Fines in Slovakia

As in other countries of the European Union, in Slovakia you need to follow the rules to avoid being fined. Therefore, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the most common fines for bad behavior.

Fines for littering on the street depend on the severity of the violation. For littering small items, they can be several dozen euros. For littering large items, they can be several hundred or even thousands of euros.

The fine for travelling without a ticket may vary between regions and transport companies. It usually ranges from 40 euros on a tram to 100 euros on a train.

The fine for crossing the road in the wrong place is between 30 and 50 euros.

The fine for smoking in public places depends on various factors, such as the location and type of violation. It generally ranges from 50 to 150 euros.

The fine for drinking alcohol in public places may vary from region to region and depend on the type of violation. Typically, fines for such violations range from 50 to 100 euros.

The fine for illegal parking can also vary. Most often, it is from 30 to 60 euros.

If you fail to pay a fine in Slovakia, the following consequences may occur:

• Increase in the amount of the fine.
• Legal consequences: sending notices, legal proceedings or inclusion in the list of debtors.
• Administrative measures: restriction of driving privileges, temporary confiscation of vehicle, etc.
• Problems when visiting Slovakia next time.
• Problems with credit history.