What to do if you lose your Czech driving license while in Malta
If you lose your Czech driving license or have it stolen while travelling in Malta, it is important to follow these steps to ensure that you can report the loss and get a replacement:
1. Report the Loss to the Malta Police
File a police report: Go to the nearest police station and report the loss of your driving license or report it on-line. This will provide you with an official document stating that your license was lost or stolen, which you may need later for the Czech authorities or for travel insurance claims.
2. Inform the Czech Embassy or Consulate
Contact the Czech Honorary Consulate by sending a copy of your Czech ID card or Czech passport as well as a copy of the police report.
Advise them whether you need to continue driving while in Malta so that they can provide advice about how to manage this.
3. Notify the Transport Office in the Czech Republic
Contact the Transport Office (“Odbor dopravy”) to report the loss of your driving license. You may be able to start this process online through the official website or by contacting them by phone.
Some regional offices may allow you to apply for a replacement while still abroad, but it depends on your situation.
4. Apply for a New Driving License
Upon returning to the Czech Republic, go to your local municipal office with extended powers (“Obecní úřad s rozšířenou působností”) to apply for a replacement driving license.
You will need:
Your passport or ID card for identification.
A copy of the Malta Police report. Depending on the needs of the regional office in the Czech Republic, you might need a certified translation of the document.
An application form (available at the office or online).
You will also need to pay a fee for the new driving license.
5. Get a Temporary Driving License (if necessary)
If you need to drive while waiting for your new license, you may request a temporary license (“dočasné osvědčení o řidičském průkazu”) at the municipal office, but this can typically only be done in person in the Czech Republic.
6. Driving Abroad without Your License
While waiting for your replacement driving license, you may face difficulties renting cars or driving abroad without a physical license.
7. Check with Your Travel Insurance
If you have travel insurance, check whether the loss of your driving license is covered. Your policy may include coverage for stolen or lost documents, which could help with replacement costs or other issues you face.
Following these steps will help you manage the loss of your Czech driving license while travelling in Malta.