Date published: 17.06.2025
In Poland, transport carriers face daily scrutiny from the tax administration — especially when it comes to the SENT and RMPD systems that regulate the transport of goods subject to mandatory monitoring. Despite the digitalization of procedures, fines are often issued due to technical errors, human factors, or a lack of driver awareness. That’s why it’s crucial to know: a fine can be appealed — and in most cases, successfully.
What Are SENT and RMPD, and Why Are They Important?
SENT (System Elektronicznego Nadzoru Transportu) is a government system that tracks the movement of goods, particularly excise goods, within Poland.
RMPD (Rejestr Przewozów Monitorowanych Pojazdami Drogowymi) is a registry that automatically logs vehicles transporting goods specified in the SENT system.
Transporting goods without proper registration or with incorrect data constitutes a violation, for which the carrier, driver, or shipper may be fined up to 20,000 PLN.
Common Situations That Lead to Fines:
- The driver does not have a SENT code during inspection.
- GPS module is missing or turned off.
- CMR data does not match the SENT declaration.
- Route changes are made after transport has begun.
- Human errors when filling out the system.
In each of these cases, a decision by the tax administration can be appealed through administrative proceedings — provided that the documentation and legal justification are properly prepared.
Legal Assistance: Who Can Help and How
Viktor Venetskyi, a lawyer with the CONSULTANT marketplace, specializes in legal support for transport companies.
“Most fines issued to carriers are actually the result of system inaccuracies,” Venetskyi explains. “We’ve already helped dozens of companies successfully appeal decisions from KAS (Polish Tax Administration), recover funds, and restore trust with their partners. The key is to act quickly and have a sound legal strategy.”
The lawyer develops a personalized defense line: collecting evidence, preparing legal arguments, communicating with authorities, drafting appeals, and, if necessary, representing the client in Poland’s administrative court.
Our lawyer Oleksandr Serpeninov also assists in appealing transport fines. He has significant experience in legal support for the transport sector and has successfully helped clients defend their rights in both court and administrative bodies.
Conclusion
Receiving a SENT/RMPD fine is not a final verdict. With qualified legal assistance, it’s possible to defend your company’s interests, avoid excessive expenses, and even reshape your transport practices for the better.
If your transport company is facing difficulties, contact CONSULTANT — and get the support that truly works.
