Czech Republic 2026: Toll Fees for Electric Vehicles (EV) — Guide
Driver's Guide 2026
Toll Fees in the Czech Republic for Electric Vehicles (2026)
Zero-emission vehicles (BEV/FCEV) up to 3.5 t in the Czech Republic remain exempt from vignettes in 2026. However, remember that vehicles registered outside the Czech Republic must register for exemption online before entering a motorway. Check current rules, Eco rates for hybrids, and a step-by-step registration guide.
General rules and e-vignette system
In 2026, the Czech Republic continues the electronic vignette (e-známka) system. It applies to most motorways and expressways for vehicles with a permissible gross weight of up to 3.5 t. The system is fully automated – cameras on motorways and in patrol cars read license plate numbers in real-time. If your car is not listed in the database as paid or exempt, the system automatically flags the vehicle for inspection.
EV exemptions in 2026 – who doesn't pay?
Czech policy promotes low-emission vehicles, but since 2024, the rules have become stricter for hybrids:
- Electric (BEV) and hydrogen (FCEV) vehicles – full exemption from fees (0 CZK). Applies to vehicles up to 3.5 t.
- Vehicles with foreign license plates – exemption is NOT automatic. An online application is required.
- Plug-in hybrids (PHEV) with emissions up to 50 g/km – are no longer exempt. They pay the so-called "Eco Price" (25% of the standard rate).
- Vehicles over 3.5 t – are subject to the Myto system (electronic toll collection based on kilometers).
How to apply for an exemption – step by step
The application process for a Polish electric vehicle driver is free and takes place entirely online:
- Prepare a scan or clear photo of your vehicle registration document (page with data on drive type and CO₂ emissions).
- Go to the official portal: eDalnice Exemption.
- Fill out the form: select country (Poland), enter license plate number.
- As the reason, choose: "Vehicle propelled by electric energy, hydrogen or in combination with another fuel (CO2 emission value 0 g/km)".
- Sign the application (this can be done with a trusted profile or a scan of a signed PDF document).
- Wait for email confirmation. Note: Until you receive confirmation, entering the motorway may result in a fine.
Vignette price list 2026 (Updated rates)
The table below shows the indicative rates for 2026 (prices in CZK may be subject to minor adjustments due to statutory indexation):
| Drive type | 1 day | 10 days | 30 days | 1 year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol / Diesel / LPG | 210 CZK | 290 CZK | 460 CZK | 2440 CZK |
| Eco (PHEV < 50g CO2) | 50 CZK | 70 CZK | 110 CZK | 610 CZK |
| CNG / Biomethane | 100 CZK | 140 CZK | 230 CZK | 1220 CZK |
| Electric (EV) | 0 CZK (registration required) | |||
Controls, cameras, and penalties in 2026
The Czech Police (Policie ČR) and Customs Administration (Celní správa) use a system of gantry cameras with OCR. The penalty for not having a vignette (or not having a confirmed EV exemption) in 2026 is up to 20,000 CZK (payable on the spot or in administrative proceedings). Additionally, an unjustified application for exemption (e.g., for a combustion vehicle) carries a fine of up to 100,000 CZK.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Are Polish green license plates enough to avoid paying?
No. The Czech system does not have automatic access to the Polish CEPiK database. Green license plates facilitate identification during a physical check, but in the camera system, you must be listed as an exempt vehicle after prior online registration.
What if I entered the motorway without registering?
You should immediately exit at the nearest exit or service station. You can try to send the application by phone, but the system only works retrospectively to a very limited extent. It is safer to buy a 1-day vignette for 210 CZK to avoid the risk of a 20,000 CZK fine.