Coronavirus information
International Students Office is working remotely until further notice. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us via email hello@uni.opole.pl
Important links where updates on COVID-19 are published:
Coronavirus information and reccomendations – https://www.gov.pl/web/coronavirus
Urząd do Spraw Cudzoziemców – https://udsc.gov.pl/en/
World Health Organization – https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus#tab=tab_1
National Health Fund (NFZ) helpline: 800 190 590 ( For English-speaking persons: after connecting, press „6”).
National Health Fund provides with information on where to report in case you suspect you might have been infected with coronavirus. Remember! The National Health Fund does not send ambulances and does not provide advice, it is only an information point.
Treatment for COVID-19 is free of charge for all people ( regardless of whether you have state insurance or not, or whether you are a Polish citizen, or you come from abroad). The ambulatory treatment is FREE OF CHARGE ONLY in case of COVID-19!
More updates
Use of face shields and scarves is not allowed from 27 of February
Dear Students, The Medical Council has prepared recommendations on how to cover the mouth and nose best to protect us against infection. According to latest regulations wearing helmets, scarves etc. is not allowed. They do not meet the safety criteria and do not...
Visiting Erasmus+ office
Dear students, Drodzy Studenci, due to the epidemic situation in Poland, before coming to Erasmus+ office, please write us an email on erasmus@uni.opole.pl or call us (+48 77 452 73 53, +48 77 452 73 52) in order to make an appointment. Briefly describe your case...
Special rules for conducting exams and diploma examinations using IT tools
Dear Students! Please check new regulations of the Rector of the University of Opole: Regulation No. 58/2020 of the Rector of the University of Opole of May 27, 2020, on special rules on crediting and examining outside the seat of the university using IT tools...
Student Dormitories – new rules of accommodation
Dear Students! Please check the new Resolution no 7/2020 of the Chancellor of the University of Opole on the return of students, Ph.D.candidates, and other persons to Student Dormitories of the University of Opole and principles of accommodation of new persons....
First stage of loosening coronavirus restrictions
Dear Students! Polish government has prepared a 4-stage plan which aims to loose gradually coronavirus restrictions . The first stage starts on Monday, April 20 and will lift the following restrictions: Lifting ban on movement in public spaces, esp. parks and...
On-line meeting with Plenipotentiary for Equal Treatment
The Rector’s Plenipotentiary for Equal Treatment Dr. Marzanna Pogorzelska invites you to take part in the online-meeting : Dear Students, I would like to meet you on-line and talk how your life looks in these unusual conditions. I wonder how you deal with...
Take part in the webinar – “Polar adventure”
Dear Students! As part of the "Ready, Study, Go! Poland" campaign, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange organizes a series of webinars for students under the slogan: ‘Ready, Study, Go! Poland for students in Poland!’. Take part in the fourth webinar...
Another solutions dedicated to legal stay of foreigners
Dear Students! On 7 April 2020, the Council of Ministers has adopted as part of the extension of the “anti-crisis shield” a draft of another act aimed at counteracting the negative effects of the SARS-CoV-2 virus epidemic. It provides, among others, for...
Medical help
Dear Students! We realize that due-to the COVID-19 pandemic, getting a doctor’s appointment can be problematic. If you need medical help, below you can find information that will help you arrange an online doctor’s appointment. As a foreigner in Poland you should be...
New safety rules
Dear Students! From Thursday, April 16, everyone has to wear a mask or scarf that covers both mouth and nose. It applies to everyone in public spaces (on the street, in shops and workplaces). Schools, universities, kindergartens are closed at least until April 26....
Take part in the webinar – “Student alone at home – stay positive!” April 9th 2020
Dear Students! As part of the "Ready, Study, Go! Poland" campaign, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange organizes a series of webinars for students under the slogan: ‘Ready, Study, Go! Poland for students in Poland!’. Don't miss the third webinar -...
Friendly message for international students from Deputy Minister Prof. Wojciech Maksymowicz
Dear Students, We publish a special message from the Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education, Prof. Wojciech Maksymowicz. ""Please take care of yourselves and each other at this time." More News
University’s financial support for students who face financial difficulties because of the pandemic
Dear Students, According to the Rector’s Ordinance no. 32/2020 from 2 April 2020, students who face financial difficulties because of the pandemic, can apply for one-time financial support. A student who applies for the support is obliged to submit documents...
Dormitory fees
Dear Students! Rector of the University of Opole has introduced new ordinance regarding reduction in fees for residence at the Residence Halls of the Opole University. Students, who are residents of UO domitories but don't live there in April due to epidemic threat,...
Anti-crisis shield – get a financial support
Dear Students, On March 31, 2020, Polish Parliament has finished the legislative work on the project of “Anti-crisis Shield” the act which aims to mitigate the economic consequences of COVID-19. The President has signed that act which went live on April 1,...
Student alone at home – emotions under control
Dear Students! As part of the "Ready, Study, Go! Poland" campaign, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange organizes a series of webinars for students under the slogan: ‘Ready, Study, Go! Poland for students in Poland!’. This Friday (April 3rd, 2020) at 3.00...
Coronavirus outbreak – special solutions for foreigners
Dear Students! In connection with the current epidemiological situation, on 31 March 2020 came into force an act providing, inter alia, special solutions for foreigners in Poland. The regulations will allow people who want to pursue their current purpose of stay or...
New safety rules
The Government of Poland is introducing further safety rules. Penalties for breaking those restrictions range from 5,000 to even 30,000 PLN. - Shops and banks: there can be up to 3 people for each cash desk (e.g. 3 cash desk in a store = 9 people at once). -...
Webinar – Student alone at home
Dear Students! As part of the "Ready, Study, Go! Poland" campaign, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange organizes a series of webinars for students under the slogan: ‘Ready, Study, Go! Poland for students in Poland!’. On Monday, March 30th, at 2.30 pm, we...
Multicultural Volunteering Online
The students from any university in Poland are invited to take part in the Multicultural Volunteering Online project run by the Volunteer Centre of the University of Warsaw and Welcome Point of the University of Warsaw. This is a great possibility to learn a new...