Lost property in Poland.Where to look for a lost item.

    In Poland, lost property offices are run by the district authority (starosta) – in large cities, the city hall. An item lost on a train, at an airport or in a public building first goes to the carrier or building manager, and only after 30 days to the district authority.

    Addresses and contacts

    Lost property offices in the largest cities

    Phone numbers, addresses and opening hours of the offices run by city halls – checked on their official websites.

    Data checked on 16 October 2026, sources: Lost Property Office, Warsaw City Hall, Lost Property Office, Kraków City Hall, City Lost Property Office (ZDiUM), Lost Property Office, Gdańsk City Hall

    Law

    The rules in brief

    Amended rules of the Polish Lost Property Act apply from 19 May 2026.

    Public building managers and carriers hand unclaimed items over to the district authority after 30 days.

    Any questions?

    Frequently asked questions about lost property in Poland