Czech government raises gasoline price cap, lowers diesel tax amid rising fuel costs

Czech fuel price cap gasoline price increase diesel tax reduction Ministry of Finance fuel regulation

The Czech Ministry of Finance announced new maximum retail prices for motor fuels effective 21 May. The ceiling for Natural 95 gasoline was set at 45.08 CZK per litre, up from 44.71 CZK and the highest level since the price‑control scheme began. The diesel cap was raised to 42.43 CZK per litre, a modest increase from 42.17 CZK.

At the same time, the government reduced the consumption tax on diesel by 1.939 CZK per litre (2.35 CZK including VAT). The measures aim to curb rapid price growth that started after the Feb 28 conflict escalation in the Middle East, which pushed international oil prices higher. Regional data show gasoline in the Olomoucký region averaging 43 CZK/litre and diesel 41.19 CZK/litre, with variations across districts.

Retail stations must not exceed the set caps or face penalties, while premium fuels remain unregulated.

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