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:
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.
Restrictions Imposed by the Polish Government
For a detailed list of temporary restrictions and their description, please visit https://www.gov.pl/web/coronavirus/temporary-limitations.
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/.
Where to Look for Help
Students who are in quarantine or isolation and need assistance with shopping and other necessities can contact EPSU and link up with volunteers who will be happy to help: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Alternatively, you can contact another similar initiative by RUSS and IFMSA as indicated in the poster below:
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. 147/20 and related guidelines
Rector's Resolution No. 144/20
Rector's Resolution No. 130/20
Rector's Resolution No. 124/20