Poland travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Poland with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Poland.

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Poland travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Poland with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Poland - quick facts
Flight time^✝	2 to 2.5 hours
Time difference	UK +1 hour
Language(s)	Polish
Currency	Polish Zloty
Electricity	C + E plug (230V)
Driving side	Right

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Poland tourist information

Polish Tourism Organisation

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Poland weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C	-1	1	6	13	19	22	24	23	18	13	6	1
Hours of sunshine (daily)	1	2	4	5	7	8	8	7	5	3	2	1
Days with some rainfall	16	13	13	12	12	13	13	11	12	13	15	17

The Poland weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Warsaw.

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Poland travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Poland from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

UK traveller advice for Poland - UK FCDO
Irish traveller advice for Poland - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
Canadian travel advice for Poland - Government of Canada
US travel advisories for Poland - US Department of State
Safe travel advisories for Poland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
Smarter traveller advice for Poland - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Poland.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

FCDO travel advice

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Poland travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Poland with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Vaccines & medicines for Poland - CDC
Health & vaccinations for Poland - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
How to stay safe & healthy in Poland - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Poland, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Poland travel features

Do you want to learn more about Poland? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Poland.

Poland FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Poland including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Poland?

Poland is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Poland.

Check out Ministry of Health, Poland for more information.

What is the flight time to Poland from the UK?

The flight time to Poland from the UK is typically 2 to 2.5 hours.

Flights to Poland

What is the time difference between Poland and the UK?

The time difference between Poland and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Poland?

The main language spoken in Poland is Polish.

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What is the currency in Poland?

The currency in Poland is the Polish Zloty (PLN).

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Which plugs are used in Poland?

Poland uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Poland?

They drive on the right side of the road in Poland.

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