Car Winter Tire Laws by Country 2026: Complete Legal Guide [195 Countries]

⚠️ Critical for EU Travelers: As of October 2024, M+S only tires are no longer legal in Germany, Austria, and other countries. You MUST have tires with the Alpine Symbol (3PMSF) — a snowflake inside a mountain. Tires with <4mm tread are considered summer tires in many countries regardless of marking.

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ac_unit The Alpine Symbol (3PMSF)

Look for the snowflake inside a 3-peak mountain on your tires. In Germany, France, and Sweden, tires marked only "M+S" are no longer legally sufficient for winter compliance. You need the 3PMSF symbol.

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While the legal minimum is often 1.6mm, countries like Austria and Czech Republic consider winter tires with tread below 4mm to be summer tires. You'll be fined as if you have no winter tires at all.

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Even where winter tires aren't mandatory (e.g., Switzerland, Poland, UK), if you crash on summer tires in snow, insurance companies can deny coverage for gross negligence.

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flag Country	verified_user Status	date_range Period	straighten Min Tread	payments Fine
public Europe 50 countries ❄️ 16 ⚠️ 18 📍 7 ✅ 9
🇦🇱 Albania AL	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description No general winter tire law. Chains must be carried for the drive axle and used if signs/conditions dictate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇦🇩 Andorra AD	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 1 → May 15	4.0mm	€180	expand_more
payments Fine Range €180 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description Mandatory from Nov 1 to May 15. You must have winter tires OR chains on board. Police checks are frequent at the border. Fines start at €180. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇦🇲 Armenia AM	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Mar 31	4.0mm	€20	expand_more
payments Fine Range €20 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ❌ No description Mandatory from Nov 15 to Mar 31. Applies to all passenger cars. Tires > 10 years old are often rejected during inspection. Min tread 4mm. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇦🇹 Austria AT	⚠️ Situational	Nov 1 → Apr 15	4.0mm	€35 - €5000	expand_more
payments Fine Range €35 - €5000 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes date_range Studded Period Oct 1 → May 31 link Chains Alternative — description Situational: Nov 1 - Apr 15. DANGEROUS TRAP: Winter tires with < 4mm tread are legally considered SUMMER tires. If caught in snow with < 4mm, you are fined as if you had no winter tires. Chains allowed on summer tires if road is fully covered. warning Insurance may deny claims if you crash on summer tires in winter conditions update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇦🇿 Azerbaijan AZ	⚠️ Situational	Nov 15 → Mar 15	4.0mm	€20	expand_more
payments Fine Range €20 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Situational: Nov 15 - Mar 15. No strict national ban on summer tires for cars, BUT police will turn you back at mountain checkpoints (e.g., Shahdag, Gabala) if you lack winter tires or chains. Fines apply for blocking roads. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇾 Belarus BY	❄️ Mandatory	Dec 1 → Mar 1	4.0mm	€20	expand_more
payments Fine Range €20 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Dec 1 - Mar 1. Min tread 4mm. Strictly enforced at borders. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇪 Belgium BE	⚠️ Situational	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description General: Not mandatory. EXCEPTION: In the Ardennes (highlands), winter tires or chains are MANDATORY if roads are snowy/icy. Police enforce this strictly in ski areas. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇦 Bosnia & Herzegovina BA	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Apr 15	4.0mm	€20	expand_more
payments Fine Range €20 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Dates: Nov 15 - Apr 15. Min tread 4mm. You must also have chains in the trunk. Police target foreign plates for these checks. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇬 Bulgaria BG	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Mar 1	4.0mm	€25	expand_more
payments Fine Range €25 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory to have tires suitable for winter conditions with min 4mm tread. Chains must be carried if indicated by signs. Studded tires PROHIBITED. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇭🇷 Croatia HR	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Apr 15	4.0mm	€130	expand_more
payments Fine Range €130 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory on major winter sections regardless of weather. Option A: 4 Winter tires (M+S). Option B: Summer tires (min 4mm tread) + Chains in trunk ready to install. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇾 Cyprus CY	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description Generally no winter law. EXCEPTION: Troodos Mountains. Police often mandate snow chains or 4x4 vehicles during snowstorms. Fines apply if you block the road. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇿 Czechia CZ	⚠️ Situational	Nov 1 → Mar 31	4.0mm	€80	expand_more
payments Fine Range €80 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory if snow/ice is on road OR expected. Sign "Zimni Vybava" makes it mandatory regardless of weather. 4mm tread depth strict minimum. Studded tires BANNED. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇩🇰 Denmark DK	✅ No Law	—	3.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes date_range Studded Period Nov 1 → Apr 15 link Chains Alternative — description No mandatory winter tire law. Studded tires allowed Nov 1 - Apr 15. Winter tires recommended but not required. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇪🇪 Estonia EE	❄️ Mandatory	Dec 1 → Mar 1	3.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes date_range Studded Period Oct 15 → Mar 31 link Chains Alternative — description Strict mandatory period. 3mm minimum tread. Can be extended to Oct/April depending on weather. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇫🇮 Finland FI	⚠️ Situational	Nov 1 → Mar 31	3.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes date_range Studded Period Nov 1 → Mar 31 link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory if weather or road conditions require it. 3mm minimum depth. Studded tires highly popular and recommended for Lapland. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇫🇷 France FR	📍 Regional	Nov 1 → Mar 31	3.5mm	€135	expand_more
payments Fine Range €135 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.5mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description Loi Montagne II: Mandatory Nov 1 - Mar 31 in 34 mountain departments (Alps, Pyrenees, Massif Central, Jura, Vosges). Signs "Zone Montagne" indicate entry. Fine: €135. You need 4 winter tires OR chains/socks in trunk. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇪 Georgia GE	📍 Regional	Dec 1 → Mar 1	4.0mm	€35	expand_more
payments Fine Range €35 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Dec 1 - Mar 1 in specific zones (mountain roads). Fines approx 100 GEL. Tires must not be older than 10 years. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇩🇪 Germany DE	⚠️ Situational	—	1.6mm	€60 - €120	expand_more
payments Fine Range €60 - €120 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Situational: Mandatory during ice, snow, slush. STRICT: As of Oct 2024, "M+S" only tires are BANNED. You MUST have the Alpine symbol (3PMSF). Fines doubled if blocking traffic. warning Insurance may deny claims if you crash on summer tires in winter conditions update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇷 Greece GR	⚠️ Situational	Oct 15 → Mar 15	3.0mm	€80	expand_more
payments Fine Range €80 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description Mandatory to carry chains OR have winter tires fitted from Oct 15 to Mar 15 IF weather requires. Penalties apply if you get stuck and block traffic without equipment. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇭🇺 Hungary HU	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Not mandatory generally. However, sign "Snow Chains Mandatory" is strictly enforced at borders during storms. If you don't have chains in the trunk, entry may be refused. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇸 Iceland IS	⚠️ Situational	Nov 1 → Apr 14	3.0mm	€150	expand_more
payments Fine Range €150 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes date_range Studded Period Nov 1 → Apr 14 link Chains Alternative — description Not strictly mandatory by date, BUT tires must be "appropriate". Min tread 3mm mandatory Nov 1 - Apr 14. Studs allowed. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇪 Ireland IE	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ❌ No description No legal requirement. However, insurance may deem driving on summer tires in snow as "contributory negligence". update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇹 Italy IT	📍 Regional	Nov 15 → Apr 15	1.6mm	€41 - €335	expand_more
payments Fine Range €41 - €335 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No date_range Studded Period Nov 15 → Mar 15 link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory on many highways and regional roads (Valle d'Aosta is strict). Alternatively, chains must be on board. Summer tires allowed if chains are carried, except in specific high-altitude zones. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇽🇰 Kosovo XK	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Mar 15	4.0mm	€40	expand_more
payments Fine Range €40 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Strictly Mandatory Nov 15 - Mar 15. You must have winter tires (M+S) OR summer tires (min 4mm) + chains on drive wheels. Police frequently check foreign cars. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇻 Latvia LV	❄️ Mandatory	Dec 1 → Mar 1	4.0mm	€30	expand_more
payments Fine Range €30 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description Strictly Mandatory. Min tread 4mm. Studded tires allowed Oct-Apr. 3PMSF highly recommended. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein LI	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description Follows Swiss rules: Not strictly mandatory by date, but liability is severe if you block traffic. Chains mandatory on mountain roads when signed. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇹 Lithuania LT	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 10 → Apr 1	3.0mm	€30 - €40	expand_more
payments Fine Range €30 - €40 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description Strictly Mandatory. Dates: Nov 10 - Apr 1. Min tread 3mm. Studded tires allowed. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇺 Luxembourg LU	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	€74	expand_more
payments Fine Range €74 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Situational: Mandatory in case of snow, slush, or ice. All 4 wheels must be fitted. 3PMSF recommended. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇲🇹 Malta MT	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative ❌ No description No winter tire requirement. Mediterranean climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇩 Moldova MD	⚠️ Situational	Nov 1 → Mar 31	4.0mm	€50	expand_more
payments Fine Range €50 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ❌ No description Mandatory when road conditions (snow, ice, black ice) require it. Transition period starts Nov 1. Winter tires M+S mandatory. Chains allowed on ice/snow. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇨 Monaco MC	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative ❌ No description No winter tire requirement. Follow French rules if traveling to mountain areas. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇪 Montenegro ME	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Apr 1	4.0mm	€60	expand_more
payments Fine Range €60 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Dates: Nov 15 - Apr 1. Min tread 4mm. Signs often indicate mandatory chain usage on mountain passes. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇱 Netherlands NL	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire law. Studded tires are PROHIBITED (damage to pavement). update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇰 North Macedonia MK	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Mar 15	4.0mm	€45	expand_more
payments Fine Range €45 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Dates: Nov 15 - Mar 15. Min tread 4mm. Chains required in trunk. Studded tires PROHIBITED. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇴 Norway NO	⚠️ Situational	—	3.0mm	€100	expand_more
payments Fine Range €100 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes date_range Studded Period Nov 1 → Apr 15 link Chains Alternative — description Legal requirement is "sufficient grip". If you block traffic without winter tires/chains, police will fine you or seize your license. 3mm min tread for winter tires. Studs allowed (fees apply in Oslo/Trondheim). update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇵🇱 Poland PL	✅ No Law	—	4.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description No legal mandate, BUT highly recommended. Insurance companies often refuse payout for "gross negligence" if crashing on summer tires in snow. Studded tires strictly PROHIBITED. warning Insurance may deny claims if you crash on summer tires in winter conditions update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇹 Portugal PT	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description General: Not mandatory. EXCEPTION: Serra da Estrela (highest mountain). Police will deny entry to summit roads without chains/winter tires during snow. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇷🇴 Romania RO	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	€180 - €600	expand_more
payments Fine Range €180 - €600 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Situational: Mandatory on ALL wheels if road is covered with snow, ice, or black ice. "All-Season" allowed if M+S marked. Chains recommended for mountains. Police can retain registration certificate if caught. warning Insurance may deny claims if you crash on summer tires in winter conditions update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇷🇺 Russia RU	❄️ Mandatory	Dec 1 → Feb 28	4.0mm	€50	expand_more
payments Fine Range €50 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Dec-Feb. 3PMSF required. Min tread 4mm. Regional governments can extend dates (e.g., Siberia). update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇲 San Marino SM	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Apr 15	1.6mm	€80	expand_more
payments Fine Range €80 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description Follows Italian law. Mandatory to have winter tires or chains on board from Nov 15 to Apr 15. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇷🇸 Serbia RS	⚠️ Situational	Nov 1 → Apr 1	4.0mm	€25 - €170	expand_more
payments Fine Range €25 - €170 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Nov 1 - Apr 1 IF snow/ice is on the road. Tread depth min 4mm. Snow chains mandatory in trunk outside cities. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇰 Slovakia SK	⚠️ Situational	Nov 15 → Mar 31	3.0mm	€60 - €100	expand_more
payments Fine Range €60 - €100 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory if road is covered in snow/ice. Trucks >3.5t MUST have winter tires Nov 15-Mar 31 regardless of weather. Min tread 3mm. Studded tires BANNED. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇮 Slovenia SI	❄️ Mandatory	Nov 15 → Mar 15	3.0mm	€40 - €500	expand_more
payments Fine Range €40 - €500 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative ✅ Yes description Strict mandatory period. Must have winter tires (3mm min) OR summer tires + chains in trunk (chains must be used if snow on road). update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇪🇸 Spain ES	📍 Regional	—	3.0mm	€200	expand_more
payments Fine Range €200 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Regional/Sign-based. "Red Level" = Chains or Winter Tires mandatory, max 30km/h. "Black Level" = Road closed. 3PMSF tires exempt you from fitting chains. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇪 Sweden SE	❄️ Mandatory	Dec 1 → Mar 31	3.0mm	€110	expand_more
payments Fine Range €110 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 3.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes date_range Studded Period Oct 1 → Apr 15 link Chains Alternative — description MANDATORY if winter conditions exist during this period. Minimum tread 3mm. 3PMSF symbol required. Chains are not a legal substitute for winter tires. warning Insurance may deny claims if you crash on summer tires in winter conditions update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇨🇭 Switzerland CH	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description Not strictly mandatory by law, but if you block traffic or crash without winter gear, you face gross negligence charges. Fines are heavy and insurance may refuse payment. 4mm tread recommended. warning Insurance may deny claims if you crash on summer tires in winter conditions update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇹🇷 Turkey TR	📍 Regional	Dec 1 → Apr 1	4.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory for commercial vehicles nationwide. Local governors (e.g., Istanbul, Ankara) often extend this to ALL passenger cars. Fines approx 2500 TRY. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇺🇦 Ukraine UA	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	€10	expand_more
payments Fine Range €10 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description No fixed dates, but using summer tires in snow/ice is a violation of "safe driving" rules. Liability issues in accidents. 4mm recommended. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇧 United Kingdom GB	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description No legal winter tire requirement. However, if you crash in snow on summer tires, insurance may deem it "negligence". update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇻🇦 Vatican City VA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative ❌ No description Follow Italian regulations. Minimal public roads. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
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🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda AG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate
🇦🇷 Argentina AR	📍 Regional	Jun 1 → Sep 30	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory in Patagonia (Ushuaia, Bariloche) and Andes crossings. "Cadena Liquida" (spray) is NOT considered legal compliance. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇿 Belize BZ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇴 Bolivia BO	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Chains recommended for high altitude passes. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇷 Brazil BR	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical/subtropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇦 Canada (Quebec) CA	❄️ Mandatory	Dec 1 → Mar 15	1.6mm	€135 - €200	expand_more
payments Fine Range €135 - €200 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description STRICT: Applies to all registered vehicles. 3PMSF (Mountain Snowflake) is mandatory. M+S only is NOT sufficient. Fines are $200-$300 CAD. Police roadblocks common. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇨🇱 Chile CL	📍 Regional	Jun 1 → Sep 30	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory on international mountain crossings (e.g., Los Libertadores). Carabineros (police) check for chains before letting you ascend. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇴 Colombia CO	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇷 Costa Rica CR	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇺 Cuba CU	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇩🇲 Dominica DM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic DO	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇪🇨 Ecuador EC	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇻 El Salvador SV	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇩 Grenada GD	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate
🇬🇹 Guatemala GT	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇾 Guyana GY	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇭🇹 Haiti HT	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇭🇳 Honduras HN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇯🇲 Jamaica JM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇽 Mexico MX	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Chains may be needed in high mountain areas during rare snow events. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇮 Nicaragua NI	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇦 Panama PA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇾 Paraguay PY	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇪 Peru PE	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No general winter tire law. Chains may be required on high Andean passes. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis KN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate
🇱🇨 Saint Lucia LC	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent & Grenadines VC	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate
🇸🇷 Suriname SR	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago TT	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇺🇾 Uruguay UY	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇺🇸 USA US	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No federal law. Colorado "Traction Law" active during storms (AWD or snow tires required). California chains control (R1, R2, R3 levels) in Sierras. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇻🇪 Venezuela VE	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
public Asia 28 countries ❄️ 1 ⚠️ 4 📍 7 ✅ 16
🇦🇫 Afghanistan AF	⚠️ Situational	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Mountain passes require winter equipment. Security situation is primary concern. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇩 Bangladesh BD	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇹 Bhutan BT	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Chains may be required on high passes during winter months. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇳 Brunei BN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇭 Cambodia KH	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇳 China CN	📍 Regional	Nov 1 → Mar 31	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Northern Provinces (Heilongjiang, Xinjiang, etc.): Winter tires mandatory. Beijing/surroundings: Situational. Southern China: No laws. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇭🇰 Hong Kong HK	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Subtropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇳 India IN	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No general requirement. Chains/winter tires needed in Himalayan regions (Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand) during winter. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇩 Indonesia ID	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇯🇵 Japan JP	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Prefectures (Hokkaido, Niigata, etc.) have local laws. On Expressways, if "Winter Tire Regulation" is active, you must have snow tires or chains. Rental cars in north come equipped. update Last Updated: Oct 1, 2025
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan KZ	❄️ Mandatory	Dec 1 → Feb 28	4.0mm	€30	expand_more
payments Fine Range €30 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ✅ Yes push_pin Studded Allowed ✅ Yes link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory Dec-Feb. Winter tires (M+S or 3PMSF) required on all wheels. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan KG	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Mountain Passes (e.g., Too-Ashuu, Ala-Bel) have police checkpoints. If you do not have winter tires/chains, you are PHYSICALLY DENIED ENTRY and forced to turn back. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇦 Laos LA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇾 Malaysia MY	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇳 Mongolia MN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No specific winter tire dates, BUT "Symmetric Fitting" is mandatory year-round. All 4 tires must match in type and tread pattern. Spares are essential. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇲 Myanmar MM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇵 Nepal NP	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No general law. Chains required on high mountain passes during winter. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇰 Pakistan PK	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No general requirement. Chains needed in northern mountain areas (Gilgit-Baltistan, KPK) during winter. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇭 Philippines PH	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇬 Singapore SG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇷 South Korea KR	⚠️ Situational	Nov 15 → Mar 15	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No blanket national law, but mandatory in Gangwon-do (ski region) and on highways during heavy snow. Insurance can deny claims if on summer tires. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka LK	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇼 Taiwan TW	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Chains required on mountain roads (e.g., Hehuanshan) when snow warning is active. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇯 Tajikistan TJ	⚠️ Situational	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Winter tires recommended on mountain passes. Police checkpoints may deny entry without proper equipment. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇭 Thailand TH	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇲 Turkmenistan TM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No specific winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan UZ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No specific winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇻🇳 Vietnam VN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
public Africa 54 countries 📍 3 ✅ 51
🇩🇿 Algeria DZ	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Chains/winter equipment may be required in northern mountain regions during winter. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇦🇴 Angola AO	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇯 Benin BJ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇼 Botswana BW	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso BF	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇧🇮 Burundi BI	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇲 Cameroon CM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇻 Cape Verde CV	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Island nation. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇫 Central African Republic CF	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇩 Chad TD	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇲 Comoros KM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical island. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇬 Congo CG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇩🇯 Djibouti DJ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇩 DR Congo CD	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇪🇬 Egypt EG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea GQ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇪🇷 Eritrea ER	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇿 Eswatini SZ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇪🇹 Ethiopia ET	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇦 Gabon GA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇲 Gambia GM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇭 Ghana GH	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇳 Guinea GN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau GW	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast CI	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇪 Kenya KE	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇸 Lesotho LS	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Chains may be required on mountain passes during winter (Jun-Aug). High altitude country. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇷 Liberia LR	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇾 Libya LY	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇬 Madagascar MG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇼 Malawi MW	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇱 Mali ML	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇷 Mauritania MR	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇺 Mauritius MU	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇦 Morocco MA	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Chains required on Atlas Mountain passes during winter (Nov-Mar). Police checkpoints enforce this. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇲🇿 Mozambique MZ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇦 Namibia NA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇪 Niger NE	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇬 Nigeria NG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇷🇼 Rwanda RW	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe ST	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical island. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇳 Senegal SN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇨 Seychelles SC	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone SL	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇴 Somalia SO	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇿🇦 South Africa ZA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No general winter tire law. Chains may be needed on mountain passes (e.g., Sani Pass) during rare snow events. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇸 South Sudan SS	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇩 Sudan SD	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇿 Tanzania TZ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇬 Togo TG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇳 Tunisia TN	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇺🇬 Uganda UG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇿🇲 Zambia ZM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe ZW	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
public Oceania 15 countries ⚠️ 1 📍 1 ✅ 13
🇦🇺 Australia AU	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	€200	expand_more
payments Fine Range €200 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Mandatory ONLY in Alpine Resorts (Jun-Oct). 2WD vehicles MUST carry chains. AWD/4WD recommended. Heavy fines in National Parks. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇫🇯 Fiji FJ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇮 Kiribati KI	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate - No Winter Laws
🇲🇭 Marshall Islands MH	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate - No Winter Laws
🇫🇲 Micronesia FM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate - No Winter Laws
🇳🇷 Nauru NR	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate - No Winter Laws
🇳🇨 New Caledonia NC	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. French territory with mild climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇳🇿 New Zealand NZ	⚠️ Situational	—	4.0mm	€100	expand_more
payments Fine Range €100 straighten Min Tread (Winter) 4.0mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❌ No link Chains Alternative — description Situational: If winter tires are fitted, they must have 4mm tread. Chains frequently mandatory on mountain passes (e.g., Lindis, Milford) when lights flash. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇼 Palau PW	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate - No Winter Laws
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea PG	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇼🇸 Samoa WS	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇧 Solomon Islands SB	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇴 Tonga TO	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇹🇻 Tuvalu TV	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Tropical Climate - No Winter Laws
🇻🇺 Vanuatu VU	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Tropical climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
public Middle East 14 countries 📍 3 ✅ 11
🇧🇭 Bahrain BH	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Desert climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇷 Iran IR	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Winter tires/chains mandatory on mountain roads (Tehran-North routes, Alborz mountains). Police checkpoints enforce during winter. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇶 Iraq IQ	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No specific winter tire requirement. Northern Kurdistan region may have snow. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇮🇱 Israel IL	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No general law. Chains required for Mount Hermon access during snow. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇯🇴 Jordan JO	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No general requirement. Chains may be needed rarely in highland areas. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇰🇼 Kuwait KW	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Desert climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇱🇧 Lebanon LB	📍 Regional	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description Chains/winter tires required for mountain roads (Cedar Mountains, ski areas) during winter. Police enforce at checkpoints. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇴🇲 Oman OM	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Desert climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇵🇸 Palestine PS	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No specific winter tire requirement. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇶🇦 Qatar QA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Desert climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia SA	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Desert climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇸🇾 Syria SY	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No specific regulation. Security situation is primary concern. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates AE	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Desert climate. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026
🇾🇪 Yemen YE	✅ No Law	—	1.6mm	—	expand_more
payments Fine Range — straighten Min Tread (Winter) 1.6mm ac_unit 3PMSF Required ❌ No push_pin Studded Allowed ❓ Unknown link Chains Alternative — description No winter tire requirement. Security situation is primary concern. update Last Updated: Jan 24, 2026

help_outline Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries require winter tires by law?

As of 2026, 18 countries have mandatory winter tire laws with specific date periods, including Germany (Oct 1 - Mar 31), Austria (Nov 1 - Apr 15), and most Nordic countries. 23 countries require them in winter conditions regardless of date.

What is the 3PMSF Alpine Symbol and why does it matter?

The 3PMSF (Three Peak Mountain Snowflake) is a tire certification showing the tire meets winter performance standards. Since October 2024, tires marked only 'M+S' (Mud+Snow) are no longer legally sufficient in Germany, Austria, and several other EU countries. You must have tires with the Alpine Symbol (snowflake inside a three-peak mountain).

What are the fines for not having winter tires?

Fines vary significantly by country. Austria: €35-5,000, Germany: €60-120 (€80 if causing obstruction), Finland: €50-100, France: €135, Switzerland: CHF 100. If you cause an accident without proper tires, fines can increase dramatically and insurance may deny your claim.

What is the minimum tread depth for winter tires?

While many countries set the legal minimum at 1.6mm, several countries including Austria and Czech Republic consider winter tires with less than 4mm tread to be summer tires for legal purposes. This means you could be fined even with 'winter tires' if the tread is below 4mm.

Are studded tires allowed in Europe?

Studded tire rules vary by country. They are allowed in Nordic countries (Norway, Sweden, Finland) during winter months, banned in Germany and Poland, and allowed with restrictions in Austria, Switzerland, and France. Always check the specific country rules and permitted date ranges.

info About This Database

This comprehensive database covers passenger car (Category B) winter tire regulations, mandatory periods, fines, and requirements for 195 countries worldwide. Data is compiled from official government sources, transportation authorities, and legal databases. We update this information regularly to reflect the latest changes.

Note: Regulations for motorcycles, trucks (HGV/LKW), and commercial vehicles may differ. Always check specific requirements for your vehicle category.

Disclaimer: While we strive for accuracy, laws change frequently. Always verify current regulations with local authorities before traveling. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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