I mentioned it as there could be a communication problem or Polish people are lazy. Why do you think I mentioned it?
I used cash the next week, same route.
I was in the UK last month and when in Aberdeen, a Polish bus driver refused to take my coins. Only card, I used my Kasikorn Debit card by just touching the pay thing.
Wrong way to go about it. Better go with a Thai delicacy and ask how the situation can be resolved. Never show these people what the rules are, you are invading their little kingdom and they retaliate by giving you the runaround.
Here's one of many reports. Sadly, not many in the US, as there is a huge coverup there.
https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politifact/2023/06/28/hunter-bidens-criminal-case-what-irs-whistleblowers-said-about-joe-biden-doj/