Czech Republic: Vignette prices set to be frozen in 2027 – President's signature still pending
On 23 September 2026, the Czech Chamber of Deputies (Poslanecká sněmovna) approved a bill in its third reading that is intended to abolish the automatic annual price increase of the electronic motorway vignette (dálniční známka). If the law comes into force, vignette prices will remain frozen at 2026 levels in 2027 as well.
However, the reform has not yet been definitively adopted: the Czech President still has to sign the law. As of 23 October 2026, the Senate had not reached a decision on 21 October 2026. Once its 30-day deadline expires at the end of October, the amendment will be considered adopted and will be sent to the President for signature. If the law does not come into force in time, the Ministry of Transport will set the prices for 2027 by 30 November 2026 at the latest, using the previous automatic mechanism. The planned effective date for the frozen prices is 1 January 2027.
What exactly is changing?
If the price freeze remains in place, the same rates as those currently in effect in 2026 will apply in 2027: the annual vignette will continue to cost CZK 2,570, the 30-day vignette CZK 480, the 10-day vignette CZK 300, and the daily vignette CZK 230. Without the reform, the automatic link to consumer prices would have led to an increase in 2027 as well.
In addition, the validity of the daily vignette is set to change from 2027: instead of being valid only until midnight on the day of purchase, as before, it will in future be valid for 24 hours from the time of purchase – a noticeable advantage for anyone crossing the border only in the late afternoon or evening.
| Vignettentyp | Preis 2026 | Preis 2027 (geplant) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tagesvignette | 230 Kč (ca. 9,50 €) | 230 Kč (ca. 9,50 €) | Unverändert |
| 10-Tage-Vignette | 300 Kč (ca. 12,40 €) | 300 Kč (ca. 12,40 €) | Unverändert |
| 30-Tage-Vignette | 480 Kč (ca. 19,80 €) | 480 Kč (ca. 19,80 €) | Unverändert |
| Jahresvignette | 2.570 Kč (ca. 106,20 €) | 2.570 Kč (ca. 106,20 €) | Unverändert |
The previous automatic price adjustment in line with inflation was introduced by the previous government. By freezing vignette prices, the current Czech government aims to provide drivers with noticeable financial relief, for as long as the ongoing legislative process allows.
Czechia toll at a glance
For cars and motorhomes up to 3.5 t gross weight, the digital vignette requirement applies on motorways (D-roads). It is a flat fee for a fixed period. Motorcycles and trikes are exempt from the vignette requirement.
For trucks, buses and motorhomes over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight, the distance-based toll applies instead, charged via the electronic, satellite-based toll system MYTO CZ with an on-board unit (OBU); the rates are based on distance, vehicle category, number of axles, and EURO and CO₂ class. Not relevant for most car travelers. There is no separate special toll in the Czech Republic.
All details on tolls in CzechiaThe vignette flat rate explained
With our vignette flat rate, you save yourself the hassle of buying individually for each trip: for just 12,80 €* per month, it covers the included vignettes in 8 European countries. For each trip, simply select the appropriate vignette, and the toll fee is then already covered by your flat rate. You are not tied to any single country.
* ASFINAG toll fee (10-day vignette): 12.80 €, toll fee fully covered by DMC, flat price (per monthly billing period): 12,80 €, notice period 0 days.
- One flat rate, 8 countries
- Travel flexibly
- Termination directly in the administration
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
Whether the frozen prices actually take effect from 1 January 2027 now depends solely on the signature of the state president – we will keep you updated here. You can find everything about the vignette requirement in the Czech Republic on our Czech Republic overview page. If you are currently travelling via the D5 towards Germany, you will find additional information in our article on the lane narrowing near Rozvadov. If you have any questions, you can reach us at any time by email.
Frequently asked questions about the Czech vignette price reform
The most important answers about the planned freezing of vignette prices from 2027.
From when are the frozen vignette prices supposed to apply?
If the President signs the law as planned, the frozen prices are set to apply from January 1, 2027.
How much does the annual vignette for the Czech Republic currently cost?
What changes with the day vignette?
Has the draft law already been finally passed?
