Certified Translation of a Driver's License

Certified translation of a driver's license is required when exchanging a foreign license for a Polish one. Since 2023, Ukrainian citizens residing in Poland for over 6 months must exchange their licenses.

Foreign license exchange procedure

Step by step: (1) certified translation, (2) medical examination (~200 PLN), (3) application at the Transport Department, (4) new license fee: 100.50 PLN. Wait time: 2–4 weeks.

How much does translation cost?

Driver's license from Ukrainian: 50 PLN. From Russian: 55 PLN. From English: 50 PLN. From Arabic: 70 PLN. Turnaround: 1 business day (standard), same day (express).

Ukrainian license exchange — FAQ

Ukrainian citizens with temporary protection in Poland can exchange their license at the Transport Department. Required: certified translation, medical exam, photo, passport with PESEL. No exam required.

International Driving Permit vs. certified translation

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is NOT a certified translation. To exchange a license in Poland, you need a certified translation, not an IDP.