How much I spend in Warsaw| foreigner and student monthly budget. Is it expensive to live in Poland?

I share with you how much you can spend every month living in Warsaw as a foreigner and a student. in this video, you will find how much the cost of rent, food or groceries, transportation, eating out, monthly bills, and costs related to your residency card, insurance...
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🕰 Timestamps
00:00 intro
01:05 Rent flat or room?
05:50 Food, eating out, cooking
07:10 Transportation, taxi, uber, bike
08:00 Bills, electricity, water, gas, phone,
09:00 foreigner expenses
10:22 special bonus,
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I'm Amina, a 24-year-old (soon 25 on December 6th) Algerian girl who lives now in a small town in Poland called Nasielsk. My channel is all about my life as a foreigner and traveling at a low cost - above all, I try to live to take care of myself holistically and care about the earth I am on. Hopefully, that is something that we can share together!
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[@humbertosilva4140]

Thanks for this great video. I am about to make the decision to go there, and as any foreigner , I would not forget to ask about how much expensive if life in Poland. Today I have a comfortable life in my country, but I still save money when possible, and doing it in other country would not be a problem for me, but yet I am not sure. Here is my question. Do you think that a Ph.D. scholarship (around 2300 PLN) is enough for two people, living in the uni dorms at first? I am aware that if it does, then we should have a very simple life without much expenses, only the necessary, right? Your video was really detailed, but what do you say? Othe thing. Is the insurance you mention a health insurance? Thanks a lot

[@aminalucid]

Hi Humberto! Thank you for commenting. Is the scholarship allowance amount is for both or per each one of you? I would say that it will be tight if it is for both of you. But easily you can catch up that gap by tutoring or babysitting or other creative stuff. About the insurance. It is health insurance. Which obligatory for all foreigners to have. Pzu is the one I used in the past and I guess the most convenient one. I hope my answers help. Cheers

[@humbertosilva4140]

@@aminalucid Hi, of course your answers are of much help and very valuable for me. It is good to hear from someone experiencing life there. The university does not describe if it is for one or both. But I was reading the website and the accomodation fee would be around PNL 560 (460 for the student and 100 for the dependent, in this case my wife). Then I plan PLN 600 for food, I don't mind cooking, I do it here all the time and we do not waste. Of course , Once in a while we go out. PLN 100 for mobile phone plus PLN 100 for transportation and PLN 200 for the insurance. I know I am a bit optimist here, and this estimate might not go like I plan. That would sum up to PLN 1560, with a saving of nearly PLN 740. I am not taking into consideration clothing and medication, for example, but it depends. Do you think I forgot anything that would fall into the basic needs? Once again, thank you so much for taking your time

[@aminalucid]

For the insurance it is not monthly (luckily) for one person it starts from 300 zlotys. And it covers medications prescribed by the doctor. For mobile phone I would say 30/30 A month so for both of you 60 zlotys . Transportation if you get the card 50 zlotys per month (If you buy the 3 months one)

[@chikaraejiogu4651]

400euro total living costs

[@happychristelle]

This is really helpful! Thanks!

[@grumpycyclistdubai]

Thanks for all this information. Very helpful 👍

[@aminalucid]

Thank you ♡

[@sabrinaferkous5695]

I adore the last part ❤️

[@aminalucid]

Thank you for watching until the end I appreciate it

[@nashonmboya134]

The content was really helpful. Thank you

[@aminalucid]

I am glad :)

[@isaz8961]

13:15 we get you 🙏

[@abdouvtkgacem4879]

i usually don't comment but i really liked the video, it was very helpful. ya3tiik sa7a 💪👊

[@aminalucid]

Merciiiii

[@naquibabdillah40]

You're incredibly perfect! Keep up the good work! I'm planning to come there and I will be very grateful if I get in touch with you, if possible. Thanks

[@ABDULREHMAN-om3xf]

More power to you girl this video was very helping Keep up the good work 👌🏻

[@aminalucid]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Honey-tx5el]

thanx a lot you inspire me

[@abdelhak50]

I like the segment at the end I can relate to that, starting with debt and having much higher university expenses than previously calculated messed up my plan and made the struggle a bit longer than few months :p but keeping a goal in mind and not losing perspective is the key to overcome the bumps on the road. Good luck to everyone watching ^^

[@aminalucid]

If I may say You made it!

[@danieltatum6560]

instablaster...

[@DodoHws]

مسمار 😂😂😂😂 قتلتيني ضحك ههههه Keep going I am really getting a benefit

[@aminalucid]

Happy to make you Laugh :*

[@mauriciotorres6815]

I was searching the cost for a flat just for me, but your video was very useful by all details

[@aminalucid]

Glad you liked it

[@Nmnmn677]

Hi! Great video I was wondering if you’d have any insight on maths prep courses

[@aminalucid]

Oh wow, I really do not have an idea, I hope you will find

[@aliamerhameed8234]

Thanks for details. Dear can you share some important sites to search a place in Warsaw especially.

[@aminalucid]

Olx. And fb marketplace are my go to places. I made a video about accommodation. You can check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJnHYWCniLl3p6s

[@aliamerhameed8234]

@@aminalucid thanks dear

[@aliamerhameed8234]

@@aminalucid thanks dear

[@amarailyas3055]

Hello really impresssed with ur ispressed with ur video need ur guidiness in getting a room

[@ogechukwuchikaodistan-gure7800]

Hi first time subscriber. I'm an intending student to resume in Katowice in Oct. I'm impressed with the way you could read the language... How long have you lived there?

[@aminalucid]

Hi. I live in Poland for almost 3 years now (in two months it will be exactly 3 years ) katowice is close to other beautiful towns you will travel a lot

[@naila0899]

In Baku, as a student I spent around 500 manat, which is about 1150 zloty. I hope in Warsaw it is almost the same) So, let's listen the video.

[@aminalucid]

In Warsaw you can expect a bit more if you have rent right in the center ... I hope you will like Warsaw

[@taoufikhero3803]

Could you please do for us a video about clothes in Poland shoes jackets something like this. In original one and second handed clothes. Thanks alot.

[@aminalucid]

Sure, thanks for the suggestion

[@taoufikhero3803]

Incha Allah after 2 months I will be in Poland warsaw. Your information is useful. Thanks alot my sister

[@Shelovescharles]

HELLO AMINA! just a question, i am thinking about moving to poland by the end of 2025 AS A STUDENT, i wanted to ask if the prices will the same as in the video or have they increased or decreased??

[@sanjayatipamula2794]

Hello mam is it any interview for Poland student visa from Indians because my consultancy said to me there is no visa interview ???

[@sreerajv8908]

Nice😍

[@aminalucid]

Thanks 🤗

[@usa5682]

Hey I’m trying to get into Warsaw or Wrocław university but I have 1 n half year study gap in between my degree so I’m a little skeptical about it as to will I get accepted or no? as they are top ranking universities…what do u think will it be a barrier for me?and can u suggest me other public universities which i should consider where I have higher chances of getting accepted?im an international student by the way

[@aminalucid]

hmm, gap year can be explained by wanting to know what you like, you will be asked to tell what where you doing during that gap year, and it is not uncommon other universities i cannot really tell which one have higher chances, sorry.

[@amadivictor1005]

Aside from Warsaw university of technology, which other university can someone do a masters in electrical and electronics engineering degree at a more affordable price and which city will be nice and cheaper?

[@aminalucid]

I do not know really as I did not study this field. You will need to do some research and compare prices. Good luck

[@amarailyas3055]

How would contact u need a room in warsaw as astudent

[@Obahie]

Please can you link all the accommodations you stayed? Especially the first share of 600 pln

[@aminalucid]

Hello. Really it was posted in a facebook group of warsaw expat or warsaw accommodation. And it was by a natural person not a company.

[@kasirukalathmamohotti42]

Can i know all dormitories listed in Warsaw university of technology website looks like same? Can i know where i can get more details like photos and facility description? I have issues with finding accommodation for me

[@amirjafar3615]

When u get the final acceptance letter,u will get access to the dormitory section in the online application platform.

[@ciangcha9173]

Is it possible to just book my accommodation for 1-2 weeks in Poland in a hostel? I am applying for a student visa long term and renting apartments requires a lot of fees when just booking and can only send back the deposits if visa is rejected. So, I was thinking to rent for some hostels and look for an apartment once I am already there. Will it be possible or is it too risky? Can't I just explain it? Also, who knows about the system of Poland student visa. Thank you.

[@aminalucid]

Hi. Are you coming for studies? Usually universities provide you with a proof reservatjon of a room in a dorm. And usually it is without a fee. I advise you to check it out

[@shinmonhla9494]

thanks, Girl! your video really motivates me to come to Poland to study.....I am planning to study Hotel Management in Poland for my Bachelor are you recommend study this course in Poland? if Yes can you recommend some universities for me Please?? Help me out pleaseeeee!! Btw your new subscriber

[@aminalucid]

Hello. Thank you for your comment. I do not know much about this field. I recommend any university which has good referenced on Google map. (Overall) because references on their website are not really reliable. Goog luck ♡

[@shinmonhla9494]

@@aminalucid Heyyy Thanks a lot for your reply This means world to me 🥺 I would look up to that universities surely. Thanks a lot 🥺🥺 You are such a sweet soul

[@marouely3681]

💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

[@keltoumhamaidi100]

Hi amina i am algerian and it s my first year in poland more specifically warsaw i would love to know if there is a website where i can find low cost single rooms and how to find a part time job for a student. Please thanks in advance

[@wa7diniana51]

same question .... do you find any of them ? please share it with me

[@aminamimouni4334]

No you're not masmar 🤣 just you're a student and you should not be expensive in your shopping, I understand you Thank you so much for this video

[@aminalucid]

Haha thanks Amina.

[@perfectstranger7486]

Your info is very helpful. Is it true that there's a lot of Russians living in Poland?

[@aminalucid]

More Ukrainians: 29000 in Poland .

[@jerricboy]

hi. are landlords strict on how many people can live in a flat?.

[@aminalucid]

Oh yeah, you can have guests overnight, but if that person lives there and is not on the contract, the landlord can terminate your contract or charge you more. So before signing the lease you agree with him how many people would be and they need as well to be mentioned on the lease.

[@sebastiandrzewiecki3053]

What were your meals like? I'm a student in Wrocław and I can't imagine how it's possible to spend only 300 złotych per month

[@aminalucid]

This was 5 years ago. Do we Cannit realny compare I have a video prepared on how I am shopping now.

[@Bieberpasion]

Hi. Any recommendation if I want to ger a job as a student?

[@aminalucid]

Yep there are many in warsaw

[@akramislem]

Haha Mesmar 😂, I bet you’re Algerian. Anyway, Thanks for the amazing video.

[@aminalucid]

You go it right! thanks

[@maheshjanagan6769]

Hi . What could be the Minimum salary for software Engineer either developer or QA.. your comments please.. please help..

[@aminalucid]

I would say for an entry level it would be 7000 zlotys Brutto or higher.

[@chandhand6539]

Rents in Gdansk are way way way expensive than in warsaw i don't know why... even for a sharing flat the minimum is 1000 pln. My monthly expenses in gdansk are more than 2000 :( probably i'm just spending too much on unnecessary things like starbucks coffee or eating out a lot :D

[@aminalucid]

good god! that is a lot, has it always been that way; or recently like that?

[@aminalucid]

I have never ever bought anything from, Starbucks or any coffee shop until now 4 years here x)

[@chandhand6539]

@@aminalucid ahaha I kinda spend recklessly so probably that’s the reason. I used to spend even more but I did cut lot of unnecessary things so I’m kinda good now. But your video kinda made me want to be more cautious about spendings.

[@elbahinassim7861]

The question is if i can work as student in warsaw and get my living and housing without help from my parent

[@aminalucid]

I did it, and many others did as well ;)

[@christinefox7352]

about $1000 US

[@beautifullife6628]

Please i just want to know where is the differences between life in warsaw and poznan i want to study in warsaw but they told me that warsaw is so expensive 😔

[@aminalucid]

Transportation and accommodation is cheaper. But before deciding look at if it is possible to find a job there for a foreigner like you with same qualifications in poznan. If yes go for it

[@bekastayib3310]

@@aminalucid getting master degree in poland and moving to Germany for work,is that possible for non European student?

[@aminalucid]

Totally

[@chandhand6539]

warsaw is not expensive actually, gdansk is more expensive.

[@yadelyonas243]

How d u manage t pay ur tuition fee?plz

[@aminalucid]

It is not possible in my opinion without a full time job. (At least if you study in English)

[@amadivictor1005]

How is the job search like?

[@aminalucid]

my video of today is about it

[@l4vebot229]

What insurance do you use please ?

[@aminalucid]

Hi! Really any cheapest option. At first we were Axa then second year we changed we do not even know the company name hahaha We do not really care who is the provider. We just use the insurance comparator websites. And choose the best for this year. I hope this is helpful. Let me know if you have any more questions.

[@l4vebot229]

@@aminalucid ty !! your videos are really helpful & well made btw, thanks again !!

[@nikolasiordanov]

Last time I went to grab a coffee there and I payed sth like 15 zloty🤧🤧🤧

[@aminalucid]

Aaah , yeah that is crazy, that is why I only take my tea in my thermal mug from home

[@danielbelayneh3636]

Can a couple live in the one bedroom apartment?

[@aminalucid]

Yes sure.

[@seba1435]

In Cracow one room cost 200€

[@aminalucid]

Hi, yeah now everything went up, in warsaw, you cannot find a room for 900zlotys anymore I will make an update on how much I am spending now

[@engizkavak1067]

900 usd

[@aminalucid]

a little bit less

[@yadelyonas243]

Wt course d u take I see matrix?

[@aminalucid]

I was in computer science

[@rambo10101]

@@aminalucid Hi, thank you for your insightful video. May I ask which university you did your computer science degree? Was it a master's degree?

[@rmtdegenerous3740]

1000$

[@lostinnature9533]

can i ask you some quastions?

[@aminalucid]

Please do ^^ the comments section is for questions as well

[@lostinnature9533]

@@aminalucid i want to ask about rent in warsaw

[@aminalucid]

@@lostinnature9533 sure . What do you want to know about

[@IlCassiopeiall]

Idk maybe about 400€ per month ? I'd say no more than 400

[@IlCassiopeiall]

Wow that was half haha

[@aminalucid]

@@IlCassiopeiall hahaha yes thank you for your predictions ♡

[@IlCassiopeiall]

@@aminalucid I do the same thing with the tracking haha !

[@thejackal9834]

That's cheap as chips! I spend more on my car every month!!!

[@aminalucid]

Haha! and I never bought chips in Poland x) thanks for passing by!

[@WhiteStudioIraq]

1500 PLN/ Month.

[@aminalucid]

Oh that is my spending now 🤫

[@sandeepnegi215]

I am looking for a studio

[@aminalucid]

good luck with that

[@yadelyonas243]

D u work only for 1 hour?

[@aminalucid]

This was about my experience 3 years ago. I was not working only 1 hour. I had many kids here and there and I was working as a waitress at night.

[@yadelyonas243]

@@aminalucid tnx..alot 🥰😍😍🥰😘😘😘

[@eneshzal5767]

800€/month I guess, in Poland

[@aminalucid]

A bit let :p. Thanks for passing by

[@bourassidris6369]

مكنتش علابالي بيك مالمغرب الغربي حتان قلتي مسمار 😂😂😂

[@aminalucid]

oups hhhh

[@annephilipiah1455]

can you find me accommodation a single room

[@aminalucid]

Hello, I have services in Fiverr if you want to reach out

[@b4bmm]

1200 Euro?

[@aminalucid]

Less :D

[@QassimArib]

Mesmar😂

[@mnjaofficalaccount2157]

250euro i think

[@aminalucid]

Not bad :D

[@jenniferpiotrowski3073]

$800 a month

[@aminalucid]

A bit less :D

[@Farchl]

You are Algerian girl ?? 😂

[@aminalucid]

yes ^^

[@kihunkim9122]

Hi how much is your tuition fee?

[@aminalucid]

It was 3000 euros per year

[@kihunkim9122]

@@aminalucid thanks! And how long does it take for registration?

[@aminalucid]

@@kihunkim9122 which registration ?

[@kihunkim9122]

@@aminalucid when you register for your school!

[@aminalucid]

@@kihunkim9122 I am not sure I understand but if you are talking about the application it takes from 2 weeks to 1 month the latest