Poland Driving Theory Test (Prawo Jazdy Kat. B) 2026

Practise for the Polish theory test (egzamin teoretyczny) for a category B car licence (prawo jazdy kategorii B). The real test has 32 questions worth 3, 2 or 1 point, you have 25 minutes, and you need at least 68 of 74 points to pass. These original questions in English cover Polish licensing rules, speed limits, alcohol, the emergency corridor and the road rules and signs shared across continental Europe.

  • Führerschein
  • Polen
  • 250 Fragen
  • Geprüft am 11. Oktober 2026

Kurz und knapp

Die offizielle Prüfung hat 32 Fragen. Bestanden: At least 68 of 74 points. 20 basic and 12 specialist questions, each worth 3, 2 or 1 point. Zeitlimit: 25 Minuten. Zuständig: Regional road traffic centres (WORD) run the tests; county (starostwo) or city offices issue licences; the Ministry of Infrastructure supervises the question bank. Mindestalter: 17 for a category B licence (until 18 you may drive only in Poland, with extra conditions). Gebühr: 100 zł to issue the licence (listed on gov.pl); test fees are paid to the WORD. Hier üben Sie kostenlos mit 250 Fragen, jeweils mit Antwort und Erklärung. Am 11. Oktober 2026 mit offiziellen Quellen abgeglichen.

Vor dem Üben lesenBeginnen Sie mit der Lernhilfe „Poland Driving Theory Test Study Guide“: leicht verständliche Notizen, Abbildungen und die wichtigsten Zahlen.
  1. Frage 1 von 25

    How many questions are in the Polish theory test for a category B licence (egzamin teoretyczny)?
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    Antwort: B. 32

    The test has 32 questions: 20 in the basic part and 12 in the specialist part for your licence category.

  2. Frage 2 von 25

    How many questions are in the basic part (część podstawowa) of the Polish theory test?
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    Antwort: D. 20

    The basic part has 20 questions on general road knowledge. The other 12 questions are specialist questions for your category.

  3. Frage 3 von 25

    How many specialist questions (część specjalistyczna) for your licence category are in the Polish theory test?
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    Antwort: A. 12

    After the 20 basic questions, you answer 12 specialist questions about your licence category.

  4. Frage 4 von 25

    How much time do you have for the Polish theory test for one licence category?
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    Antwort: B. 25 minutes

    The theory test for one category lasts 25 minutes.

  5. Frage 5 von 25

    What is the highest score you can get in the Polish theory test?
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    Antwort: A. 74 points

    Questions are worth 3, 2 or 1 point. The basic part gives up to 46 points and the specialist part up to 28, so the total is 74.

  6. Frage 6 von 25

    How many points do you need to pass the Polish theory test?
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    Antwort: C. At least 68 of 74

    You pass with at least 68 points out of a possible 74.

  7. Frage 7 von 25

    Why are some questions in the Polish theory test worth 3 points and others only 1 point?
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    Antwort: B. The points depend on how important the topic is for road safety

    Each question is worth 3, 2 or 1 point depending on its importance for road safety.

  8. Frage 8 von 25

    In the basic part of the Polish theory test, how many questions are worth 3 points?
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    Antwort: D. 10

    In the basic part, 10 questions are worth 3 points, 6 are worth 2 points and 4 are worth 1 point.

  9. Frage 9 von 25

    You skip a question in the Polish theory test. Can you go back to it later?
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    Antwort: C. No, once you move on you cannot return to it

    The questions appear one after another in real time. You cannot go back to a question you skipped.

  10. Frage 10 von 25

    In the Polish theory test, how many points can you lose and still pass?
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    Antwort: B. 6 points

    The maximum is 74 points and the pass mark is 68, so you can lose at most 6 points.

  11. Frage 11 von 25

    You answer two 3-point questions and one 1-point question wrongly, and everything else correctly. What is your result?
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    Antwort: A. You fail with 67 points

    74 minus 7 points gives 67, which is below the pass mark of 68.

  12. Frage 12 von 25

    Where do you take the state theory and practical driving tests in Poland?
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    Antwort: D. At a regional road traffic centre (WORD)

    State driving tests are held at the regional road traffic centre, the Wojewódzki Ośrodek Ruchu Drogowego (WORD).

  13. Frage 13 von 25

    Who supervises the official question bank for the Polish theory test?
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    Antwort: A. The minister responsible for transport (Ministry of Infrastructure)

    The Ministry of Infrastructure supervises the question bank used at every WORD.

  14. Frage 14 von 25

    You register for the theory test for two licence categories on the same day. What happens?
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    Antwort: D. You take a full theory test for each category

    If you sit the test for more than one category, you complete the whole exam for each category.

  15. Frage 15 von 25

    In what order must you pass the Polish state driving tests?
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    Antwort: D. Theory test first, then the practical test

    You must pass the theory test at the WORD before you can book the practical test.

  16. Frage 16 von 25

    What is the PKK that you need before you can take the Polish driving tests?
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    Antwort: A. Your driver candidate profile (Profil Kandydata na Kierowcę)

    The PKK is your personal candidate number. The driving school and the WORD use it for your training and tests.

  17. Frage 17 von 25

    Where do you usually apply for your PKK number?
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    Antwort: D. At the county office (starostwo powiatowe) or city office where you live

    You apply at the starostwo powiatowe, or at the city office in a city with county rights. In Warsaw you apply at the district office.

  18. Frage 18 von 25

    What must you get from a doctor before you apply for a car licence in Poland?
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    Antwort: B. A medical certificate (orzeczenie lekarskie) from a doctor who examines drivers

    A doctor authorised to examine drivers checks your health and gives you a medical certificate for the application.

  19. Frage 19 von 25

    How long must you normally have lived in Poland to get a Polish driving licence?
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    Antwort: B. At least 185 days

    You can get a Polish licence if you have lived in Poland for at least 185 days and meet the age rules.

  20. Frage 20 von 25

    Can you prepare for the Polish theory test without a driving school course?
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    Antwort: A. Yes, you may self-study, pass the theory test and then do practical training at a school

    The official process allows you to study for the theory test on your own. You then do your practical training at a driving school.

  21. Frage 21 von 25

    Who gives practical driving lessons to learners in Poland?
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    Antwort: C. A driving school (ośrodek szkolenia kierowców)

    Practical training for the licence is done at a driving school before the practical test at the WORD.

  22. Frage 22 von 25

    You passed the practical test today but have not yet collected your licence. May you drive alone?
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    Antwort: A. No, you may drive only once you have the licence document

    Even after passing, you may not drive until you receive your licence.

  23. Frage 23 von 25

    What fee does the office list for issuing a Polish driving licence when you apply in person?
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    Antwort: C. 100 zł

    The official service page lists a fee of 100 zł for issuing the licence.

  24. Frage 24 von 25

    A candidate is still 17 when applying for a car licence. What extra document is needed?
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    Antwort: B. Written consent from a parent or legal guardian

    Candidates under 18 need written consent from a parent or guardian.

  25. Frage 25 von 25

    Who tells your licensing office that you passed the practical test?
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    Antwort: A. The WORD informs the office

    After you pass, the WORD notifies the office that handles your licence. You then pay the fee and collect the licence.

Was Sie vor der Prüfung wissen sollten

  • The theory test has 32 questions: 20 basic questions on general road knowledge and 12 specialist questions for your category. You have 25 minutes.
  • Each question is worth 3, 2 or 1 point depending on how important it is for road safety. The maximum is 74 points and you need at least 68 to pass.
  • The test is taken on a computer. Questions appear one after another, and you cannot go back to a question you skipped.
  • Before training you need a candidate profile number (PKK) from your county or city office. You must have lived in Poland for at least 185 days.
  • You may study for the theory test on your own. Practical training is done at a driving school, and you must pass the theory test before the practical test at the WORD.
  • Category B is available from age 17. Until you turn 18 you may drive only in Poland.
  • Poland's alcohol limit is strict: from 0.2 per mille you are breaking the law. Every car must carry a fire extinguisher and a warning triangle.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

How many points do I need to pass the Polish theory test?

At least 68 out of 74. Questions are worth 3, 2 or 1 point, so you can lose at most 6 points. In our mock exam every question counts the same, so we ask for 30 correct out of 32, which is about as strict.

How is the Polish theory test structured?

There are 20 basic questions and 12 specialist questions for your licence category, with 25 minutes in total. The official pages we checked do not say how the answers are laid out, so our practice uses four-option questions on the same rules.

Can I take the Polish theory test in English?

Exam information from WORD Warszawa lists English and German as foreign-language options. Ask your own WORD before you book, because the offer can change.

Can I get a Polish driving licence at 17?

Yes. Since 3 March 2026 you can get category B at 17 with written consent from a parent or guardian. Until 18 you may drive only in Poland, and for a time an experienced adult must ride with you.

Do I need a driving school to take the theory test?

No. The official process lets you study for the theory test on your own. You still need practical training at a driving school before the practical test.

What is different about driving in Poland?

Lights must be on at all times, the alcohol limit is 0.2 per mille, and you must carry a fire extinguisher. In jams you form an emergency corridor, and where lanes merge you take turns (zipper merge).

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