Highway Sticker for the Czech Republic

In the Czech Republic, the electronic highway sticker is mandatory for all vehicles up to 3.5 tons that wish to use highways and selected first-class roads. Physical stickers no longer exist – since 2021, all stickers are electronic and tied exclusively to the vehicle's registration plate (SPZ).

The Czech Republic has an extensive network of highways connecting Prague with Brno (D1), Ostrava, Plzeň, and other major cities. The D1 highway is the longest and busiest highway in the country.

Checks are conducted automatically using camera systems placed on the highways or during routine vehicle checks by the police. The system checks whether the given SPZ is registered in the central database as valid. No sticker is required on the vehicle's windshield.

Types of Validity and Prices

The Czech electronic highway sticker offers monthly and annual options. The annual sticker is more economical for drivers who frequently use highways. The monthly option is ideal for occasional users or visitors to the Czech Republic.

The validity of the sticker starts either immediately after purchase or on the date you choose at the time of purchase. After successful payment, you will receive a confirmation email with details including the vehicle's registration plate and validity date.

How Online Purchase Works

Purchasing an electronic highway sticker for the Czech Republic is done entirely online in a few simple steps. First, you enter the vehicle's registration plate – it is critically important to verify that it is entered correctly, as the sticker is tied to the SPZ and cannot be transferred to another vehicle.

Next, you choose the type of validity (monthly or annual) and optionally the start date of validity. After checking all the details and entering contact information, you complete the payment. The entire process takes just a few minutes, and after successful payment, the sticker is immediately active.

Fines for Driving Without a Valid Sticker

Driving without a valid electronic highway sticker in the Czech Republic is an offense that carries a high fine. The fine can reach up to 100,000 CZK, with typical amounts usually in the thousands of crowns. Due to automatic checks using camera systems, the likelihood of detection is very high.

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