What is the speeding tolerance in Czechia?
There is no "allowed buffer" — only the radar's measurement margin. That margin is 3 km/h at speeds up to 100 km/h and 3 % above 100 km/h, deducted automatically before the offence is assessed. Fines (since the 2024 reform): up to 10 km/h over — on-the-spot up to CZK 1,500, no points; 10–19 km/h — CZK 1,500–2,000 and 2 points; 20–39 km/h — CZK 2,500–3,500 and 4 points; 40+ km/h over in a town — administrative proceedings, CZK 7,000–25,000, 6 points and a 6–18 month ban. At 12 points you lose your licence.
📋 The rules
- Measurement margin: −3 km/h below 100 km/h, −3 % above
- Up to 10 km/h over: fine to CZK 1,500, no points
- 10–19 km/h over: CZK 1,500–2,000 + 2 points
- 20–39 km/h over: CZK 2,500–3,500 + 4 points
- 40+ km/h over in town (50+ outside): CZK 7,000–25,000 + 6 points + ban
🔓 Exceptions
- Section speed cameras use your average speed — the same margin applies
- Reaching 12 points means surrendering your licence for a year
⚠️ Penalties & fines
By band: CZK 1,500 (up to 10 km/h) to CZK 25,000 + 6 points + a 6–18 month ban (40+ km/h in town). Administrative-proceeding rates are higher than on-the-spot ones. 12 points = licence gone for 12 months.
📎 Official sources
- Autozive · Official radar tolerances 2026 (CS) →
- Cebia · Speeding fines — complete 2026 overview (CS) →
- Kooperativa · Points system and fines (CS) →
❓ Frequently asked
Can I do 55 km/h in a 50 zone?
No. After deducting the 3 km/h margin, 55 km/h is still 2 km/h over — finable, though in the mildest band.
How many points until I lose my licence?
12. The worst speeding offences carry 6 points — two of those are enough.
How does section measurement work?
It averages your speed between two cameras; the same margin is deducted as with radar.
Is there a difference between on-the-spot and administrative fines?
Yes — on-the-spot rates are lower (e.g. CZK 2,500–3,500 vs 4,000–10,000 for the 20–39 km/h band).
Will 40 km/h over in town cost my licence?
Likely: CZK 7,000–25,000, 6 points and a 6–18 month ban, handled in administrative proceedings.
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