Starting in 2028, holders of permanent Polish driving licenses issued before 2013 must exchange them for new models, with five-year deadlines ending in 2033.
The Great Driving License Exchange 2028–2033: Most Important Dates
According to EU directives and Polish law, every driving license issued before January 19, 2013 (the old permanent type) must be replaced with a new model. This process will not happen overnight. The legislator has set a five-year window.
After this date, no old driving license will be valid for driving on roads.
Who Must Replace Their License in 2026?
Although the mass exchange begins in 2028, in 2026 thousands of people will still have to replace their documents. This applies to persons who:
Cost of Replacing a Driving License in 2026
Unfortunately, drivers face higher fees. In 2026, the revaluation of communication rates takes effect. The entire procedure can cost up to 350–370 PLN.
What Changes After Replacing Your Driving License
Important information for permanent license holders: the exchange has an administrative character. This means that:
Fines for Not Replacing Your Permanent License
It’s worth keeping track of deadlines. Driving with an expired document is treated by the police as driving without authorization. This can result in a fine of at least 1500 PLN, and in extreme cases, a fine of up to 30,000 PLN and a court ban on driving vehicles.
