How does the toll exemption for electric vehicles work in the Czech Republic?
The road toll in the Czech Republic is an issue that affects travelers with vehicles of all kinds. While there are special benefits for electric vehicles, tolls generally apply on all motorways and expressways in the country. Depending on the vehicle and the desired duration of validity, the costs vary.
For passenger cars, motorhomes, or combinations, the prices (as of December 2024) are 200 CZK (about 8.20 EUR) for one day, 270 CZK (about 11.07 EUR) for ten days, 430 CZK (about 17.63 EUR) for thirty days, and 2300 CZK (about 94.30 EUR) for a full year.
This article explains how electric vehicles are exempt from this regulation and what steps are necessary to take advantage of the toll exemption.
Renick Büttner
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What conditions must be met for toll exemption?
Travelers with battery-electric vehicles without an internal combustion engine can look forward to a special regulation in the Czech Republic: these vehicles are exempt from tolls on motorways and expressways. However, this exemption is not automatic.
You must submit an application for toll exemption as a driver before using the roads. The application allows you to provide the necessary proof that your vehicle meets the requirements. Only then can you benefit from the advantages and travel through the Czech Republic without worry.
Step-by-Step:
Registration for Toll Exemption
If you want to have your electric vehicle exempted from tolls in the Czech Republic, follow these steps:
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Go to the website
Visit the website https://edalnice.cz/de/index.html#/validation and click on "Who is exempt". You will be redirected to the page https://edalnice.cz/de/befreiung/index.html. -
Fill in the form
Open the form "Notification of Exemption" under "Exemption Notification".- Enter your information.
- Select as the reason for exemption: "O: Vehicle powered solely by electricity…".
- Select the signing method: "with electronic signature".
Save the completed document as a PDF.
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Sign the PDF electronically
Open the page https://cloud.sign-me.de/signature/start?ct=fac1cb1 and log in.- Verify your identity, for example, with a new identity card and the AusweisApp2. When logging in for the first time, you will receive 10 coins, which are sufficient for 2 free signatures.
- Select "Sign your own PDF", upload the PDF created in step 2, and sign it with the option "qualified".
- Download the signed document.
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Submit documents via email
Send the signed PDF document together with the PDF of your vehicle registration certificate (front and back) via email to [email protected].
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Wait for confirmation
You will receive a confirmation email within 1-2 business days.
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Verify the toll exemption
Visit https://edalnice.cz/de/index.html#/validation again and use the "Validity Check" function to ensure that your license plate is exempt from tolls.
With these instructions, applying for your toll exemption should be quick and straightforward!
