✈️ Heading to Poland? We've gathered some tips from the bunq community to make sure your trip is the smoothest it can be. 😎
Check them out below! 🌈 👇
Using your card
💳 Do I need cash in Poland, or can I use my card everywhere?
Card payments are very common in Poland with most stores, even those in fairly rural locations accepting payment by card.
It can be handy to have a small amount of cash on you just in case.
💰 What currency do they use here?
The currency here is Zloty. The symbol is zł or PLN.
🏧 Which ATM’s can I use for free?
The bunq community has reported free withdrawals at these ATMs.
- ATM Global
- Bank BGZ
- Bank Pekao SA
- PKO Bank Polski
- Santander
💵 If I want cash, how much should I take out of an ATM?
200 PLN should be enough for a few days.
💳 Should I choose local currency or Euros when paying?
If you're asked to choose between local currency and Euros, always choose local currency.
That way bunq does the conversion for you, and you get to take advantage of the best rates with bunq ZeroFX.
Staying connected
📱 Can I roam, or should I get a local SIM?
All EU mobile plans should let you roam for free.
If you don't have an EU plan, you can learn about your local SIM card options here
Useful things to know
💁♀️ How does tipping work?
Tipping is not mandatory in Poland, but is common as an appreciation of good service. A normal tip is 10-15% of the bill.
When you're paying in restaurants or bars and you get the cheque, you should give the amount you have to pay and wait for the change. If you give the money and say "thank you" it will be treated as "keep the change" type of tip.
🍺 How much does a 0.5L beer cost?
€2,00
🍽 How much does an average meal cost?
€5,00
🚨 What’s the emergency number?
112
🔌 What type of plug do they use?
This one! It’s the standard European plug.
🚗 What side of the road do they drive on?
They drive on the right side of the road here.
🗺 How do I navigate my way around?
Google and Apple Maps both work well in Poland.
Otherwise, we recommend Rome2Rio as the best way to find out how to get anywhere. It even tells you the cost of each option. 🙌
👀 Any other good tips?
Make sure you try Pierogi while you're in Poland, they're little dumplings of heaven. 🥟
The most common type is Pierogi Ruski, which contains potato and cheese.
Travel Perks
🎢 Visit famous attractions with 10% off
We've partnered with Tiqets to bring you discounts on attraction tickets in Poland. To get your discount, simply follow the link here and use our coupon code BUNQTIQETS10 at checkout. That's it! 🎊
Travel hands-free with a 20% discount on Stasher
Our partnership with Stasher will allow you to enjoy your destination to the fullest without having to worry about your luggage. You’ll be able to drop off your bags at trusted shops and hotels in Poland with a 20% discount through this link 👌🏻.
If you've been to Poland 🇵🇱 share your experience! The following would be really useful for other bunqers to know:
- Which ATMs are free to use?
- What card should I use and where?
- Any other info you think may be useful.
Share your experience with us in the comments below! 🌈 👇
