Vehicle registration application in person, by post
Documents
Usually needed
Identity document
Also needed in some situations
Ownership, registration and other conditional vehicle documents Check the official translation requirement for this document.
Co-owner or representative power of attorney Check the official translation requirement for this document.
OC and technical-inspection evidence where applicable
Fees and payment
Registration documents and plates A fee may apply only in the stated circumstances; check whether they apply to you. Before or at filing — follow the authority’s instructions As instructed by the competent authority
Important
Deadlines and processing
Polish purchase, EU import or customs release — Normally 30 days; 90 days for a qualifying vehicle-trade business
If something goes wrong
The body identified in the decision
Understand this route
What to do
File with the residence-competent registration authority and identify whether the vehicle is domestic, EU-imported or released from customs.
Prepare ownership, existing registration, conformity and conditional tax/customs evidence; requirements vary by route.
The ordinary deadline is normally 30 calendar days; do not wait for unrelated private paperwork.
