Cross-border route
Slovakia Poland
Slovakia 
PolandDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Slovakia into Poland, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Poland expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Both format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. Plan your border crossing in advance and keep your passport, national licence and IDP together.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromSlovakia
ToPoland
IDP in PolandRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in PolandPLN
Slovakia → Poland
Crossing the border
Slovakia and Poland share a land border you can cross by car. Keep your passport, national driving licence and International Driving Permit together, and check opening hours and any toll or vignette requirements before you travel.
Driving rules in Poland
- Headlights on day and night, all year.
- 0.02% alcohol limit.
- Reflective vest and triangle required.
- Electronic tolls (e-TOLL) on expressways.
What to see when you arrive in Poland
- the old town of Kraków and Wawel Castle
- the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
- the Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Warsaw's reconstructed Old Town
- the Tatra Mountains around Zakopane
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Slovakia to Poland?
Yes — Poland requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Poland recognises the Both format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Slovakia and Poland?
No. Both Slovakia and Poland drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off.
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