‘Rs 1.5 lakh challan after a year?’ Indian tourist left shocked as Switzerland trip turns costly months later
Social Media Post Asks for Help
The woman, identified as Poan Sapdi, used X (formerly Twitter) to share her experience and seek guidance from others who may have faced similar situations.
“Is there anyone here who received a traffic violation ticket from Switzerland months after returning from vacation?” he wrote. “Almost a year after our trip, we received a challan of almost Rs 1 lakh. We are trying to understand if there is any way to appeal, reduce or waive it.”
Application to Receive Advice from the Online Community
In a follow-up post, he urged users to share their experiences or suggestions on how to deal with such penalties.
“I’d love to hear from anyone who has been in a similar situation or knows the process. Any help would be greatly appreciated,” he added.
Mixed Reactions from Users
His post sparked reactions from social media users; some shared their own experiences with traffic tickets abroad.
“I bought one for 10 lakhs after a trip from Germany. Paid. But 1 lakh is crazy,” another user wrote.
Warning About Swiss Traffic Fines
Other users pointed out the strict nature of traffic rules in Switzerland and the high penalties for violations.
“Traffic fines in Switzerland are huge. Pay them, otherwise they’ll keep accumulating interest. You can also ask for a payment plan, maybe pay over time, little by little. I’m not sure if you’ll come back.”
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