will announce the date several months in advance on its official website. Be wary of websites that charge for it before then.
• Visas: Brazilian citizens remain exempt from tourism visas for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

As an EU member, Poland fully enforces Regulation (EC) No 261/2004.

• Delays: If a flight is delayed by more than 2 hours (short-haul), 3 hours (medium-haul), or 4 hours (long-haul), the airline must provide assistance (meals, communication, and hotel accommodation if necessary).
• Financial Compensation: In the event of delays exceeding 3 hours or cancellations not communicated 14 days in advance, passengers are entitled to compensation of €250, €400, or €600, depending on the flight distance.
• Denied Boarding: Should you be denied boarding due to overbooking, passengers are entitled to assistance, a refund or re-routing, and mandatory compensation.

Note: The Polish ULC has a dedicated portal for passenger complaints that have not been resolved directly with the airlines.

There is no Polish law dictating baggage limits, as this is a free-market matter regulated by the airline's conditions of carriage.

• Carry-on Baggage: Airlines are required to clearly state dimensions and weight limits prior to purchase.
• Checked Baggage: Fare policies are at the carrier's discretion. However, in accordance with EU guidelines, any security-related or essential items (wheelchairs, medical equipment) must be transported free of charge if required, provided they comply with safety standards.

The entry of pets (dogs, cats, ferrets) into Poland follows European Union veterinary regulations (Regulation EU 576/2013):

• Microchip: Mandatory identification.
• Rabies Vaccination: Must be administered after the microchipping process.
• EU Pet Passport: For travelers from the EU, or an Official Veterinary Health Certificate for travelers from non-EU countries (issued by an official veterinarian).
• From Brazil and other countries not listed by the EU: a rabies antibody test, taken at least 3 months before travel, is also required.
• Quarantine: Generally not required if all documents are in compliance.
• Transport: The transport of animals in the cabin or cargo hold is regulated by IATA standards, with costs determined by the carrier.

• Minors: it is advisable for under-18s travelling alone or with third parties to carry a consent letter signed by the parents or legal guardians, with notarised signatures or a sworn translation (especially if the surname differs or the minor has no EU passport of their own).
• Accessibility: Polish airports provide priority "Family Lanes" for families with small children in security screening areas.

Poland complies with Regulation (EC) No 1107/2006 regarding the rights of persons with disabilities or reduced mobility (PRM).

• Free Assistance: Passengers with reduced mobility are entitled to free assistance at Polish airports, provided the service is requested from the airline at least 48 hours in advance.
• Infrastructure: All major airports are equipped with ramps, elevators, and tactile signage in accordance with European technical standards.

• Civil Aviation Authority of Poland (ULC): https://www.ulc.gov.pl/en/
• ETIAS Information (Official European Union Portal): https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en
• Official Travel Guide to Poland: https://www.poland.travel/en
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland (Visas and Entry): https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visas
• Rules for Animals (General Veterinary Inspectorate - GIW): https://www.wetgiw.gov.pl/