How to Convert Indian Driving License in Poland (PKK Process)

Converting an Indian Driving License in Poland: The Full Process

Poland does not have a bilateral driving license exchange agreement with India. This means NRIs cannot simply "swap" their Indian license for a Polish one — they must go through a partial or full licensing process. However, if you hold a valid Indian license, you are typically exempt from the practical driving test and only required to pass the theory exam. This guide explains the process as of 2026.

Step 1: Create Your PKK (Profil Kandydata na Kierowcę)

The PKK is a digital profile in Poland's central driver registration system. Without it, no driving school can enroll you and no exam can be scheduled. To create your PKK:

Visit the Wydział Komunikacji (Traffic and Transport Department) at your local Starostwo (county office) or equivalent city office (Urząd Miasta for major cities).
Submit a completed application form (Wniosek o wydanie prawa jazdy) — downloadable from the starostwo website.
Provide: valid identity document (passport + karta pobytu), proof of Polish address (zameldowanie or rental agreement), 1 biometric photo (35×45mm), and a medical certificate (orzeczenie lekarskie) from a licensed Polish physician confirming fitness to drive.
Pay the applicable fee (typically PLN 100.50 for the license itself).
The office creates your PKK and provides a PKK number — this activates your profile in the WORD (Wojewódzki Ośrodek Ruchu Drogowego) exam system.

Step 2: Register with a Driving School (OSK)

Even if you are exempt from the practical test, you must formally register with an accredited Ośrodek Szkolenia Kierowców (OSK). The driving school will:

Enter your PKK number into the system to activate your exam eligibility.
Provide access to theory training materials (many offer Polish and English language options).
Schedule your theory exam at the WORD for your voivodeship.

Costs vary but expect PLN 500–1,200 for the theory course package (registration + materials + exam fee). Some schools offer "exchange license" packages for foreign license holders at reduced cost.

Step 3: Pass the Theory Test (Egzamin Teoretyczny)

The theory test is conducted at the WORD on a computer terminal. Key details:

Language: The test is available in Polish and several European languages — but English is available at most WORDs. Confirm English availability when scheduling.
Format: 32 questions, 20 minutes. Basic questions (1 point each) and specialist questions (2 points each). Pass mark: 68/74 points.
Content: Road signs, traffic rules, road safety, first aid basics. The official question bank (approx. 2,000 questions) is available on the WORD's website and through apps like "Prawo Jazdy Test."
Retake policy: If you fail, you can retake after 14 days. No limit on number of attempts, but each attempt requires a new fee.

Required Documents Summary (Wymiana Prawa Jazdy)

Valid Indian driving license — must be translated into Polish by a certified translator (tłumacz przysięgły). Cost: PLN 80–150 per page.
Certified copy of the translation.
Valid passport and karta pobytu (temporary or permanent residence permit).
Medical certificate from a Polish physician (important: must be from a doctor authorized for driver medicals — your OSK can refer you).
Proof of address in Poland.
2 photographs (35×45mm).
Proof of PKK number.

Realistic Timeline

From starting the PKK process to receiving your Polish license: 1–3 months, depending on:

Starostwo appointment availability for PKK creation (1–4 weeks in major cities).
OSK enrollment speed (typically immediate).
WORD theory exam slot availability (2–6 weeks out).
License production and delivery after passing (2–4 weeks).

Store your driving license alongside your other key documents in the Document Tracker to get automatic renewal reminders and never miss an expiry date.