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Poland

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑPoland

Europeยท Updated 06/03/2026

Information

Capital

Warsaw

Population

37,843,188

Currency

Polish zล‚oty (PLN zล‚)

Languages

Polonais

Continent

Europe

Calling code

+48

Timezone

Europe/Warsaw

Area

312,696 kmยฒ

Government

Parliamentary republic

National day

11 November - Independence Day

Internet domain

.pl

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About

Poland is a Central European country and member of the European Union and NATO. It is experiencing dynamic economic growth, with GDP increasing by 3.6% in 2025 according to the Central Statistical Office (GUS). Its GDP per capita at purchasing power parity is projected to surpass Japan's in 2026.

Safety

Risk level :Overall security level is medium to low according to French official sources; vigilance recommended in major cities.

Risk areas

Ukrainian border - Limited military riskWarsaw and Krakow - Minor delinquency

Crime(Low)

  • Avoid isolated neighborhoods at night
  • Watch personal belongings

Terrorism(Low)

  • Follow local authorities' advice
  • Increased vigilance during public events

Transport

  • Use official taxis
  • Validate tickets

Natural risks(Low; possible flooding seasonally)

  • Check weather alerts

Health(Good quality healthcare system)

  • Standard recommended vaccines
  • Travel insurance mandatory

Practical tips

  • Register with the travel registry
  • Respect local alcohol laws
  • Have health insurance

Cost of living

Accommodation

Studio city center600
1-bedroom apartment in city center800
1-bedroom apartment in suburb550
3-bedroom apartment in city center1300
3-bedroom apartment in suburb900

Food

Inexpensive restaurant meal8
Meal for 2 mid-range restaurant45
McDonald's menu8
Local beer (0.5L)2.5
Cappuccino3
Water (1.5L)0.7
Bread (500g)1.2
Milk (1L)1
Eggs (12)3
Chicken (1kg)5
Apples (1kg)1.2
Bananas (1kg)1.5

Transport

Public transport ticket1.2
Monthly transport subscription30
Taxi ride (start)3
Taxi (1km)0.7
Gasoline (1L)1.6

Leisure

Fitness membership (monthly)35
Tennis court (1h weekend)20
Cinema8
Theater25

Health

General practitioner consultation40
Dentist consultation50
Antibiotic medications10
Cold medications (6 days)5

Others

High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)20
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)10
Public services for 85mยฒ apartment120
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)70
Nike sports shoes80
International primary school (monthly)900

Practical information

Electricity

Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type E

Emergency numbers

Police997
Ambulance999
Fire department998

Practical information

Driving side

Right

Tap water

safe

Tipping

10-15% in restaurants

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