Story perspectives

Slovakia Targets Fuel Tourism with Higher Diesel Prices

3/20/2026

35 4

Summary

Story summary

Slovakia's government approved a resolution allowing service stations to charge higher diesel prices for foreign-registered vehicles to address "fuel tourism."
This decision follows increased diesel purchases near the Polish border, where prices are lower.
Prime Minister Robert Fico stated the need for competitive pricing against neighboring countries.
The resolution limits diesel sales to a full tank plus 10 liters for foreign cars.
In the UK, diesel prices rose nearly 19p per liter due to the Middle East conflict and fewer refineries.

1 of 1

Story summary

Slovakia's government approved a resolution allowing service stations to charge higher diesel prices for foreign-registered vehicles to address "fuel tourism."
This decision follows increased diesel purchases near the Polish border, where prices are lower.
Prime Minister Robert Fico stated the need for competitive pricing against neighboring countries.
The resolution limits diesel sales to a full tank plus 10 liters for foreign cars.
In the UK, diesel prices rose nearly 19p per liter due to the Middle East conflict and fewer refineries.