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Cross-border route

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Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Germany into Czechia, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Czechia expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Both format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. The A17/D8 motorway crosses at the Krušné hory toward Prague.
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Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance
FromGermany
ToCzechia
IDP in CzechiaRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in CzechiaCZK
Germany → Czechia

Crossing the border

The A17/D8 motorway crosses at the Krušné hory toward Prague.

Driving rules in Czechia

  • Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0%).
  • Motorway e-vignette required.
  • Headlights on at all times.
  • Reflective vest and triangle mandatory.

What to see when you arrive in Czechia

  • Prague's Charles Bridge and Old Town Square
  • Prague Castle
  • the spa town of Karlovy Vary
  • Český Krumlov
  • the Bohemian countryside

Common questions

01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Germany to Czechia?
Yes — Czechia requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Czechia recognises the Both format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Germany and Czechia?
No. Both Germany and Czechia drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
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