Can you take Poland's theory test in English, German or Ukrainian? Yes—but check one detail
Foreign-language theory tests are available, but language coverage depends on the licence category. Verify it while booking, not at the exam room.
Poland's state theory test is available in languages other than Polish. WORD Warsaw offers English, German and Ukrainian, but Ukrainian does not automatically cover every licence category.
According to the centre's current guidance, Ukrainian is available for B and B1, and since 16 February 2026 also for C and C1. For other categories, verify availability before paying.
Select the language while booking
Do not wait until examination day. During the reservation select:
- the correct licence category,
- the theory test,
- preferred language,
- venue and date.
Check the confirmation afterwards. If the wrong language appears, contact WORD instead of expecting the examiner to change it immediately before the test.
Are the rules different?
No. Regardless of language, a category B theory test has 32 questions, lasts 25 minutes, offers 74 points and requires 68 to pass. Language changes the official version displayed, not the scoring or difficulty.
Study in the language you will use
Studying only in Polish and then choosing unfamiliar foreign terminology is risky. Complete a full test in your intended language and check that you understand:
- instructions,
- names of manoeuvres,
- priority and caution terminology,
- vehicle and document vocabulary.
The application's interface and question language should remain aligned. Do not use amateur translations of official questions; practise only with an official language variant.
Interpreter and theory test
The rules allow a sworn interpreter to help a person who lacks sufficient Polish understand the test procedure. The interpreter may remain only until the test begins and does not translate questions during it.
Communication and interpreter arrangements for the practical test differ, so agree them directly with WORD.
Foreign candidate checklist
- My PKK and category are correct.
- The WORD offers my language for that category.
- The language appears in the booking confirmation.
- I practise using the official language variant.
- I have valid identification accepted by WORD.
Before booking, run a full test in your chosen language. If reading takes too long, decide on the most suitable language before paying.