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Consulate General of Poland in Chicago, Illinois

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Consulate General of Poland in Chicago, Illinois, located at 1530 North Lake Shore Drive. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular jurisdiction, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    1530 North Lake Shore Drive
    Chicago, IL 60610
    United States

  • Telephone

    (312) 337-8166

  • Fax

    (312) 255-1698

  • Emergency Contacts

    (312) 735-7772 (for urgent situations such as life-threatening emergencies, accidents, deaths, or other crises requiring immediate intervention.)

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–3:30 PM
    Thursday 11:30 AM–6:00 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–3:30 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–3:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–3:30 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – Opens today at 9:00 AM

    🕒 Current time in Chicago: 4:16 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

  • Consular Jurisdiction

    Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Location Map

Located at 1530 North Lake Shore Drive, the consulate is near key landmarks like 360 Chicago (John Hancock Center) and Lincoln Park Zoo. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of Poland in Chicago, Illinois

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Juneteenth: June 19 Flag of United States
  • Assumption of Mary: August 15 Flag of Poland
  • Labor Day: September 7 Flag of United States
  • Columbus Day: October 12 Flag of United States

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Consulate General of Poland in Chicago, Illinois:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Civil registration

Visa Requirements

If you hold an American passport, you do not need a visa to enter Poland.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Poland without a visa. The most common types of Poland visas are the following.

  • Uniform Schengen visa (USV) – type C (short-term)
  • National visa – type D (long-term)
  • Transit visa – type C-TR (Schengen transit visa)
  • Airport transit visa - type A

Head of Mission

Regina Jurkowska, Consul General

Related Content

Polish Passports

Polish passports are issued to nationals of Poland for the purpose of international travel; however, passports may also serve as proof of Polish citizenship. The validity of the Polish passport is 5 years for applicants under the age of 13, otherwise, it is 10 years. Applications for passports can be submitted in person at the Polish consular office after scheduling an appointment. You can book your appointment to apply for a passport via e-konsulat.

Consular Assistance

The embassies and consulates of Poland offer consular assistance and protection to Polish citizens residing or traveling abroad, including assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal issues.

Notarial Services

The diplomatic missions of Poland provide notarial services for various documents, such as authentication, certification, and legalization.

Visa Services

The embassies and consulates of Poland handle visa applications for foreign nationals who wish to visit Poland.

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in United States

Besides Consulate General of Poland in Chicago, Illinois, Poland also has 22 representations in the following cities of United States:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Poland in United States

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Poland in neighboring countries or regions of United States.

See also

United States in Poland

United States has representation in the following city:

U.S. Passport Offices

If you are a U.S. citizen and need passport services (apply, renew, or replace a passport), you may visit a nearby passport acceptance facility or agency in Chicago, IL.

  • Chicago Passport Agency
  • Loop Clark Street Post Office
  • Uptown Station Post Office
Passport offices in Chicago, IL

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    (10.72 miles away)
    Chicago
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  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    (15.08 miles away)
    Chicago
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  • South Bend International Airport (SBN)
    (68.86 miles away)
    South Bend
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This page was last edited on 24 February 2026 at 07:13 AM (EST).

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