Requirements for Car Registration in Poland for Foreigners

Requirements for Car Registration in Poland for Foreigners

If you have purchased a car in Poland, it is important to register it promptly. Delayed registration can lead to fines ranging from two hundred to one thousand zlotys. Therefore, it is essential to know how to correctly register the car and avoid legal issues. To register a car with Polish plates, you will need both personal documents and documents for the vehicle. Personal documents include a foreign passport, proof of residence in Poland (a permanent address is not always required), and a PESEL number. For the car, you will need to provide a registration application, proof of ownership, technical inspection, insurance policy, and other important documents.

The registration cost for foreigners and Polish citizens is the same – 179 zlotys. This includes the fee for the registration certificate, license plates, temporary permit, and registration fee. It is important to remember that the car must be registered within thirty days after purchase. You can do this at the appropriate municipal office. Failure to meet this deadline may result in fines.

Steps for Car Registration in Poland

1. Pay the registration fees. The cost of car registration is 179 zlotys, which includes all fees for the certificate, license plates, and temporary permit.
2. Submit the registration application. Once all documents are prepared, you need to submit the application for car registration to the relevant office. Ensure that every document is correctly prepared to avoid registration rejection.
3. Obtain the necessary documents. To register the car, you need to prepare the following documents:

• Foreign passport and proof of residence in Poland.
• PESEL number for registration.
• Proof of ownership and technical inspection for the car.
• Insurance policy and other supporting documents.

After successful car registration, you will be issued a registration certificate and license plates. Remember, the registration must be done within 30 days of purchase. Exceeding this deadline may result in a fine.

Car Registration Cost

The cost of car registration in Poland for foreigners is the same as for Polish citizens. It is a fixed amount consisting of several components:

• Registration certificate. The cost of the certificate is the main element of the registration fee.
• License plates. The cost of license plates is included in the total registration fee.
• Temporary permit for the car. This is a permit issued before obtaining the main car documents.
• Registration fee. The fee for the registration procedures.

Questions and Answers

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