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Your essential guide to the Czech digital highway vignette. Understand the process, avoid fines, and enjoy your trip.

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Your Trusted Guide in Prague

Welcome to Prague Vignette Assist. We are a dedicated information service located in the heart of Prague, focused on helping tourists and visitors navigate the Czech digital vignette system with clarity and confidence. Our mission is to provide you with clear, accurate, and step-by-step instructions to ensure you purchase and use your vignette correctly, saving you time and preventing costly fines.

We are not direct sellers of vignettes, nor are we affiliated with the official government portal for sales. Instead, we act as your local expert on the ground, offering impartial guidance and practical advice. We believe that understanding the system is the first step to a hassle-free journey through the scenic Czech Republic. Whether you're visiting for leisure or business, our resources are designed to make your experience smooth and enjoyable.

The 4-Step Vignette Process

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Step 1: Check Requirements

All vehicles up to 3.5 tons, including cars and vans, must have a digital vignette to use designated highways in the Czech Republic. Your vehicle's license plate is digitally linked to the vignette, meaning no physical sticker is needed on your windshield.

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Step 2: Prepare Details

Before purchasing, ensure you have your vehicle's correct license plate number, its country of registration, and the precise desired start date for the vignette's validity. Accuracy is paramount to avoid issues.

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Step 3: Choose Purchase Point

You can purchase your vignette conveniently online via the official Czech portal, in person at any Czech Post office, or at self-service kiosks located at major border crossings and some petrol stations.

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Step 4: Drive with Confidence

Once purchased and active, your vignette is linked to your license plate. Enforcement is automatic via roadside cameras that scan license plates. Drive knowing you're compliant and avoiding potential fines.

Where to Purchase Your Vignette

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Official Online Portal

The fastest and most convenient method. Purchase from anywhere in the world before your trip. Activation can be immediate or scheduled up to 3 months in advance.

Pros:
  • Available 24/7 from any device
  • Instant confirmation to email
  • Interface available in multiple languages
Cons:
  • Requires stable internet connection
  • Online payment methods only (card)
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Czech Post Office

Available at branches across the country. A traditional option useful if you prefer to pay in cash or require in-person assistance and have time to visit a branch.

Pros:
  • Ability to pay with cash or card
  • Opportunity for in-person service/questions
Cons:
  • Limited to regular opening hours
  • Potential language barrier with staff
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Border Vending Kiosks

Self-service machines located at major border crossings, especially useful for last-minute purchases just before entering a tolled highway. They offer immediate activation.

Pros:
  • Exceptional location convenience for arrivals
  • Immediate activation of the vignette
Cons:
  • Can experience long queues during peak times
  • Interface may not be fully user-friendly for all

Vignette Validity Options

10-Day Vignette

Perfect for short visits, quick weekend trips to Prague or other cities, or simply transiting through the Czech Republic. It activates for 10 consecutive days from your chosen start date.

Check official portal for current price.

30-Day Vignette

Ideal for slightly longer holidays, extended business trips, or if you plan to explore various regions of the country over several weeks. Valid for 30 consecutive days.

Check official portal for current price.

Annual Vignette

The best and most economical value for frequent travelers, residents, or those planning year-long stays. Valid for 365 days from the selected start date, offering maximum flexibility.

Check official portal for current price.

Note: Certain eco-friendly vehicles, such as fully electric vehicles or hydrogen-powered vehicles, may be exempt or eligible for significant discounts. Always verify current regulations and eligibility on the official state portal before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The Czech vignette system is entirely digital. Your vignette is linked electronically to your vehicle's license plate number. There's no need for a physical sticker on your windshield, which simplifies the process and avoids messy adhesive residue.
Driving on a tolled highway in the Czech Republic without a valid digital vignette can result in significant financial penalties. On-the-spot fines can reach up to 5,000 CZK (approximately 200 EUR), and if the matter goes to administrative proceedings, the fine can escalate to 20,000 CZK (approximately 800 EUR). It's always best to ensure you are compliant.
Generally, changes to the license plate number after purchase are highly restricted to prevent misuse. It is critical to carefully enter your vehicle's license plate number during the purchase process. Minor typos might be correctable before the vignette's validity begins, but only at the original point of sale. For specific details, it is best to consult the official digital vignette website directly.
You can easily verify the validity of your digital vignette by entering your vehicle's license plate number on the official validation page of the state portal. This online checker provides immediate confirmation of your vignette's status and expiration date. We can guide you to this specific portal if needed.
No, motorcycles and trailers are explicitly exempt from the digital vignette requirement in the Czech Republic. Only vehicles up to 3.5 tons (including cars, vans, and motorhomes) are obligated to purchase a vignette for using tolled highways.

Get in Touch or Visit Us

Have more questions about the Czech digital vignette system? Our dedicated team in Prague is ready to help you navigate any uncertainties. Fill out the form below for an email inquiry or give us a direct call during business hours. We're here to ensure your journey is as smooth as possible.

Send us a message:

Our Office in Prague:

Address: Revoluční 25, Praha 1, 110 00, Czech Republic

Phone: +420 224 903 115

Email: [email protected]

Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 - 17:00 CET

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