Slovakia: Exception to the truck driving ban during the upcoming public holidays

The Presidium of the Police Corps of the Slovak Republic has granted a special permit allowing heavy goods vehicles to operate on 24, 25 and 26 December, as well as on 1 and 6 January 2026, despite the ban on traffic being in force. The decision was taken following a request submitted by ČESMAD Slovakia.

Slovakia has introduced an exception to the truck driving ban on 24, 25 and 26 December 2025 and on 1 and 6 January 2026. Entry into the country will be permitted only within two time windows: 00:00–09:00 and 16:00–24:00. The permit applies exclusively to vehicles entering Slovakia from neighbouring countries and travelling to a destination within Slovakia – for example for unloading, to a base, or to a permanent parking facility. This is not a transit permit, and traffic outside the designated time windows remains prohibited.

ČESMAD Slovakia pointed out that a complete lack of access on public holidays would hinder the execution of deliveries and drivers’ return to base. The police accepted the request, emphasising their support for the transport industry.

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