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Everyone wants a driving license that will never expire. The reality is quite different.

The process for obtaining the Polish driver's license is complicated. The most important are medical examinations, theory and practical lessons. You must also meet the requirements for age of the category for which you are applying for a driving license.

1. Medical examination

To obtain a driving license, you first need to obtain a doctor's (orzeczenie lkarskie) confirmation that you're qualified to drive. It might sound strange, but this is the way it works in Poland. The doctor will ask you a series of silly questions about your health like the case if you're having issues with your vision or other medical issues. They won't even examine you physically. The fee for this exam is about 200 PLN.

If you're coming from a country that is a part of the EU, EEA, or a signatory to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic you do not have to take this additional step since your driving license will be accepted as valid in Poland. If however, you're from a nation that doesn't belong to either of these groups and you're not a member, then you'll need pass a medical examination and a practical and theoretical driving test to be able to obtain an official Polish license.

It is possible to pass both of these tests in English. However it's dependent on the centre. Contact the centre ahead of time to confirm availability before making an appointment. You will also need to hire a translator if your level of Polish isn't sufficient to pass the test.

Once you have your medical certificate you'll need to go to the district authority to fill out a driver profile (PKK – Profil Kandydata na Kierowce). You'll need a scan copy of your passport as well as evidence of your residence in Poland as well as an image in color.

Then, you visit an office specifically designed for you where they make your personal file, scan your documents and give them to you. Then you can begin preparing for your driving tests and then enroll in a driving school. WORD is readily available in all major cities, and even in smaller ones. However certain schools require payment to run their courses.

2. Theory test

If you have a driver's license issued abroad, it is valid in Poland provided you have an International Driving Permit ('IDP') in addition to it. If you plan to drive a car in Poland for a longer period than six months, you will need an IDP. Otherwise, it is necessary to exchange it in exchange for a Polish driving licence. You must meet four conditions to be able to complete the process that include: you must be a Polish citizen, you must have passed a medical exam and pass a state-approved driving test and you must have completed your driving lessons in a school approved by the government.

To take the state-issued driving test you must have a Driving Candidate Profile (PKK) and other documents. They include your ID as well as health certificate, an approved driving instructor's certificate and a photocopy of your visa or residency permit. The driving test itself consists of two parts: the theoretical part and the practical. The theory part consists of 32 multiple-choice tests that cover subjects like traffic signs, road signs emergency protocols, safe driving techniques. To pass you must answer correctly 26 questions.

The practical part of the driving test consists of driving a car on a road that is public and under supervised supervision. During this time, an instructor will observe your ability to adhere to the rules of driving on the road particularly in difficult conditions like city streets or highways. The test is about 40 minutes.

Before you can pass the driving test for state you must apply for a PKK (Driving Candidate Profile) at the Province Road Traffic Centers (Wojewodzkie Osrodki Ruchu Drogowego WORD). To apply for this, you will need: your identity document, proof of payment of the fee, and a photograph of you. If you don't know Polish it is possible to be accompanied by a professional interpreter during the test.

3. Practical test

You'll need to pass the practical test if you're driving with a foreign driver's license. It's a more difficult test than the one for theory, and the passing rate is low. Additionally, you can take the test on the spot only if you're legally residing in Poland. If you are not, your driving license is indefinite. You may also be fined if you are stopped by police for driving without a valid driver's licence.


To take the practical test, you have to complete an application form in Polish. Google Translate can help. Also, you must have medical evidence that shows you're fit to drive.

You must bring a photo ID, the proof of your health care coverage and one current photograph in colour (size 3,5 cm x 4,5 cm). You will have to join the department of civil affairs as a candidate for driving which will require you to fill out a driving profile of the candidate (RKK) and then receive an ID number that you can use in the system.

It's a lengthy and complicated process, especially in the event that your language skills aren't adequate. It's a good idea to find an English-speaking instructor and make reservations for your lessons well in advance. In certain areas, there are driving schools that offer lessons in English.

Anyone seeking an Polish driving license has to provide a copy the residence permit or visa for non-EU citizens. This is required to prove that you have resided in Poland for at least the period of 185 days.

The office will need proof of payment for the theory and the practical test. The total cost of the test should be about 1,500 PLN. You can pay cash but it doesn't guarantee quicker processing of your documents. The whole process takes around two to four weeks. In some places, it can be longer. Contact your local office if are unsure of the deadlines.

4. Documents

It is important for foreigners who want to drive in Poland to obtain the Polish driving license in order to avoid issues with their car insurance. Before they can get this, they must first pass the theoretical test and pay. The good part is that if they're citizens of countries who have signed the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic, this process will be much less difficult than for foreigners of other nationalities.

First they must be able to prove that they have lived in Poland for at minimum six months. This should be verified by either local address registration, a residence permit, or an entry visa. wieviel kostet ein führerschein in polen should also submit the entire application form. The form can be found on the internet or at the local office. You must also provide a recent photograph that measures 35 x 45 mm and documents of identification, such as a passport. Additionally, they should provide a certificate from the health system that confirms that they do not have any health contraindications to driving.

The voivodship office will then make the driving licence documents for issuance. This usually takes up to 9 working days. The waiting time can be as long as 1 month in cases which require a thorough examination.

A foreign national is also required to submit a copy of their medical certificate. It is essential to possess a valid medical certificate since without it, the foreigner may have to take a new theory test, which could increase the waiting time by as much as two months.

After the driving licence is prepared, you will be required to pay an amount at the office. The cost is 100 PLN (for EU citizens) and 250 PLN (for non-EU citizens). The fee can be paid via bank transfer, debit card or credit card. The applicant will receive their driver's licence at their home address. If the driving license is not issued due to any reason, the City Mayor can appeal to the Local Government Appeals Board of Rzeszow.

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Pub: 30 Jan 2025 22:34 UTC
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