Erasmus Krakow 2013 / 2014 (English)

Samu MoRe Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Anyone want to share a flat with people from different nationalities? because I would be willing to do it :)

Francisco José Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Yes, sure, I think it's a very good idea. I'm also interested in sharing a flat with people from other countries ;)

Santiago Conde Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Rosa sweety you should know that Piast is the residence which appeared on the report of youtube "destino europa" and not only it was ugly old and crappy but also  scary hahaha I think that you and all of us should find another alternatives, I have heard that za kolumnami was very good and cheap but I have already sent 2 emails to them and I've got no reply but silence... any suggest Ola? And by the way lots of thanks for the info about AGH ;)

Usuario Anónimo Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Santi, my darling!!!

I was watching the report of youtube "Destino Europa" this afternoon... and.... Piast isn't the residence!!!!!! 

I think that it won't be the best... but I hope that it will be a residence where I can live without insects! xD

Za Kolumnami is for people who study in Pedagogical University so... maybe you have to looking for another possibility, or not? 

Where We will be? I don't know... it's a good question hahahaha

Gary le Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Hi everybody!

Do you know if it's better to find a flat now ? or wait september, do some couchsurfing or whatever else and search a flat at that time?

And do you know if the University of Economics is close the main square ? 

Thank you!!

And I'am looking forward to being in Cracow!!

Gary le Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

And by the way I'm also interested in sharing a flat with people from other countries !

Samu MoRe Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

As for me, I prefer finding a flat before Septembrer, but I read in one website that prices on internet are more expensive than If you look for it when you are there, so I think I will do it when I'm there and it's a good idea couchsurfing or bed&breakfast until we will find a flat.

Regarding location of your university, I don't know if it's close to main square, because I don't know where is the main square :)

There is an English group on facebook where you can ask all your doubts as well, it's called 'Erasmus Cracow 2013/2014'.

Finally, We can share a flat ;)

Gary le Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Yeah I'd already add the group on facebook!

If the prices on internet are more expensive, this is one more reason to couch surfing before to find a place to live one whole year! 

And it's better when you see a flat with you own eyes, because photos on internet can show anything ...

But it would be so more simple to arrive in Cracow and to already have an apartment ... 

What types of apartment are you looking for ? A large apartment in downtown (I guess it's called "Main Square" ;) ) with many erasmus roommates ? :D

Ola Fran Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

I don't really recommend students residences in Cracow. They are in fact very cheap (100€/month) but they are crappy. I'm assuming that your stay in Cracow should be not only fun and full of good parties but also...comfortable. That's why I would recommend renting a flat, either alone or with group of people.

You can find something now, or you can wait till saptember. It depens on your individual preferences. There are many flats for rent in Cracow so you shouldn't have any problem with finding something in September but you should know that the prices in September can be a little higher cause your potential landlord will know that you HAVE to live somewhere and thats why he can raise rent. But you should not me scared. People in Cracow are nice and I'm sure that you will find something :)

Christophe Ducry Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

hey guys, I will be studying in Krakow in 2013/2014( university of economics). I am looking for some flatemates. If anyone would be interested, please contact me.

Usuario Anónimo Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Thanks Ola! :D 

Shadi Firouzi Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

I am actually looking for these kind of informations too!I am leaving from italy in september and I dont actually have any idea of how things work there..should I search for a flat/single room through internet or is there any fb group? or it's better and safer to wait to get in krakow first?

thanks!:)

Bárbara Montero Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Hi! I'm also going to the University of Economics! :) And I'm thinking about renting a flat with the companies that Cracow Uni of Economics offers us, and I'm looking for some people from other countries to share it! 

Christophe Ducry Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Hi! I am also thinking about using the companies that the University of Economics offers us, and I will send back my application during the next weeks.. 

Do you know any other people who are going to Krakow? Well, I am also looking for some people from different countries( don't want to speak french..), so we can try to do something together if you want

Christophe Ducry Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Francisco José, I would be pleased to enter in contact with you. It would be easier on facebook. So here is the link of my fb. https://www.facebook.com/christophe.ducry.1?ref=tn_tnmn

By the way,  other people of the topic can also add me if they want( Laura, Barbara). I have polish roots, have been a couple of times in Krakow and I am able to speak polish, so If I can help you in any way, just ask, I will do my best.

I am thinking about using rentsellersgroup.com. I don't know in which university you are going to study but the university of economics offers us this one.

Zuzana Ondrejmiskova Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Hey guys!

Im also heading to Cracow, especially I gonna study at Cracow University of Economics.

Cheers!

Alejandro Rodriguez Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Hello, I know there are a lot of English-speaking people who will go to Poland the next year, I will put some interesting information:

Poland

- Area: 312,685 sq km (9th largest country in Europe)

- Location: Central Europe

- Poland has borders with Belarus, the Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania, Russia, the Slovak Republic and Ukraine. Its northern border runs along the Baltic Sea coast.

- Population: approx. 38 million

- Capital: Warszawa (Warsaw)

- Official language: Polish

- Currency: złoty, PLN

- Political system: parliamentary republic


Coming to Poland – formalities

If you are a EU/EEA student, you only need your ID document (e.g. identity card or passport) to enter Poland. If you are planning to stay for longer than three months, you need to register at a local province administration office (Urząd Wojewódzki). To do this you will need to submit specific documents required by the relevant office and in return you will receive a document confirming your right of residence in Poland. One of the preconditions for obtaining the right of residence is the possession of health insurance (e.g. the European Health Insurance Card).

If you come from a non-EU/EEA country, you should check with your local Polish consulate what documents apart from passport (e.g. a visa) you need before you leave for Poland. If you obtain a visa, you will not need to register your stay on your arrival.

Work

While EU/EEA students are eligible to work in Poland, non-EU/EEA students need to apply for a work permit, which is granted only if no EU citizen can fill the position.


Medical care

In order to get free medical treatment in Poland EU/EEA students need the European Health Insurance Card, which they apply for in their home country. Non-EU/EEA students need to purchase a private health insurance policy.

Money

The Polish unit of currency is złoty (1 złoty =100 groszy).

In most restaurants and shops you can pay with credit cards. There are also plenty of cash machines where you can withdraw cash.
In order to open a bank account at a Polish bank you usually need only a passport.


Transport

In Poland intercity transport is provided by:

-the national railway company PKP;

- regional bus operators under a general name PKS, as well as private coach companies;

- the Polish Airlines LOT

Public transport within cities is usually delivered by buses and tramways. As a rule, tickets should be bought at kiosks or from the driver and validated in a ticket punch immediately on boarding the vehicle. There are many types of tickets available, including long-term and time-limit tickets (depending on the city).


Holidays

The following days all institutions, offices and shops are closed.

1st January - New Year`s Day

Easter Monday –– usually late March or April (depending on the year)

1st May - Labour Day

3rd May - Constitution Day

Corpus Christi– usually late May or mid June (depending on the year)

15th August - Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady

1st November - All Saints' Day

11th November - Independence Day

25th and 26th December – Christmas

Important telephone numbers

Ambulance: 999

Police: 997

Fire Brigade: 998

All emergencies when phoning from a mobile telephone: 112

Carolin Hermanns Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

Hello,

I will be in krakow in feb 2014. My erasmus coordinator at my origin university told me I have to do a english exam. Does anybody know if the jagiellonian university also accept the TOEFL test?

Usuario Anónimo Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

I think that if you want to go to Jagiellonian... you don't need any official acreditation like a TOEFL, FIRST, PET or something like that. If your origin university, make you a certificate of your level of english, it is enough, hahaha 

you can find a paper to acredite your level in english only answering few questions about your level in oral expression... writting... reading..... you know it! 

I hope that it will help you! :) 

david troya Geschrieben vor 11 Jahren

hello! I study composition at the Conservatory of Music in Granada (Spain). Next year I will be studying 4th during the full course in the Akademia Muzyczna w Krakowie (Cracow Music Academy). I have very little information about the conservatory (I know the city is amazing), and would appreciate someone inform me a little.

Thank you very much!