Czech Republic Vignette Guide

Vehicles with a permissible gross weight of up to 3.5 tonnes generally need a valid electronic vignette to use designated Czech motorways. The traditional adhesive sticker was phased out in 2021, the vignette is now linked entirely to your vehicle’s registration number, with no sticker to display. Motorcycles and tricycles do not require an electronic vignette, and towed vehicles do not require a separate vignette. Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes use the separate, distance-based Myto toll system instead.

Electric (BEV) and hydrogen (FCEV) vehicles remain fully exempt from Czech tolls in 2026. Plug-in hybrids with CO2 emissions up to 50 g/km qualify for a reduced Eco Price, while CNG, LNG, and biomethane vehicles also qualify for reduced rates.

Czech Republic vignette essentials

Vignettes are required for motor vehicles with at least four wheels and a permissible gross weight up to 3.5 tonnes when using designated tolled motorway sections.
Motorcycles, tricycles, and trailers are exempt; only the towing vehicle needs a vignette.
Electric (BEV) and hydrogen (FCEV) vehicles are fully exempt from tolls; foreign-registered EVs/FCEVs must submit an online exemption notification before using a tolled road, while Czech-registered vehicles with an “EL” plate are exempt automatically.
Plug-in hybrids (CO2 up to 50 g/km) are no longer fully exempt; they pay a reduced Eco Price (roughly a quarter of the standard rate) rather than the standard tariff.
CNG/LNG and biomethane-powered vehicles also qualify for a reduced Eco tariff.
The system is fully digital; enforcement uses license-plate scanning by police and customs patrols, control gates, and checks at rest stops and parking areas.
Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes use the Myto box system, with toll charges based on distance, axle count, and emissions class.
Four validity options: 1-day, 10-day, 30-day, and annual.
Yes, your e-vignette is valid from your selected start date, which can be immediate or up to 30 days after payment.

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2026 vignette prices

Prices are set by the Czech Ministry of Transport and adjusted annually. The figures below show the 2026 prices in euros for a standard-fuel passenger car up to 3.5 tonnes.

Validity	Price
1 day	€9.50
10 days	€12.39
30 days	€19.82
Annual	€106.15

The 30-day vignette is the only monthly-style product; there’s no 2-month or quarterly option in the Czech system. For stays longer than a month, drivers typically choose between stacking multiple 30-day vignettes or buying the annual vignette.

Eco discounts for alternative-fuel vehicles

The Czech system distinguishes between full exemption and a reduced Eco Price:

Fully exempt (€0): battery-electric (BEV) and hydrogen fuel-cell (FCEV) vehicles.
Reduced Eco Price: plug-in hybrids with CO2 emissions up to 50 g/km, and vehicles running on CNG, LNG, or biomethane.

The reduced Eco Price depends on the vehicle’s fuel or power type and applies to eligible plug-in hybrids, CNG/LNG vehicles, and biomethane vehicles. Check the current rate for your vehicle category on eDalnice.cz before purchasing.

Czech toll road locations

The Czech toll system primarily covers:

Motorways (Dálnice: ‘D’): the main high-speed roads connecting major cities and regions.
Designated motorway sections subject to a time-related toll; the requirement does not automatically extend to all national or regional roads.

Toll sections are designated and signposted as subject to a time-related toll. Some motorway sections remain toll-free, so check the current map on eDalnice.cz before traveling rather than relying on a fixed list of sections.

Vignette requirements and vehicle exemptions

General rule: vehicles with at least four wheels and a permissible gross weight up to 3.5 tonnes need an e-vignette for designated Czech motorway sections.
Motorcycles and tricycles do not require a vignette, and trailers do not require a separate vignette from the towing vehicle.
Electric and hydrogen vehicles: fully exempt from toll charges; foreign-registered vehicles must register the exemption online in advance.
Plug-in hybrids (up to 50 g CO2/km): pay the reduced Eco Price rather than a full exemption.
Historic vehicles: exempt when registered with a special historic vehicle license plate and the required historic vehicle license.
Vehicles transporting children undergoing cancer or haemato-oncological treatment: exempt, subject to carrying medical certification for roadside checks.

Avignette.com can help you check whether your vehicle qualifies for an exemption or a reduced Eco Price before you travel.

Myto system for heavy vehicles

Who needs it: vehicles with a total weight exceeding 3.5 tonnes.
How it’s calculated: toll charges are based on distance travelled, number of axles, and the vehicle’s emissions class.
Billing: charges are recorded and invoiced digitally through the Myto box system.

Navigating the Czech Republic’s digital vignette system

Understanding how the electronic vignette works helps avoid problems at the border:

Registration: once purchased, your vehicle’s registration number is recorded in the eDálnice database, managed by the State Fund for Transport Infrastructure (SFDI).
Border and motorway checks: fixed ANPR camera gantries and mobile patrol units automatically read your plate as you enter or travel through the tolled network.
Database comparison: the system checks your plate against the eDálnice register to confirm a valid vignette or registered exemption is on file.

This fully digital process is designed to be fast and largely invisible to compliant drivers; there’s nothing to display and no toll booths to stop at on the standard network.

Purchasing your Czech Republic e-vignette

Where to buy:

Online at the official eDálnice portal, or through avignette.com.
Alternative points of sale: Czech Post branches, selected petrol stations (including EuroOil), and border-crossing kiosks.

Order process on Avignette.com:

Select your vehicle category and fuel type; this determines whether you’re offered the standard rate, a reduced Eco Price, or an exemption path.
Choose your vignette validity: 1-day, 10-day, 30-day, or annual.
Enter your vehicle’s registration number and a valid email address.
Pay securely using an available payment method.
Once payment is confirmed, your e-vignette registration is submitted.
You’ll receive email confirmation and can travel as soon as your chosen validity period begins.

Always double-check your registration number and country of registration before confirming. Limited corrections are possible under the official rules, but an incorrectly registered vignette can leave you without valid toll coverage.

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Frequently asked questions

Is my Czech Republic vignette valid immediately?

Yes. You can choose a start date from the date of purchase up to 30 days in advance. If you select the current date, the vignette becomes valid once the payment is recorded and the vignette is registered.

Can I transfer my Czech Republic vignette to another vehicle?

No. The e-vignette is linked to a specific registration number and cannot be transferred to a different vehicle.

Where do I affix my Czech Republic vignette?

Nowhere. The Czech Republic has used a fully electronic vignette system since 2021. There’s no sticker; your registration number is checked automatically by camera against the eDálnice database.

Do I need a vignette for my rental car in the Czech Republic?

The vignette follows the license plate, not the rental agreement, so check with the rental company whether it’s already covered. If not, you’ll need to purchase one yourself before using a tolled road.

Do electric cars need a Czech vignette?

Battery-electric and hydrogen vehicles are fully exempt from the toll charge. Czech-registered EVs with an ‘EL’ plate are exempt automatically; foreign-registered EVs must submit an online exemption notification before entering a tolled motorway.

Do hybrid cars get a free vignette in the Czech Republic?

Plug-in hybrids with CO2 emissions up to 50 g/km are not fully exempt; they qualify for the reduced Eco Price. The reduced PHEV rate does not apply simply because a vehicle is a hybrid.

What happens if I drive without a valid vignette?

Driving on a tolled road without a valid vignette can result in a fine of up to €825. Failing to submit a required exemption notification can result in a fine of up to €206, while falsely claiming an exemption can result in a fine of up to €4,120.

How do I receive my Czech Republic vignette?

After payment is confirmed, you’ll receive an email confirmation, and the vignette registration is recorded against your vehicle’s registration number in the official eDálnice system.

Which neighboring countries also require a vignette?

The Czech Republic borders Germany, Poland, Austria, and Slovakia. Of these, Austria and Slovakia operate their own e-vignette systems for passenger cars; Germany does not require a vignette for cars (only heavy vehicles pay a distance-based toll); Poland has no equivalent nationwide vignette for standard passenger vehicles.