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Poland Travel Information

All travel information to be used for guidance purposes only

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language: Polish
Electricity: 220V AC 50Hz
International Direct Dialing Code: 48
Driving: Driving is on the right. International Driving Permit recommended if driving licence is not in English, French or German. UK driving licence accepted
Currency: Zloty (PLN 1 = 100 Groszy)
Business/Social Hints: Business is conducted in Polish, however many executives speak a second language. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants, punctuality is appreciated. Dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated. There may be some restrictions on photography. The minimum drinking age is 18 years
Public Holidays: 2010
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 5 Apr Easter Monday, 1 May Labour Day, 3 May National Day, 13 May Ascension, 3 Jun Corpus Christi, 15 Aug Assumption, 1 Nov All Saints` Day, 11 Nov Independence Day, 25 Dec -26 Dec Christmas.
Emergency Services: Police: 997. Fire: 998. Ambulance: 999
Clothing: Light to mediumweights for summer months. Heavier clothing required for the winter. Rainwear recommended throughout the year

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Health Risks: Rabies.
Compulsory Vaccinations: None.
Recommended Immunisations: Diphtheria*, hepatitis A*, hepatitis B*, TB*, tetanus, tick-borne encephalitis*, typhoid*, rabies
* recommended in some circumstances, travellers making 3 or more visits per year, stays of more than 3 months in a rural area, high-risk occupational groups & backpackers staying more than 1 month.
Reciprocal Health: Participant of the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC scheme) which allows visitors on short-term stays to other member countries to use the public health care sector for free or reduced-cost medical treatment and emergency care.

PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION

Passport General: Required by all
Passport Validity: Please contact nearest embassy/consulate
Visa General: The following DO NOT require a visa:
1) Nationals of Poland
2) For an unrestricted length of stay by:
a) Holders of passports issued by Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland Rep, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden & Switzerland
b) Holders of British passports endorsed British Citizen
3) For stays up to 90 days by:
a) Nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (S.A.R. & British Overseas passport holders), Israel, Japan, Korea (South), Macao (SAR passports), Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Singapore, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City & Venezuela
b) Holders of British passports endorsed British National (Overseas) or British Overseas Territories Citizen with the ‘right of abode’ label issued by the UK
Visa Special Notes: All visitors must hold sufficient funds for length of stay & to cover costs of medical treatment (if required). Proof of possessing financial & medical funds are required, contact nearest embassy/consulate prior to departure for further details