Bijgewerkt op 22 april 2026
Rijbewijs in Polen voor Expats
Ja, voor 6 months from residency registration. Daarna moet je omwisselen naar een Polen rijbewijs. Het officiële examen is alleen in het Polish, maar je kunt in het Engels oefenen met AutoviaTest.
Kernfeiten: Polen Rijbewijs voor Expats
- Examenautoriteit
- WORD — Wojewódzki Ośrodek Ruchu Drogowego
- Officiële Examentaal
- Polish
- Overgangsperiode
- 6 months from residency registration
- Verwerkingstijd
- 2-4 weeks (exchange) or 2-3 months (full test)
- Theorie-examen Vereist
- Ja (als geen uitwisselingsovereenkomst)
- Praktijkexamen Vereist
- Ja (als geen uitwisselingsovereenkomst)
- Medische Keuring
- Vereist
- Totale Kosten
- PLN 300-500 (~€70-115) exchange or PLN 2,000-4,000 (~€460-920) full test
Geschiktheid per Nationaliteit
EU/EER-burgers
EU licenses valid indefinitely. No exchange required.
US/UK-burgers
No agreement with USA, UK, Canada, or Australia. Full theory and practical tests required.
Andere Niet-EU-burgers
Must exchange within 6 months of residency. May require full test depending on agreements.
Studenten
Can use foreign license with IDP during studies. Must convert if staying permanently.
Vereiste Documenten
- ✓Valid passport
- ✓PESEL number
- ✓Residency registration (zameldowanie)
- ✓Medical certificate
- ✓Original foreign license
- ✓Passport photos
Kostenoverzicht
- Omwisselings-/Examenkosten
- PLN 100 (~€23)
- Medische Keuring
- PLN 200-300 (~€45-70)
- Vertaling
- PLN 50-150 (~€12-35)
- Geschat Totaal
- PLN 300-500 (~€70-115) exchange or PLN 2,000-4,000 (~€460-920) full test
Rijbewijs Uitwisselingsovereenkomsten
Directe Omwisseling (Geen Examen Vereist) · 5
Rijbewijs Uitwisselingsovereenkomsten
Directe Omwisseling (Geen Examen Vereist) · 5
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Geen Overeenkomst (Volledig Examen Vereist): USA, UK, Canada, Australia - must take full tests
Tips voor Expats in Polen
- Test is ONLY in Polish - practice in English with AutoviaTest
- PESEL number required before applying - register first
- Theory test: PLN 30, Practical test: PLN 140
- Medical certificate from authorized occupational medicine doctor required
- EU license holders do not need to exchange - valid indefinitely
Veelgestelde Vragen
Can I take the Polish driving test in English?
No, the official theory test at WORD is only available in Polish. Practice with AutoviaTest in English to learn the rules before taking the test in Polish.
What is a PESEL number and how do I get one?
PESEL is your personal identification number in Poland. You obtain it when registering your residency (zameldowanie) at the local municipal office (urząd gminy).
Can I exchange my US or UK license in Poland?
No, Poland has no exchange agreement with the USA, UK, Canada, or Australia. You must take the full theory test (in Polish) and practical test to obtain a Polish license.
How long can I drive in Poland with my foreign license?
You can drive with your foreign license for up to 6 months after registering residency. After that, you must obtain a Polish license.
Do EU citizens need to exchange their license?
No, EU/EEA licenses are valid indefinitely in Poland. Exchange is voluntary but can be done for convenience.