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If you're planning to drive in Austria, you'll need to buy a vignette or toll sticker. This applies to all motorways and expressways in the country, but not to provincial and federal roads. There are four types of vignette available, offering different periods of validity: one day, ten days, two months, or one year. You can buy a vignette online, at petrol stations, or from tobacconists and motorists' clubs.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Where to buy | Austrian Automobile Clubs, post offices, newsagents, petrol stations, Austria’s neighbouring countries at petrol stations, borders, and Automobile Clubs, online at www.asfinag.at, via the ASFINAG app, at the ÖAMTC and ARBÖ motorists’ clubs, abroad at the relevant motorists’ clubs and petrol stations near the border, at ASFINAG toll stations, at vending machines on selected rest areas, on Tolltickets, on the ADAC toll portal |
| Types | Adhesive vignette, digital vignette |
| Validity periods | 1 day, 10 days, 2 months, 1 year |
| Cost | 1-day vignette: €8.60; 10-day vignette: €11.50; annual vignette: €103.80 for a car, €41.50 for a motorbike |
| Fines | Fine of up to €240 for driving on Austrian roads without a valid vignette; failure to pay the fine immediately may result in a penalty of between €300 and €3,000; fine of €123 for a car, €65 for a motorbike for driving on motorways and speedways without a valid vignette; fine of €3000 for failure to pay the previous fine immediately |
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What You'll Learn
Buying a vignette online
To buy a vignette online, you can visit the official website of ASFINAG, the Austrian Road Authority, or use their mobile app. You can also use third-party websites like i-Vignette, Tolltickets, and ADAC to purchase a digital vignette. The vignette is linked to your vehicle's license plate number, so ensure that you enter the correct number during the booking process.
When purchasing a vignette online, you will be able to select the desired validity period, such as 1 day, 10 days, 2 months, or 1 year. The cost of the vignette will vary depending on the type of vehicle and the validity period selected. For example, a 1-day vignette for a car might cost €8.60, while an annual vignette could cost €103.80.
It is important to note that there are some roads in Austria that do not require a vignette, so be sure to check the specific requirements for the roads you plan to use. Additionally, there are certain toll sections that require an additional fee, such as the A9 Pyhrn motorway and the A10 Tauern motorway.
When buying a vignette online, you can expect to receive a confirmation via email. In some cases, the vignette may be valid immediately, especially if you specify that you are an entrepreneur. However, if you declare yourself as a consumer, there may be a waiting period of up to 18 days.
Keep in mind that driving on Austrian roads without a valid vignette can result in a hefty fine. So, it is always best to plan ahead and purchase your vignette in advance to avoid any unnecessary penalties.
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Buying a vignette in Austria
When travelling by car in Austria, it is mandatory to have a vignette toll sticker on all motorways and expressways, except for provincial and federal roads. Vignettes can be purchased as either a physical or digital sticker.
Physical vignette
Physical vignette stickers can be purchased from Austrian Automobile Clubs, post offices, newsagents, and petrol stations. They are also available at petrol stations in Austria's neighbouring countries, as well as at border crossings.
Digital vignette
Digital vignettes can be purchased online via the ASFINAG app or website, as well as through other third-party websites. They can also be purchased at ASFINAG toll stations, selected vending machines, and at the sales offices of motorists' clubs such as ÖAMTC, ARBÖ, and ADAC.
Validity and cost
Vignettes are available for different periods of validity: one day, ten days, two months, or one year. The annual vignette for a car costs €103.80, while a one-day vignette costs €8.60 and a ten-day vignette costs €11.50. It is important to note that the vignette must be displayed on the inside of the vehicle's windshield, stuck to the top left-hand edge or behind the rear-view mirror, to avoid heavy fines.
Exemptions
It is worth noting that there are certain motorway sections in Austria that are exempt from the vignette requirement, such as specific sections of the A1 West Motorway, A12 Inntal Motorway, A14, and A26 Linz Motorway Westring. Additionally, some roads require a separate toll charge, such as the A9 Pyhrn motorway, A10 Tauern motorway, and A11 Karawanken motorway.
Enforcement and fines
Vignette compliance is monitored through automatic vignette control cameras installed on motorway bridges and by the service and control service of the Austrian toll operator ASFINAG. Failure to display a valid vignette can result in a fine of up to €240, with higher penalties for those who do not pay the fine immediately.
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Buying a vignette in Austria's neighbouring countries
Vignettes are compulsory for all vehicles with a permissible total weight of 3.5 tonnes on Austrian motorways and expressways. You can buy a vignette for Austria online or at physical sales offices.
Vignettes can be purchased in Austria's neighbouring countries at petrol stations, borders, and automobile clubs. If you are renting a car, you can obtain a vignette from your car rental agency.
Digital vignette
The vignette for Austria is available with different validity periods. You can buy the following vignettes from ASFINAG:
- One-day vignette (purely digital)
- Ten-day vignette
- Two-month vignette
- Annual vignette
The digital vignette is available for purchase in the ASFINAG toll shop or the ASFINAG app. It is also possible to buy the vignette through one of their distributors, at a tollbooth, or a vending machine.
Physical vignette
Physical vignettes can be obtained from the Austrian Automobile Clubs, post offices, newsagents, and petrol stations. Adhesive vignettes can be bought at sales points and petrol stations near the border.
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Buying a physical vignette
If you're planning a trip to Austria and need to buy a physical vignette, there are several options available to you, both online and in-person. Here is some detailed information on how and where to purchase a physical vignette:
While most sources refer to digital vignettes when discussing online purchases, one source does mention that a physical vignette can be purchased online from the ADAC shop. This may be a viable option for those who want the convenience of buying the vignette from home. However, it is always a good idea to check with the retailer about the type of vignette being sold (physical or digital) to ensure you are getting what you need.
If you're already in Austria or planning to cross the border soon, you can purchase a physical vignette at various locations within the country. Petrol stations, tobacconists, and post offices are common places to find vignette stickers. Additionally, you can visit Austrian Automobile Clubs, such as ÖAMTC and ARBÖ, to obtain your vignette.
If you're coming to Austria from a neighbouring country, you can purchase a vignette at petrol stations near the border. You may also be able to find them at the relevant motorists' clubs in those countries. This option is especially convenient if you want to have the vignette ready before entering Austria.
Types of Vignettes and Display Instructions
It is important to note that there are different types of vignettes available, with varying periods of validity. The physical vignettes typically offer longer periods of validity, such as two months or one year. Digital vignettes, on the other hand, often provide shorter options, such as one day or ten days.
When you purchase a physical vignette, be sure to display it correctly. For cars, the sticker must be affixed to the inside of the windshield, on the top left-hand edge or behind the rear-view mirror. For motorbikes, the vignette must be attached to a component that is difficult to remove, like the fork leg or tank, and it must be clearly visible. Failure to display the vignette properly will result in a heavy, on-the-spot fine.
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Buying a digital vignette
A vignette is a road document that confirms that a driver has paid the obligatory toll road tax when driving in Austria. The vignette is fully digital and linked with your vehicle registration. It is verified by a network of traffic cameras on the route.
You can buy a digital vignette online at www.asfinag.at and via the ASFINAG app. You can also purchase the Digital Vignette at the sales offices of the ÖAMTC, ARBÖ and ADAC, in various petrol stations and tobacconists, as well as at the ASFINAG toll stations. Furthermore, you can buy the digital vignette at vending machines on selected rest areas.
The vignette is available at numerous points of sale, for example at the ÖAMTC and ARBÖ motorists’ clubs as well as petrol stations and tobacconists, and abroad at the relevant motorists’ clubs and petrol stations near the border. The digital vignette can also be purchased online in the ASFINAG toll shop from anywhere within the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland, or at ASFINAG toll stations without cash using a credit or debit card.
The vignette is valid from and to the date indicated during the purchasing process. If you chose the date of purchase as the validity start date, you can typically expect vignette activation within 20 minutes. The vignette is valid from the date you choose.
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Frequently asked questions
You can buy a vignette for Austria online, at a physical location, or at the border.
You can buy a vignette for Austria online at www.asfinag.at, via the ASFINAG app, or through third-party vendors such as Tolltickets and i-Vignette.
You can buy a physical vignette for Austria at Austrian Automobile Clubs, post offices, newsagents, and petrol stations.
Yes, you can buy a vignette at the border with Austria.
