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Poland traffic law report

Source agencyWORD (Wojewódzki Ośrodek Ruchu Drogowego)

Last updatedFebruary 12, 2026

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Key findings

Theory test pass rate is 68% (2023, Polish Ministry of Infrastructure)
Road fatalities: 1,893 deaths in 2023 — Stable compared to 2022 (down 16% from 2021)
1.2 million tests administered per year by WORD
Most challenging topic: Practical Maneuvers (42% fail rate)

Quick facts

Theory test questions32 questions (20 basic + 12 specialist)

Test formatComputer-based with video scenarios

License validity15 years (with periodic medical checks)

Practical testIncludes maneuver area + city driving (40 min)

Penalty point limit24 points (20 for new drivers in first year)

Theory test feePLN 30

Test statistics

Pass rate65% or higher50–64%Below 50%

Theory test pass rate

68%Polish Ministry of Infrastructure (2023)

Practical test pass rate

35%WORD Statistics (2023)

Tests administered per year

1.2 millionGUS (Central Statistical Office) (2023)

Speed limits

Urban50 km/h

Rural / national roads90-100 km/h

Motorway / highway140 km/h

Most challenging topics

1. Practical Maneuvers
42% fail rate
Parallel parking and maneuvering in examination areas
2. Traffic Situations
35% fail rate
Complex intersection navigation during practical test
3. Speed Regulations
22% fail rate
Different limits for expressways vs motorways
4. Priority Rules
20% fail rate
Tram and pedestrian priority scenarios
5. Technical Knowledge
18% fail rate
Vehicle operation and safety checks

Road safety

Road fatalities1,893 deathsPolish Police Statistics (2023)

TrendStable compared to 2022 (down 16% from 2021)

Penalties & fines

Speeding: PLN 300-5,000 fine, 3-15 points
Driving under influence: PLN 5,000-60,000 fine, license revocation, imprisonment possible
Points system: 24 points maximum; license revoked when exceeded
Mobile phone use: PLN 500 fine, 12 points

Recent law changes

2022
Maximum per-violation penalty points raised from 10 to 15
2022
Speeding fines significantly increased (up to PLN 5,000 for recidivists)
2022
Record drop in road fatalities following stricter enforcement

Sources & methodology

All statistics in this report are sourced from official government agencies and publicly available data. AutoviaTest is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with any government testing agency.

Data last verified: 2026-02-12

Primary sources

Test statistics · 2023Polish Ministry of Infrastructure Road safety data · 2023Polish Police Statistics Official regulatory bodyWORD (Wojewódzki Ośrodek Ruchu Drogowego)

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AutoviaTest. (2026, February 12). Poland traffic law report: Driving test statistics. https://autoviatest.com/en/traffic-law-reports/poland

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Poland Driving Stats

Theory pass rate68%Practical pass rate35%Motorway speed limit140 km/hRoad fatalities (2023)1,893 deaths

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