Here you will find important tips and useful information for Poland.
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in local currency
For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination
Local currency / ISO Code
Zloty PLN
Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
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Official language
Polish
Language capabilities
English, German and French
Warsaw (Warszawa)
00 (wait for reference tone) 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Valid passport or valid ID card for stays up to 3 months.
Warschau, Aleje Ujazdowskie 27
Tel. +48 22 628 04 81 / +48 22 628 04 82
Banks
8.00 - 17.00/19.00 h (Mon - Fri)
8.00 - 13.00 h (Sat)
Stores
10.00 - 18.00 h (Mon - Fri)
10.00 - 14.00/16.00 h (Sat)
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 1 year previously, varies by rental company.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
Headlights must be on even during the day.
CH sticker, first-aid kit, bright signal jacket and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.2 ‰.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.
Security
Observe elementary safety precautions.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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