Parking Rules in Poland
Parking Zones (SPP)
| City | Rate/Hour | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Warsaw | 3.90-6 PLN | Mon-Fri 8:00-20:00 |
| Krakow | 4-7 PLN | Mon-Sat 10:00-20:00 |
| Wroclaw | 3-5 PLN | Mon-Fri 9:00-18:00 |
| Gdansk | 3-6 PLN | Mon-Fri 9:00-17:00 |
Payment Methods
- Parking meters (parkomat)
- Mobile apps (mPay, SkyCash, moBilet)
- SMS payment
- Scratch cards at kiosks
Parking Fines
| Violation | Fine (PLN) |
|---|---|
| No ticket in SPP | 50-200 |
| Blocking traffic | 300-500 |
| Disabled space | 500-800 |
| No parking zone | 100-500 |
| Towing cost | 500+ |
Road Markings
- Yellow line: No parking
- "P" sign: Parking allowed
- Hatched area: No parking
Tips for Poland
- Download mPay or SkyCash for easy payment
- Check exact hours - varies significantly by city
- "Zakaz parkowania" = no parking
- "Strefa zamieszkania" = residential zone (20 km/h, pedestrian priority)
- Many malls offer free parking