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Poland rules and regulations

Road rules
  • Vehicles drive on the right hand side of the road, overtaking on the left 
  • All vehicles must use headlights both night and day 
  • Use of horns is illegal in built-up areas 
  • Trams may be passed on the right but when a tram stops and there is no island to accept disembarking passengers, drivers must give way to the passengers who cross to the sidewalk 
  • If parked in darkness on an unlit street, a vehicle's parking lights must be on
Driving regulations
  1. Minimum age for rental:

    21 years of age
    Rental rates may be higher for renters aged 21-24

  2. Driving Licence:
    •  
      • Valid Full Driving Licence
      • Non-Europeans must carry an International Driving Permit

Travel tips

Trams may be passed on the right but when a tram stops and there is no island to accept disembarking passengers, drivers must give way to the passengers who cross to the sidewalk.

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