Main information
If you want to operate a vehicle that does not meet certain requirements of the technical regulations, but which do not affect road safety, public health and the environment, you can apply to the Ministry of Transport for an exemption from the technical requirements.
The most common case are vehicles imported from the USA (other than EU Member States).
This applies to you if
You are the operator of a vehicle that does not meet certain requirements of technical regulations, but which do not affect road safety, public health or the environment.
When to use this service
Immediately after the technical inspection station detected non-compliance with the technical requirements.
Service settlement
What you need if you are using this service
For approval of exemptions from the technical requirements, you will prepare:
- application (free form)
- a report from the technical inspection station
The application shall include the personal data of the applicant, the details of the road vehicle to which the application relates and the data for which an exemption is requested (technical requirements).
Where and how to solve this service
The application can be delivered in person or by post to the Ministry of Transport at the address:
Ministry of Transport
How much will you pay
The fee for approval of an exemption from the technical requirements for a vehicle is CZK 1,000.
The fee is payable in person when you visit the office.
Additional information
What is the benefit of this service
You can operate a vehicle safely and legally on Czech roads.
Appeal options
The remedy is your appeal as an applicant, which is conducted in accordance with the Administrative Code.
Legislation
Sanctions
If you, as a manufacturer, importer or distributor, place a vehicle, vehicle system, vehicle component or separate technical unit on the market without valid approval of its technical competence, you commit an offence for which you may be fined up to CZK 10 000 000.
If you operate a vehicle whose roadworthiness has not been verified, you commit an offence for which you may be fined up to CZK 50 000.
Frequently asked questions
What cannot be exempted?
Exemptions cannot be granted for brakes, emissions, noise, electromagnetic compatibility, and obviously dangerous things e.g. red turn signals.