Poland Traffic Law Report
Source Agency: WORD (Wojewódzki Ośrodek Ruchu Drogowego)
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
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)
Test Statistics
Speed Limits
Urban
50 km/h
Rural / National Roads
90-100 km/h
Motorway / Highway
140 km/h
Most Challenging Topics
Practical Maneuvers
42% fail rateParallel parking and maneuvering in examination areas
Traffic Situations
35% fail rateComplex intersection navigation during practical test
Speed Regulations
22% fail rateDifferent limits for expressways vs motorways
Priority Rules
20% fail rateTram and pedestrian priority scenarios
Technical Knowledge
18% fail rateVehicle operation and safety checks
Road Safety
Road Fatalities
1,893 deaths
Polish Police Statistics (2023)
Trend
Stable compared to 2022 (down 16% from 2021)
Penalties & Fines
Recent Law Changes
Maximum per-violation penalty points raised from 10 to 15
Speeding fines significantly increased (up to PLN 5,000 for recidivists)
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:
- Polish Ministry of Infrastructure — Test statistics (2023)
- Polish Police Statistics — Road safety data (2023)
- WORD (Wojewódzki Ośrodek Ruchu Drogowego) — Official regulatory body
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