COVID-19 Information
Vital information and announcements adhering to PUMS students in regards to the coronavirus pandemic:
Medical Assistance & First Contact
A student who is showing symptoms, would like to schedule a test or a doctor's visit, or has been confirmed as infected with SARS-CoV-2 virus should immediately get in touch by e-mail via our priority first contact address This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please make sure to include your contact phone number.
In additon to that dormitory residents can use the following hotline: +48 507 434 364.
In case of severe and sudden medical emergency contact the medical emergency service directly at 999 or 112.
General Recommendations
You are encouraged to get familiar with the instructions of CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) on the use of cloth face coverings in order to prevent the spread of CONVID-19.
Reliable sources of information:
Changes in Organization of Teaching
Further limitation of in-person classes for the period of November 2 to 13 - the only allowed contact classes are:
a) laboratories in Anatomy for the 1st year students of all programs, but in the period from November 2 to November 6, the Anatomy laboratories are conducted remotely,
b) practical skills classes for the 4th and 5th year students of the dental faculty conducted at the University Center for Dentistry and Specialized Medicine,
c) workshops in oxygen therapy, basics of mechanical ventilation and other trainingpreparing students for support in providing health services during the pandemic, conducted at the Medical Simulation Center and other University units indicated by the Vice-Rector for Didactics, implemented from 4 November, 2020, especially for students of the 6th year of medicine.
Other important practical classes that must be held in person will be postponed.
Traveling to Poznan
A. Students arriving at PUMS from abroad to start classes are required to:
- Pre-travel test: Take a PCR SARS-CoV-2 test within 72h prior to departure to Poznan and submit the results of this test to the Dean’s Office by e-mail upon arrival (to your respective class coordinator).
Cannot provide the above pre-travel test result upon arrival? You will be required to take the test upon arrival in the PUMS CoViD Lab at your own expense, and stay in self-isolation until receiving negative test result. - Post-travel test: Take a second PCR test at the University CoViD Lab 7 days after arrival (free of charge).
Only students whose results are negative in both tests will be allowed to participate in in-person classes.
B. Students arriving at PUMS dormitories (both current residents and those moving in) are also required to undergo pre- and post-travel tests and are additionally required to present both test results to the Dormitory Administration via e-mail (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. – the latter address serves for both Medyk and Aspirynka). Please e-mail your pre-travel test results before departure so that we have time to clear you as an approved resident.
Cannot provide the pre-travel test result? You will be assigned University-run quarantine accommodation suitable for self-isolation until receiving negative test results – please get in touch with the Manager of Student Housing, Mr. Miroslaw Jackowiak, as soon as you know your travel plans to arrange that in advance at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or +48 507 434 364.
C. All tests at PUMS CoViD Lab require students to self-register on-line. A designated English-language form for this purpose will be available shortly.
Traveling from non-EU countries
In its recent regulations, the Council of the European Union, has announced that the external borders of the European Union will be re-opened to non-essential travelers from specific outside countries. The allowed list currently does not include the USA or many other home countries of our students, but it will be updated every two weeks.
The important fact is that students are exempted from these travel restrictions as traveling for the purpose of studying is considered essential travel. It is very important that you secure your student visa to Poland ahead of time (or Polish citizenship, temporary stay permit), because the document will be required (along with your university proof of enrollment) to be allowed into Poland. Detailed information can be obtained from your local Polish consulate.
This is the legal basis for the travel ban, along with all the exceptions: https://data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document/ST-9208-2020-INIT/en/pdf, and here is the clarification by the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/article/eu-travel-ban-explained-usa.html.
Please note that students are currently exempted from quarantine upon entering the European Union.
Restrictions Imposed by the Polish Government
-mandatory masks in all public spaces,
-restaurants & bars: closed with exception of takeaway and delivery service,
-public transport: only 50% of sitting spots or 30% of all spots available,
-weddings and family events: forbidden,
-religious gatherings: limit of 1 person per 15 m2,
-public gatherings: up to 5 people max,
-education: distance learning with the exeption of practical classes in higher education,
-children aged 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult when outside between 8am and 4pm,
-senior citizens aged 70 and older to remain in lockdown, unless traveling for work, everyday necessities or religious practices.
-sports events: no spectators,
-cultural centers, cinemas, theaters, museums, etc. - closed,
-non-essential stores in shopping malls - closed,
-hotels - open only for business trips.
-swimming pools, aquaparks and gyms: closed.
Immigration Documents
Please review information on this website for instructions on how to extend your legal stay in Poland or address your immigration issues with local government offices during the state of epidemic.
All visas, residence cards and work permits expiring during the current state of epidemic in Poland are automatically extended until 30 days after the official announcement of the end of the epidemic. This also applies to deadlines to submit applications and orders to leave the country: https://udsc.gov.pl/en/coronavirus-outbreak-special-solutions-for-foreigners/.
Voluntary Opportunities
It is now possible for English-speaking students to apply for volunteering position in one of the hospitals in Poznan. If you are interested and willing to help, the application form is available through your VISUS account. If you have any questions regarding volunteering, you can call 61 854 72 21 (7:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
Please refer to EPSU Charity & Volunteering Club for a list of volunteering opportunities at https://www.facebook.com/groups/EPSUCharityVolunteering/.
Rector's Special Regulations
Rector's Resolution No. 130/20
Rector's Resolution No. 124/20