Parking fines in the Czech Republic

Fine for Unpaid Parking Fees

If you park without paying the required fee, you may be fined on the spot up to CZK 1,500, though the usual amount is CZK 500. In administrative proceedings, the fine ranges from CZK 2,000 to 4,000. This offense does not carry penalty points or risk of towing.

On-the-spot fine:	Up to CZK 1,500
Administrative fine:	CZK 2,000 – 4,000
Penalty points:	0

Fine for Parking in a Residential Zone

Parking in a residential zone may result in an on-the-spot fine of up to CZK 1,500, and in administrative proceedings between CZK 2,000 and 4,000. There are no penalty points for this offense, but you might find an unpleasant surprise in the form of a wheel clamp. Towing typically occurs only if the vehicle does not leave the space within 30 days.

On-the-spot fine:	Up to CZK 1,500
Administrative fine:	CZK 2,000 – 4,000
Penalty points:	0

Fine for Parking in a No-Stopping or No-Standing Zone

Parking in a no-stopping or no-standing zone can result in an on-the-spot fine of CZK 2,500 to 3,500, and in administrative proceedings between CZK 4,000 and 10,000. If the parked vehicle obstructs traffic, expect a forced tow.

On-the-spot fine:	CZK 2,500 – 3,500
Administrative fine:	CZK 4,000 – 10,000
Penalty points:	0

Fine for Parking in Disabled Spaces

Parking in a space reserved for the disabled is considered a serious offense. The on-the-spot fine is CZK 2,500 to 3,500, and in administrative proceedings from CZK 4,000 to 10,000. You will also receive 2 penalty points. If it’s a designated space (for a specific vehicle), towing is also likely.

On-the-spot fine:	CZK 2,500 – 3,500
Administrative fine:	CZK 4,000 – 10,000
Penalty points:	2

When Can a Vehicle Be Towed?

Forced towing of a vehicle usually occurs in the following cases:

• The vehicle obstructs road traffic.
• The vehicle is parked in a reserved parking space.
• The vehicle interferes with street cleaning.

If your vehicle is forcibly towed, expect costs in the thousands of crowns (in addition to the fine for the offense itself). If you don’t retrieve the vehicle in time, the costs may rise to tens of thousands, as you will have to pay a fee for each day the vehicle is kept in the impound lot.

Forced Towing Fees – Prague

Full tow:	CZK 1,900
Unfinished tow:	CZK 1,250
Parking (Day 1–3):	CZK 250/day
Parking (Day 4–179):	CZK 400/day
Parking (from Day 180):	CZK 50/day

Forced Towing Fees – Brno

Full tow:	CZK 3,500
Unfinished tow:	CZK 1,940
Parking:	CZK 120/day

What About Other Fines?

Unfortunately, illegal parking isn’t the only offense that may get you fined in the Czech Republic. Speeding fines are also quite common. You can find detailed information in a separate article: Speeding Fines in the Czech Republic.

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CZ version: Pokuty za parkování - Kompletní přehled