Mandatory signsSlovakia
Traffic rules
Slovakia
Priority signs
Warning signs
Prohibitory signs
Mandatory signs
Information signs
Additional signsMandatory signs
A mandatory sign is a traffic sign that tells drivers what they must do. Instead of prohibiting actions, these signs impose obligations such as following a specific direction, using a particular lane, or keeping a minimum speed. Their purpose is to guide traffic safely and efficiently by ensuring that all road users follow the same required behaviour in places where it is necessary for order and safety.
How are compulsory instructions shown in Slovakia?
Regulatory signs also impose obligations. Read a required direction as an instruction, not route advice.
🔗 static.slov-lex.sk • Slovakia: Decree sections 2,7, signs 210-213; Act sections 4a,19
🔗 static.slov-lex.sk • Slovakia: Road Traffic Act 8/2009, effective 1 October 2026
What does a mandatory-direction sign require in Slovakia?
Where a compulsory-direction sign is installed in Slovakia, follow only the arrow direction or permitted combination of directions. The restriction applies at the location or movement it regulates; it is not an instruction to ignore other traffic controls.
🔗 static.slov-lex.sk • Slovakia: Decree sections 2,7, signs 210-213; Act sections 4a,19
🔗 static.slov-lex.sk • Slovakia: Road Traffic Act 8/2009, effective 1 October 2026
Does a mandatory-direction sign give me priority over pedestrians in Slovakia?
No. The arrow prescribes direction. When turning, allow a pedestrian who has entered the road you turn into to cross safely. Obey crossing controls and the separate duties towards cyclists and other road users.
🔗 static.slov-lex.sk • Slovakia: Decree sections 2,7, signs 210-213; Act sections 4a,19
🔗 static.slov-lex.sk • Slovakia: Road Traffic Act 8/2009, effective 1 October 2026
1. Mandatory roundabout direction
This traffic sign indicates the mandatory direction around a roundabout. Traffic must circulate in the direction shown by the arrows. The sign does not itself determine priority; follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local rules.
English • Traffic sign 213 • Roundabout. The sign identifies a roundabout and requires travel in the direction shown by the arrows. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 213 • Kruhový objazd. Značka označuje kruhový objazd a prikazuje smer jazdy v smere vyznačenom šípkami na značke. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 213 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
2. Turning left or right mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that turning left or right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic may turn either left or right but may not continue straight ahead.
English • Traffic sign 210 • Mandatory direction. The sign requires traffic to travel in the direction or directions shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 210 • Prikázaný smer jazdy. Značka prikazuje jazdu vo vyznačenom smere alebo vyznačených smeroch. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 210 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
3. Pass obstacle on the left
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the left. Keep to the left of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.
English • Traffic sign 212 • Mandatory passing direction. The sign requires traffic to pass in the direction shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 212 • Prikázaný smer obchádzania. Značka prikazuje obchádzanie vo vyznačenom smere. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 212 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
4. Pass obstacle on either side
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on either the left or the right. Use either permitted side while following the road layout and any accompanying signs or markings.
English • Traffic sign 212 • Mandatory passing direction. The sign requires traffic to pass in the direction shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 212 • Prikázaný smer obchádzania. Značka prikazuje obchádzanie vo vyznačenom smere. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 212 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
5. Pass obstacle on the right
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.
English • Traffic sign 212 • Mandatory passing direction. The sign requires traffic to pass in the direction shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 212 • Prikázaný smer obchádzania. Značka prikazuje obchádzanie vo vyznačenom smere. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 212 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
6. Driving straight ahead or turning left mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn left. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning right is prohibited.
English • Traffic sign 210 • Mandatory direction. The sign requires traffic to travel in the direction or directions shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 210 • Prikázaný smer jazdy. Značka prikazuje jazdu vo vyznačenom smere alebo vyznačených smeroch. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 210 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
7. Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn right. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning left is prohibited.
English • Traffic sign 210 • Mandatory direction. The sign requires traffic to travel in the direction or directions shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 210 • Prikázaný smer jazdy. Značka prikazuje jazdu vo vyznačenom smere alebo vyznačených smeroch. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 210 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
8. Mandatory left
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the left. Traffic must proceed to the left at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the right.
English • Traffic sign 211 • Mandatory turn. The sign requires traffic to turn in the direction shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 211 • Prikázaný smer odbočenia. Značka prikazuje odbočenie vo vyznačenom smere. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 211 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
9. Mandatory right
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the right. Traffic must proceed to the right at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the left.
English • Traffic sign 211 • Mandatory turn. The sign requires traffic to turn in the direction shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 211 • Prikázaný smer odbočenia. Značka prikazuje odbočenie vo vyznačenom smere. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 211 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
10. Driving straight ahead mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that driving straight ahead is mandatory. Traffic must continue straight ahead and may not turn left or right at the location to which the sign applies.
English • Traffic sign 210 • Mandatory direction. The sign requires traffic to travel in the direction or directions shown. Direction-of-travel signs do not apply to trams or trolleybuses.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 210 • Prikázaný smer jazdy. Značka prikazuje jazdu vo vyznačenom smere alebo vyznačených smeroch. Značky o smere jazdy neplatia pre električku a trolejbus.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 210 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Príloha č. 3 • II. 1 • spoločné ustanovenie
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
11. Turning around mandatory (U-turn)
This traffic sign indicates that a U-turn is mandatory. Traffic must turn around in the direction indicated at the location to which the sign applies.
Sources
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
12. Mandatory path for pedestrians
This traffic sign indicates the start of a mandatory path for pedestrians. Pedestrians must use the designated path, while other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
English • Traffic sign 220 • Pedestrian path. The sign identifies a route intended for pedestrians and requires pedestrians to use the path so marked.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 220 • Cestička pre chodcov. Značka označuje komunikáciu určenú pre chodcov a prikazuje chodcovi použiť takto označenú cestičku.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 220 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
13. Mandatory path for cyclists
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for cyclists. Cyclists must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
English • Traffic sign 221 • Cycle route. The sign identifies a cycle path or cycle lane and requires cyclists to use the path or lane so marked.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 221 • Cyklistická komunikácia. Značka označuje cestičku pre cyklistov alebo cyklistický pruh a prikazuje cyklistovi použiť takto označenú cestičku alebo pruh.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 221 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
14. Mandatory path for equestrians
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for equestrians. Equestrians must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
Sources
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
15. Mandatory path for skaters
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for skaters. The path is designated for skaters, such as users of inline skates or roller skates. Other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
Sources
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
16. Mandatory shared pedestrian and cycle path
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. Pedestrians and cyclists must use the same designated path rather than separate sections. They must share the space safely and follow the applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign 222 • Shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. The sign identifies a shared route intended for pedestrians and cyclists and requires them to use it.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 222 • Spoločná cestička pre chodcov a cyklistov. Značka označuje spoločnú komunikáciu určenú pre chodcov a cyklistov a prikazuje im ju použiť.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 222 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
17. Mandatory divided pedestrian and cycle path
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists. Pedestrians and cyclists must use the section designated for them. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
English • Traffic sign 223 • Segregated path for pedestrians and cyclists. The sign identifies a segregated route for pedestrians and cyclists and shows which lane is for pedestrians and which is for cyclists. It requires cyclists and pedestrians to use the part designated for them.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 223 • Oddelená cestička pre chodcov a cyklistov. Značka označuje oddelenú komunikáciu určenú pre chodcov a cyklistov a vyznačuje, ktorý pruh je určený pre chodcov a ktorý pruh je určený pre cyklistov; cyklistom a chodcom prikazuje použiť časť pre nich určenú.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 223 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
18. Snow chains mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that snow chains are mandatory. Vehicles covered by the sign must use snow chains from this point as required by the applicable rules. Follow any supplementary signs or local instructions specifying the affected vehicles, wheels or conditions.
English • Traffic sign 251 • Snow chains. The sign requires snow chains or other equivalent equipment to be used on at least the wheels of one driven axle.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 251 • Snehové reťaze. Značka prikazuje použiť pri jazde snehové reťaze alebo iné rovnocenné zariadenie minimálne na kolesách jednej hnacej nápravy.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 251 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
19. Dipped headlights mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that the use of dipped headlights is mandatory. Drivers must use dipped headlights from this point until the requirement ends or is replaced, while continuing to follow the general lighting rules.
Sources
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
20. Start of a minimum speed
This traffic sign indicates the start of a minimum speed. Road users covered by the sign must travel at or above the indicated speed when conditions allow. Driving more slowly may still be necessary because of traffic, weather, road conditions or another safety-related reason.
English • Traffic sign 250 • Minimum permitted speed. The sign requires travel at no less than the speed shown in kilometres per hour, except where a lower speed is necessary for traffic safety and flow. It also ends the effect of the preceding Minimum permitted speed sign.
Slovenčina • Dopravná značka 250 • Najnižšia dovolená rýchlosť. Značka prikazuje jazdiť rýchlosťou nie nižšou ako vyznačenou rýchlosťou v kilometroch za hodinu; to neplatí, ak je to potrebné z hľadiska bezpečnosti a plynulosti cestnej premávky. Značka zároveň ukončuje platnosť predchádzajúcej značky Najnižšia dovolená rýchlosť.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Static.slov-lex.sk • Vyhláška č. 30/2020 Z. z. • značka 250 • znenie účinné od 31. 3. 2024
SVG source: Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2010-08-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
