A vignette is a common payment method used on European motorways and represents the payment of transport tax. If you plan to use the toll road, you must purchase this sticker and stick it on your windshield immediately after crossing the border. The cost of European toll roads depends on the type of vehicle and the length of stay in the country. However, now in most countries where the system works, an electronic vignette has appeared.
In which countries do they use a vignette?
The vignette is used in nine European countries: Austria, Bulgaria, Hungary, Moldova, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Czech Republic and Switzerland.
Austria
Remember that when buying a vignette, you must specify the type of vignette (for a day, for a year, for 2 months, for 10 days) and be sure to use it when traveling on Austrian toll roads.
Where to buy a vignette in Austria:
You can buy an Austrian vignette (also known as a road tax) for a car at the following places:
- At the border :
- Most car borders in Austria have special places for purchasing a vignette.
- When crossing the border, you can purchase the necessary vignette directly at the customs post or at the counter of a special service.
- At gas stations :
- Many gas stations in Austria also sell vignettes.
- Pay attention to signs or signs indicating the presence of vignettes at gas stations.
- In Internet :
- The official ASFINAG website offers the option of purchasing vignettes online.
- After payment, you will receive a digital code or certificate that confirms the purchase of the vignette.
- In local outlets :
- Some shops, malls or outlets may also sell vignettes.
- Before you travel, check the list of places where you can buy vignettes in your area.
| 1-Day Vignette | 10-Day Vignette | 2-Month Vignette | Annual Vignette | |
| Car | EUR 8.60 | EUR 11.50 | EUR 28.90 | EUR 96.40 |
| Motorcycle | EUR 3.40 | EUR 4.60 | EUR 11.50 | EUR 38.50 |
Vignette prices in Austria 2024
Bulgaria
Remember that when buying a vignette, you must specify the type of vignette (for a year, for a week, for a month for 3 months, for a weekend) and be sure to use it when traveling on Bulgarian toll roads.
Where to buy a vignette in Bulgaria:
You can buy a Bulgarian vignette for your car at the following places:
- At the border :
- Most of the road borders in Bulgaria have special places for purchasing vignettes.
- When crossing the border, you can purchase the necessary vignette directly at the customs post or at the counter of a special service.
- At gas stations :
- Many gas stations in Bulgaria also sell vignettes.
- Pay attention to signs or signs indicating the presence of vignettes at gas stations.
- In Internet :
- The official website of the national road company in Bulgaria offers the possibility to purchase vignettes online https://www.bgtoll.bg/en/ .
- After payment, you will receive a digital code or certificate that confirms the purchase of the vignette.
- In local outlets :
- Some shops, malls or outlets may also sell vignettes.
- Before you travel, check the list of places where you can buy vignettes in your area.
| Weekly | Monthly | Quarterly | Yearly | Weekend |
| 13,00 | 27,00 | 48,00 | 87,00 | 9,00 |
Prices are in Bulgarian leva
Hungary
Hungary also has a system of using vignettes to pay road tolls on certain roads, including motorways and expressways. Here is some basic information about Hungarian vignettes:
- Types of vignettes in Hungary:
- Annual vignette :
- Valid for one year, starting January 1 and ending December 31.
- Suitable for regular users or those planning a longer stay in Hungary.
- 10-day vignette :
- Valid for 10 consecutive days from the start date selection.
- A convenient option for short trips or transit through Hungary.
- Monthly vignette :
- Valid for one month from the start date selection.
- An option for a temporary stay in the country for a long period of time.
| Vehicle category of electronic vignette | National | Regional | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly (10 days) | Monthly | Annual | Annual | |
| D1M* | 3200 forints | 5180 forints | 57,260 forints | 6660 forints |
| D1 | 6400 forints | 10,360 forints | 57,260 forints | 6660 forints |
| D2 | 9310 forints | 14,670 forints | 81,280 forints | 13,330 forints |
| B2** | 20,640 forints | 29,270 forints | – | – |
| IN | 6400 forints | 10,360 forints | 57,260 forints | 6660 forints |
as of January 1, 2024, the following tariffs for e-vignettes are in effect in Hungary
- What you need to know:
- After purchasing a vignette, you must specify the type (annual, 10-day, monthly) and use it correctly when traveling on Hungarian toll roads.
- Do not use the motorways without a valid vignette as this may result in fines or other negative consequences.
Where to buy a vignette in Hungary:
- At the border :
- Most customs and border offices in Hungary sell vignettes.
- When crossing the border, you should pay attention to signs or places where vignettes are sold.
- At gas stations :
- Many gas stations in Hungary also sell vignettes.
- Pay attention to signs or signs indicating the presence of vignettes at gas stations.
- In Internet :
- Official site for purchasing a Hungarian vignette https://toll-charge.hu/en/
- After payment, you will receive a digital code or certificate that confirms the purchase of the vignette.
Moldova
The cost of a vignette (EUR) in Moldova for 2024 for passenger cars and trailers: 7 days – 4 €; 15 days – €8; 30 days – €16; 90 days – €45; 180 days – 85 euros. The minimum period for which you can purchase a vignette for a car is 7 days.
Where to buy a vignette in Moldova:
You can buy online on the official website https://evinieta.gov.md/
Romania
| 1 day | 7 days | 10 days | 30 days | 60 days | 12 months | |
| Category A – passenger cars | 2.5 euros | – | 3.3 euros | 5.3 euros | 8.4 euros | 28 euros |
| Category B – trucks with a maximum gross weight from 0 to 3.5 tons. | 8.6 euros | – | 11.5 euros | 18.2 euros | 28.8 euros | 96 euros |
| Category C – trucks > 3.5 t MTMA ≤7.50 t | 4 euros | 16 euros | – | 32 euros | – | 320 euros |
| Category D – trucks < 7.5 t < 12.0 t MTMA | 7 euros | 28 euros | – | 56 euros | – | 560 euros |
| Category E – trucks with a maximum gross weight of more than 12 tons, up to 3 axles (including) | 9 euros | 36 euros | – | 72 euros | – | 720 euros |
| Category F – trucks with a maximum gross vehicle weight greater than or equal to 12 tons, at least four-axle (including) | 11 euros | 55 euros | – | 121 euros | – | 1210 euros |
| Category G – Passenger transportation of 9-23 seats, including the driver | 4 euros | 16 euros | – | 32 euros | – | 320 euros |
| Category H – Passenger transportation of more than 23 seats, including the driver | 7 euros | 28 euros | – | 56 euros | – | 560 euros |
Prices for a vignette in Romania 2024
The price of a vignette in Romania is determined depending on the type of vehicle (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H) and the validity period (1, 7, 30, 90 days or 12 months).
In order to correctly find out how much an electronic vignette (e-vignette) costs, please familiarize yourself with the above information in the table.
Where to buy a vignette in Romania:
The official site for buying a vignette in Romania https://www.roviniete.ro/
Slovakia
| 10 days | 30 days | 365 days |
| 12 euros | 17 euros | 60 euros |
Prices for a vignette in Slovakia 2024
The prices are indicated for a two-axle motor vehicle or road train with a gross weight of up to 3.5 tons and a two-axle motor vehicle of category M1, regardless of its maximum technically possible gross weight
- the annual freeway vignette in Slovakia is valid from January 1 of the relevant calendar year or from the date of its payment by the user of restricted sections of roads in the relevant calendar year until January 31 of the following calendar year,
- A 365-day freeway vignette is valid for 365 days, including the day specified by the user of restricted road sections,
- A 30-day freeway vignette is valid for 30 days, including the day specified by the user of restricted road sections,
- A 10-day freeway vignette is valid for 10 days, including the day specified by the user of restricted road sections.
Where to buy a vignette in Slovakia:
The official site for buying a vignette in Slovakia online https://eznamka.sk/en/
Slovenia
Slovenia also uses a system of road vignettes to pay tolls on motorways, especially motorways. Here’s a quick rundown on Slovenian vignettes:
- Types of vignettes:
- Annual vignette :
- Valid for one calendar year.
- Designed for regular users or those planning a long visit to Slovenia.
- Monthly vignette :
- Valid for one month from the moment of activation.
- An option for a short-term stay in the country.
- Weekly vignette :
- Valid for one week from the moment of activation.
- Suitable for short-term trips or transit through Slovenia.
Where to buy a vignette in Slovenia:
- At the border :
- You can buy a vignette at customs upon entering Slovenia.
- Selling points :
- Most gas stations, shops and customs offices sell vignettes.
- You can also buy a vignette at official points of sale on the freeways.
- In Internet :
- The Slovenian Road Administration provides the opportunity to purchase vignettes online.
Official site for buying vignettes in Slovenia https://evinjeta.dars.si/
| 1-WEEK | 1-MONTH | 1-YEAR | |
| 1-track motor vehicle Toll class | 8 € | 32 € | 58,70 € |
| Caravan and 2-track motor vehicle < 1,3 m Toll class | 16 € | 32 € | 117,50 € |
| 2-track motor vehicle ≥ 1,3 m Toll class | 32 € | 64,10 € | 235 € |
Prices for a vignette in Slovenia 2024
Czech Republic
| 1 year | 30 days | 10 days | 1 day | |
| Ordinary fuel | 2,300 CZK | 430 CZK | 270 CZK | 200 CZK |
| Biomethane | 1,150 CZK | 210 CZK | 130 CZK | 100 CZK |
| Natural gas CNG and LNG (does not apply to liquefied petroleum gas LPG) | 1,150 CZK | 210 CZK | 130 CZK | 100 CZK |
| Plug-in hybrid (CO₂ max. 50 g/km) | 570 CZK | 100 CZK | 60 CZK | 50 CZK |
| Electric car price This rate is automatically applied to cars registered in the Czech Republic. For cars registered abroad, it is necessary to submit an application for exemption from payment. | 0 CZK | 0 CZK | 0 CZK | 0 CZK |
Prices for a vignette in the Czech Republic 2024
Where to buy a vignette in the Czech Republic:
Official site for buying a vignette in the Czech Republic https://edalnice.cz/
Switzerland
Switzerland uses a system of road vignettes to pay tolls on motorways. Here is some basic information about Swiss vignettes:
- A one-time vignette for the Swiss Autobahn costs 40 francs.
- The 2024 sticker is valid from December 1, 2023 to January 31, 2025.
- There is no daily, weekly or monthly vignette.
- If you drive without a sticker, you will be fined (200 francs) and have to pay for the sticker (40 francs).
Where to buy a vignette in Switzerland:
You can buy a self-adhesive sticker for the freeway at gas stations, post offices or customs at the border. You can also purchase it online on the Swiss Post website , www.e-vignette.ch on the “Via” portal of the Federal Office for Customs and Border Protection (OFDF).
You can buy a Swiss motorway vignette at the sales points available in front of the border.