Mandatory registration of Ukrainian cars in the Czech Republic for ZDP owners: what you need to know?

Ukrainians who are in the Czech Republic under temporary protection (ZDP) should be aware of the rules for registering a car in order to avoid fines and problems with the law. Find out how Ukrainians with ZDP can register a car in the Czech Republic

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From January 1, 2024, all Ukrainian cars in the Czech Republic are subject to mandatory registration, including those owned by Ukrainians with temporary protection status (ZDP) and tolerance visas. Ignoring this rule entails the imposition of administrative liability and a fine of up to 30,000 CZK.

We will tell you about the features of registering Ukrainian cars in the Czech Republic in this article.

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Why do Ukrainians with ZDP need to register a car in the Czech Republic?

The Czech Ministry of Transport emphasizes that while under ZDP, driving a car without registration is prohibited.

Newly arrived refugees are given 7 days from the moment of receiving temporary protection to register a car.

At the same time, replacing Ukrainian license plates with Czech ones is not required - after successful registration, you can continue to use Ukrainian license plates.

The registration procedure was introduced to increase control over foreign vehicles and improve the regulation of traffic violations, because during registration the driver's actual address of residence must be indicated.

If you do not register a car, you can get a fine, which will be issued by the police immediately after stopping an unregistered car.

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How to register a Ukrainian car in the Czech Republic?

To register a car in the Czech Republic, you need to contact the relevant authorities, more detailed information can be found on a special transport portal.

In order to go through the procedure for registering a Ukrainian car in the Czech Republic, you must have the following package of documents:

- Driver's ID card;

- Power of attorney with a certified signature (if the registration is carried out by an authorized person);

- Certificate of car registration in Ukraine or technical passport;

- Completed registration application form (provided on site or available online).

Fines for violating the rules of car registration in the Czech Republic

Ignoring the mandatory registration of a Ukrainian car in the Czech Republic entails the imposition of administrative liability in the form of a fine of up to 30,000 CZK. Therefore, do not postpone registration - this is a legislative requirement and a guarantee of safety on the country's roads.

Registration of a Ukrainian car in the Czech Republic for owners of ZDP and tolerance visas is not only a mandatory requirement of the law, but also a way to protect yourself from fines and misunderstandings with the police. Compliance with the rules helps to legally move around the country, keep Ukrainian license plates and avoid administrative problems. Therefore, you should not postpone the procedure and prepare all the necessary documents for car registration in a timely manner.

Car insurance in the Czech Republic

In addition to mandatory registration, for legal movement in the Czech Republic on a car with Ukrainian license plates, you must have a valid Green Card insurance policy. This is an international insurance policy that covers damages caused to third parties during a road accident abroad. It is important to remember that the policy does not cover damages for the person at fault in the accident.

You can purchase a Green Card both in the Czech Republic and in Ukraine, but the price abroad will be much higher. Therefore, it is most convenient to apply for a policy online - quickly, simply and without queues.

Online registration of Green Cards from licensed insurers is available on the Visit Ukraine portal. The calculator allows you to calculate the exact cost for your vehicle, as well as choose a package for a period of 15 days to 1 year. The policy is available for cars and trucks, trailers, semi-trailers, motorcycles and scooters.

Important! If you have been in the Czech Republic for a long time, do not forget to renew the policy on time so that travel around the country is legal and safe.

Apply for a Green Card online now on the Visit Ukraine portal and be confident in your safety on the roads of the Czech Republic!

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