New rules for drivers from Ukraine in Poland: fines up to 2000 zlotys from October 1

From October 1, new rules for Ukrainian drivers come into effect in Poland. Ukrainian citizens who are in Poland must now have Polish driver's licenses; otherwise, they face serious fines.

The fine for driving a car without Polish licenses will be 2000 zlotys, equivalent to about 22,800 hryvnias. Such sums can seriously impact the budget of Ukrainian drivers in Poland.

According to Polish legislation, foreign citizens must exchange their national driver's licenses for Polish ones after 185 days of staying in the country. Experts advise Ukrainian drivers not to delay exchanging their documents and to be prepared for possible police checks. Summary: From October 1, new rules take effect for Ukrainian drivers in Poland that require possession of Polish driver's licenses. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in serious fines. Ukrainian drivers are advised to exchange their documents immediately and adhere to all new regulations.