Question 1

Can I take the whole driving course in English?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The theory course is available online in English, practical lessons are taught by an English-speaking instructor, and the state theory exam at WORD can be taken in English.

Question 2

Do I need a PKK number before I start?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The PKK (driver candidate profile) is issued by a Warsaw district office and is required before formal training can begin. We guide you through the documents step by step.

Question 3

How long does the course take?

Accepted Answer

The basic course usually takes 6–10 weeks. The accelerated course is completed in 21 days and the intensive course in 15 days.

Question 4

How much does a Category B course cost?

Accepted Answer

The basic course costs 5 290 PLN, the accelerated course 5 990 PLN and the intensive course 7 090 PLN. Extra driving hours are 180 PLN per hour.

Question 5

Can I learn on an automatic car?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We train on both manual and automatic cars. Note that WORD examination centres only provide manual cars, so for an automatic exam you can rent our school car.

Question 6

Can I use a school car for the state exam?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Renting our car for the practical exam costs 290 PLN, and you take the test in the same vehicle you practised in.

Question 7

Do I need a residence permit to get a Polish licence?

Accepted Answer

You need to prove that Poland is your normal place of residence. Accepted documents depend on your status, so confirm the details with your district office.

Question 8

Where do lessons start?

Accepted Answer

Lessons usually start at our office at ul. Ogrodowa 5 in central Warsaw, but we can also pick you up in Wola, Żoliborz, Bielany, Bemowo or near Wileński Station. If you searched for a driving school near me, our Warsaw driving school covers the whole city 7 days a week.

Question 9

Is there an English driving school near me in Warsaw?

Accepted Answer

Yes. OSK Lauto is an English-speaking Warsaw driving school with lessons across the whole city — Wola, Żoliborz, Bielany, Bemowo, Mokotów and more. Our office is at ul. Ogrodowa 5, and we pick you up wherever is convenient, so it is easy to find a driving school near you.

Question 10

Which Warsaw driving school teaches in English?

Accepted Answer

OSK Lauto is a Warsaw driving school that runs the entire Category B course in English — online theory, English-speaking instructors and pickup anywhere in the city. See the full overview at lauto.pl/en/warsaw-driving-school.

Question 11

How do I enroll?

Accepted Answer

Fill in the online enrollment form, call +48 698 535 181 or write to osklauto@gmail.com. We confirm your place by email.

Question 12

Can I start the course before turning 18?

Accepted Answer

Yes — and much earlier than most people think. Under the new rules you can start a Category B course at 16 years and 9 months, and take the state exam at 16 years and 11 months, that is before your 17th birthday. You can drive on your own six months after passing the exam, or once you turn 18. When applying for the PKK number, a minor needs written consent from a parent or guardian. Call us and we will check from which date you can enrol.

Question 13

What does the medical examination involve and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

It is a short check-up with a doctor authorised to examine drivers — many clinics in Warsaw accept walk-ins. The visit takes about 15–20 minutes, covers eyesight and general health questions, and costs around 200–250 PLN. You receive the certificate immediately and submit it to the district office when applying for your PKK.

Question 14

What happens if I fail the state exam the first time?

Accepted Answer

Nothing serious — you can retake the WORD exam as many times as needed, and your course does not expire. You only pay the WORD fee again: 56.98 PLN for theory and 229.99 PLN for the Category B practical exam (rates from 1 January 2026). Most students book extra lessons (180 PLN per hour) beforehand, and the instructor analyses the failed attempt with you to prepare for the next one.

Question 15

Do I take the exam in your car or do I need my own?

Accepted Answer

No car of your own is needed. You can take the practical exam in the WORD centre's car or rent our training car for 290 PLN — the exact vehicle you practised in, so the pedals, mirrors and size feel familiar at the manoeuvring yard and on the exam route.

Question 16

What is the first driving lesson like?

Accepted Answer

The first lesson takes place on a quiet training yard or calm streets, away from city traffic. The instructor shows you how to adjust the seat and mirrors, explains the controls, and you practise starting the engine, moving off, stopping and slow-speed driving. You only enter real traffic once you feel ready — the pace is always matched to you.

Question 17

Do you run a course in Polish for Polish-speaking family members?

Accepted Answer

Yes — our main offer is the Polish Category B course with Polish-language theory and instructors. The Polish version of the site is at lauto.pl (use the PL switch in the menu), and family members can enrol in Polish while you learn in English at the same school.

Question 18

My district is not on your list — do you cover it?

Accepted Answer

Almost certainly yes. We pick students up across the whole of Warsaw — not only Wola, Śródmieście, Bemowo, Żoliborz and Bielany, but also Mokotów, Ochota, Praga, Ursynów and the remaining districts. The meeting point is agreed individually with your instructor: a metro station, a bus stop or your neighbourhood. Call +48 698 535 181 and we will arrange a convenient spot.

Question 19

Can I request a specific instructor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If a friend recommended an instructor or you simply clicked with one after the first lesson, we will assign you to them permanently — one instructor who knows your progress gives better results. If schedules clash, we help find a solution, for example a different lesson time or car (manual or automatic).

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