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Czech Republic
Documentation
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Proof of ID (Passport)
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Full, valid driving licence* (Both Parts)
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Proof of Insurance (third party or above)
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Proof of ownership (V5C Certificate)
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IDP - International Driving Permit
Personal & Vehicle Requirements
Equipment
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Helmet
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GB Sticker
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Headlamp beam deflectors
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First aid Kit
Driving License
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You must be 18 or over to drive a private vehicle
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Driving licences (Photocard) issued in EU and EEA countries are accepted
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IDP - International Driving Permit is accepted
Rules of the Road
Driving & Overtaking
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Drive on the right and overtake on the left
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Use dipped headlights at all times
Priority
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Where no signs are used vehicles must give way to vehicles approaching from the right, otherwise obey road signs
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Emergency vehicles (police, ambulance, army vehicles, etc.) have priority over other road users when using flashing lights and a siren
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Vehicles on rails have priority even if approaching from the left
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Riders may not enter an intersection unless the exit is clear
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Drivers or private vehicles must slow down or stop to allow buses and trams to merge with normal traffic at the end of a bus lane
Warning of Approach
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The use of the horn is only allowed in case of emergency, in order to avoid an accident
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The use of the horn is prohibited in Prague between 2000 and 0600
Speed Limits
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Built up areas
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Local Roads
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Intercity Roads
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Motorways
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50
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90
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90
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130
Driving Penalties
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The police can issue on the spot finess
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The police can confiscate the driving licence for serious offences
Identifying Speed Camera Locations
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Radar detectors which interfere with police equipment are prohibited but POI radar detectors can be used.
Parking Regulations
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Parking is prohibited where it may obstruct other vehicles
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Parking is only allowed on the right hand side of the road parallel with the kerb
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In one way streets parking is allowed on the left also
Parking Fines Enforcement
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parking fines
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Wheel clamps can be used in main towns
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Vehicles causing obstruction will be towed away
Traffic Lights
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The international three colour system is used
Drink & Drugs
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The legal limit is 0.00%
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Random breath tests are conducted
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If positive the rider will undergo a blood test
Road Conditions & Tolls
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The roads are generally in good condition
Fuel
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Most petrol stations are open from 0600 – 2000
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Credit Cards are accepted
Emergencies
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In case of breakdown or accident, drivers must use a warning triangle or hazard lights and stay close to the vehicle
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