Drive safe



Local Knowledge

Speed Limit on Motorways
  • 100kmh (62mph)
Speed Limit on Open Roads
  • 80kmh (49mph)
Speed limit in Towns
  • 50kmh (31mph)
Alcohol Limit
  • Laws against driving under the influence of alcohol are strict and follow a policy of zero tolerance
Road Tolls
  • Not applicable
Use of Mobile Phone Whilst Driving
  • It is illegal to use a hand held mobile phone when driving
On the Spot Fines
  • On the spot fines are issued for parking offences
Seat Belts
  • Seat Belts are compulsory for all passengers and drivers
  • No child under the age of 5 may sit in a front passenger seat
  • Children between the ages of 6 and 10 may only occupy the front passenger seat if a child’s seat belt has been fitted
Traffic Light Regulations
  • Red – Stop
  • Amber – Slow Down
  • Green – Go
Rush Hour in Built Up Areas
  • 0730 – 0800hrs
  • 1300 –1330hrs
  • 1700 – 1800hrs
Fuel
  • Main fuel stations in major towns and on motorways operate 24hrs a day
  • Other fuel stations operate during the day and have facilities for payment by credit card or notes through dispensing machines late in the evening
Parking Advice
  • In most town centres parking areas are visible at a maximum payable fee of CYŁ1.00 (€1.74)