Driving Schools in Варшава

Right-Hand Traffic — Poland drives on the right. Priority to vehicles from the right at unmarked intersections. Always keep to the right lane unless overtaking.

BAC 0.2‰ (Strictest in EU) — General limit 0.2‰ — one of the strictest in the EU (most countries: 0.5‰). Novice and professional drivers: 0.0‰. Above 0.5‰ is a criminal offence with imprisonment and vehicle confiscation above 1.5‰.

OC Mandatory Insurance — OC (odpowiedzialność cywilna) third-party liability insurance is mandatory. Driving without it carries severe fines (up to 7,500 zł for cars) and personal liability for damages.

Przegląd Techniczny — Vehicle roadworthiness inspection is mandatory: first inspection after 3 years, then every 2 years until 5 years, then annually. Stacja kontroli pojazdów (SKP) stations perform the inspection.

DRL Mandatory Year-Round — Daytime running lights (DRL) or dipped headlights must be on at all times when driving in Poland, regardless of weather or time of day.

Phone: 500 zł + 12 Points — Using a mobile phone while driving carries a 500 zł fine and 12-point penalty. Hands-free systems are permitted. One of the harshest phone penalties in Europe.