What is the price of the Austrian vignette in 2024-2025?

Need a vignette for your trip to Austria? Prices vary according to validity period and vehicle type (car or motorcycle).

Vignette rates

Here are the rates in effect for 2024-2025:

Good to know: Vignette prices increase slightly each year, based on inflation and road and highway maintenance costs.

Why is an e-vignette mandatory in Austria?

All vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes must pay a vignette to travel on highways and certain tolls in Austria since January 1, 1997. Managed by ASFINAG, this fee finances the maintenance of the road network and concerns both major axes connecting cities and tourist routes. Heavy vehicles (+3.5 tonnes) must use the GO-Box system.

Highways requiring a vignette

If you plan to drive in Austria, the main highways are all subject to the vignette requirement (A1 to A26). They cross the country from West to East and allow connection between major cities as well as tourist areas. For example:

• A1 West (Vienna – Salzburg)
• A2 South (Vienna – Villach)
• A9 Pyhrn (Wels – Graz, via Upper Austria)
• A10 Tauern (Salzburg – Villach)
• A11 Karawanken (Villach – Slovenia)
• A12 Inn (Kufstein – Innsbruck)
• A13 Brenner (Innsbruck – Brenner Pass, Italy)
• S16 Arlberg (Bludenz – Landeck, via Arlberg)

Roads exempt from digital vignette

Certain highway sections have been exempted from the vignette requirement to facilitate traffic, particularly near German borders and in urban areas. Here are the free sections:

• A1 (Walserberg – Salzburg-North)
• A12 (Kiefersfelden – Kufstein-South)
• A14 (Hörbranz – Hohenems)
• A26 (Linz Westring, under construction)

Some sections require additional toll

In addition to the e-vignette, certain sections of alpine roads and tunnels require additional payment, due to their high maintenance costs. Before hitting the road, remember to check applicable rates to avoid unpleasant surprises:

• Bosruck and Gleinalm Tunnel (A9)
• Tauern and Katschberg Tunnel (A10)
• Karawanken Tunnel (A11)
• Brenner Highway (A13)
• Arlberg Tunnel (S16)

Which vignette to choose?

Traveling in Austria involves complying with toll obligations. Choosing the vignette adapted to your journey and duration of stay is therefore essential for any motorized vehicle (car, caravan, two-wheeler, etc.). Discover the different options available.

Types of vignettes available

There are several types of Austrian vignettes, which vary according to the validity period of the vignette:

• 1-day vignette : valid for a single working day. If you buy the vignette on March 17 at 12:01 PM to drive the same day, it will only be valid until 11:59 PM.
• 10-day vignette (first day of validity + 9 additional days) : ideal for short stays or holidays.
• 2-month vignette : suitable for regular travelers over an extended period. By purchasing your pass on May 12, it will end on July 12 inclusive.
• Annual vignette : valid for 14 months from December 1 of the previous year to January 31 of the following year. No extension possible.

The difference between vignette and GO-BOX

Heavy vehicles (+3500 kg), including trucks, buses and certain motorhomes, are not concerned by the vignette but must use the GO-BOX system. Unlike the vignette, which is a prepaid package, the GO-BOX works with electronic toll based on distance traveled (calculated with GPS tracker). The device, to be fixed inside the vehicle, automatically records each passage and calculates the rate based on kilometers traveled, vehicle type and CO₂ emission level.

📌 Note: The GO-BOX must be preloaded or associated with a payment method, and controls are frequent on Austrian highway sections.

Where and how to buy your Austria vignette?

Two solutions are available to you: the electronic vignette, faster and more practical, or the sticker vignette, available at certain physical sales points. Here's everything you need to know to buy the vignette that suits your needs.

Buying from an online store: the fastest solution

Opting for an electronic vignette avoids waiting at gas stations and allows immediate circulation after purchase. Available on eVignette and Asfinag, it is directly linked to your license plate, thus eliminating the risk of loss or deterioration of a windshield sticker due to weather conditions.

Online purchase is simple and secure:

1. 1️⃣ Select the desired validity period (1 day, 10 days, 2 months or annual).
2. 2️⃣ Enter your license plate number.
3. 3️⃣ Pay for your purchase via credit card or other secure payment methods (Paypal).
4. 4️⃣ Receive confirmation by email and hit the road without waiting.

Did you know? Trailers do not need a vignette to travel in Austria. Only the towing vehicle must have one.

Buy a vignette at a gas station or tobacco shop

For those who prefer a physical vignette, it is possible to buy it at several sales points:

• Gas stations near borders and on major routes.
• Tobacco shops and authorized businesses in Austria.
• ASFINAG sales points, the official operator of the Austrian highway network
• ADAC and ÖAMTC

However, this method has some disadvantages:

Warning: In high season, queues at gas stations can be long. Better to buy your vignette before departure to avoid inconvenience.

Where to place the vignette on your vehicle?

Here's how to place your sticker once you have the vignette.

• Cars and motorhomes : Stick the vignette on the inside of the windshield, on the left side or behind the interior rearview mirror.
• Motorcycles : Fix it on a visible and non-removable part of the vehicle (e.g. front fork, tank).

Do not stick it on a tinted area of the windshield, as this could make it unreadable during automatic checks.

Comparison with neighboring countries

Regulations and rates vary according to neighboring countries:

• 🇨🇭 Switzerland : Single mandatory annual vignette (40 CHF ~ 41 €) for all vehicles, with no short-term option.
• 🇸🇮 Slovenia : System similar to Austria with 7-day, 1-month or 1-year vignettes (from 16 € for 7 days).
• 🇩🇪 Germany : No vignette for passenger cars, but specific toll is in place for heavy vehicles via the Toll Collect system.

Tip: If you cross several countries, find out in advance about local regulations to avoid fines and save time at checkpoints.

Validity and controls: Don't risk a fine!

Driving without a vignette in Austria means risking an immediate fine of minimum 120 € for cars and caravans as well as 65€ for motorcycles. Without exception, controls are frequent and automated to ensure each vehicle is in order. Before hitting the road, it is essential to verify the validity of your vignette, whether electronic or paper.

Where and how is the vignette verified in Austria?

Austrian authorities use a rigorous control system combining automatic surveillance and field verification:

• Fixed cameras : installed at highway and expressway entrances and exits, they scan license plates.
• ASFINAG patrols : teams perform random checks, including at rest areas and border posts.
• Mobile control posts : vehicles equipped with cameras circulate to detect offenders in real time.

Note that fines can be doubled in case of vignette manipulation (if you manually change the validity date for example) and reach 3,000 € in case of non-payment.

Which vehicles are exempt from a digital vignette?

Currently, all vehicles registered in Ukraine are exempt from vignette and road toll in Austria. This exemption also applies to any driver – regardless of nationality – transporting refugees on behalf of a humanitarian organization. This concerns passenger cars as well as trucks and buses. Before traveling, it is mandatory to fill out an exemption request form. This is available on the ASFINAG website.

Several other categories of vehicles may benefit from a vignette exemption:

• People with disabilities with a disability card mentioning the impossibility of using public transport. You can then obtain a free digital vignette from ASFINAG, provided that the vehicle is registered in your name and you meet the eligibility criteria. This exemption does not apply to foreign vehicles.
• Military vehicles, according to § 2 Z38 of KFG 1967.
• Vehicles equipped with flashing lights, in accordance with § 20 (paragraph 1, letter d, and paragraph 5) of KFG 1967. The latter must be clearly visible on the vehicle.
• Public service vehicles, such as public security, tax administration, or justice guard.
• Vehicles participating in peacekeeping missions of international organizations (UN, SFOR, IFOR), according to § 1, paragraph 7, Z1 of BGBL n° 677/1977.

Can you travel without a vignette on certain roads?

Yes, but only on some secondary roads and certain exempted highway sections. Among them:

• A1 (between Walserberg and Salzburg-North)
• A12 (from Kiefersfelden to Kufstein-South)
• A14 (from Hörbranz border post to Hohenems)

These exemptions mainly aim to facilitate traffic around border areas. However, as soon as you take a toll road, the vignette becomes mandatory again.

Our advice for traveling serenely in Austria

Preparing your trip to Austria means anticipating road regulations to avoid fines and unpleasant surprises. From mandatory winter equipment to specific tolls on certain sections, here's everything you need to know before hitting the road.

What equipment is mandatory in Austria?

Whether you travel by car or motorcycle, certain equipment is mandatory on Austrian roads. In case of control, their absence can result in a fine.

✅ Required equipment:

• Safety vest (one per vehicle, within reach).
• Warning triangle (mandatory in case of breakdown or accident).
• First aid kit (in good condition and easily accessible).
• Winter tires (mandatory from November 1 to April 15 in case of snow or ice).

Snow chains may be required in certain mountainous regions, particularly in Tyrol and Styria. Remember to check weather forecasts before departure!

Last advice, to avoid traffic jams, favor off-peak hours (early morning or evening), and use real-time GPS applications to bypass heavy traffic areas.

Frequently asked questions about Austria vignette (FAQ)

Can you buy a vignette after entering Austria?

Yes, but it is strongly discouraged to wait until you are in Austria to buy your vignette at the risk of receiving a fine of 120 € and more.

Can an electronic vignette be transferred to another vehicle?

No. A digital vignette is linked to the vehicle's license plate and cannot be modified after purchase. In case of vehicle change, you must buy a new vignette. Moreover, in case of error on the plate during purchase, no refund is possible. Check your information carefully before validating the order.

What are the activation times for the electronic vignette?

The activation time is almost immediate. Buy your e-vignette at least 18 days (European withdrawal right) before your departure or go through an authorized reseller offering immediate activation.