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Parkovací oprávnění

resident parking permit

What does “Parkovací oprávnění” mean in Czechia?

Parking permit is a resident's permission to park in zones in their city district. For those who live in Prague with a car, this is the difference between 1,200 CZK per year and an hourly rate every day.

How much it costs (Prague)

First car — about 1,200 CZK/year.
Second car — 7,000 CZK.
Third and further — 24,000–36,000 CZK.

🔑 Main point for Ukrainians

The standard requirement is trvalý pobyt (permanent residence) in the given city part. But for foreigners, přechodný pobyt (temporary residence) also qualifies. This is a little-known and practically valuable fact: many do not even try to apply, believing that without permanent residence, there are no chances.

What changed in 2026

🆕 From 01.01.2026, free parking for low-emission cars (EL stickers) has ended — everyone pays. Zero-emission cars get a 50% discount.

Important. 🔑 Don't believe that a permit is only given for permanent residence: for foreigners, temporary residence also qualifies. This detail is little known — and it saves thousands of crowns every year.

Examples of use

I applied for a resident parking permit.

The second car costs seven thousand per year.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get a resident permit without a permanent residence?

Yes. The standard requirement is permanent residence (trvalý pobyt) in the city district, but for foreigners, temporary residence (přechodný pobyt) also counts.

How much does a permit for a second car cost?

7,000 CZK — compared to about 1,200 CZK for the first. The third and further are 24,000–36,000 CZK.