Vignette Types and Services
On this page you will find all information about the different vignette options for Austria.
Included / Not Included
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Use of all motorways (A) in Austria | Yes |
| Use of all expressways (S) in Austria | Yes |
| Electronic checking without stopping | Yes |
| Valid for the specified licence plate | Yes |
| Transfer to another vehicle | No |
| Return after purchase | No |
| Use of special toll routes (e.g. Brenner) | No |
| Use of tunnel tolls (e.g. Arlberg) | No |
| Parking fees at service areas | No |
| Breakdown assistance | No |
| Travel on federal roads (B) | Yes - vignette-free |
| Travel on regional roads (L) | Yes - vignette-free |
| Travel in towns and villages | Yes - vignette-free |
| Travel on private roads | No - separately regulated |
Purchase Process Step by Step
1
Choose vignette type
Decide between 10 days, 2 months, or annual vignette.
Decide between 10 days, 2 months, or annual vignette.
2
Check vehicle class
Car, motorcycle, motorhome up to 3.5t or over 3.5t.
Car, motorcycle, motorhome up to 3.5t or over 3.5t.
3
Choose purchase channel
Online at asfinag.at, app, petrol station, or border shop.
Online at asfinag.at, app, petrol station, or border shop.
4
Enter licence plate
For digital vignette: licence plate with country prefix.
For digital vignette: licence plate with country prefix.
5
Choose validity start date
Immediately or up to 18 days in advance.
Immediately or up to 18 days in advance.
6
Complete payment
Credit card, debit card, or other accepted payment methods.
Credit card, debit card, or other accepted payment methods.
7
Save confirmation
Download and keep email confirmation.
Download and keep email confirmation.
8
Enter Austria
Vignette is valid - no further steps required.
Vignette is valid - no further steps required.
Limits and Exceptions
- Vehicles with special permits (emergency vehicles, military vehicles)
- Vehicles with a maximum permissible weight over 3.5t (different toll obligation applies)
- Vehicles with exemption permits for people with disabilities
- Vehicles that exclusively use vignette-free roads
- Vehicles from countries with bilateral agreements (rare)
- Historic vehicles with special registration plates (check current regulations)
- Trips exclusively through Austria without using motorways
- Vehicles in transit on certain federal roads
Evaluation Factors When Choosing a Vignette
| Factor | Options | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Travel duration | 10 days, 2 months, or annual | Most important factor |
| Vehicle class | Car, motorcycle, motorhome | Affects the price |
| Frequency of Austria trips | Once or regularly | Annual vignette worthwhile from 3+ trips |
| Purchase timing | In advance or spontaneous | Digital vignette: up to 18 days in advance |
| Preferred purchase channel | Online, app, petrol station | Online most convenient |
| Licence plate accuracy | Must match exactly | Errors lead to invalidity |
| Validity start date | Immediately or later date | Flexible with digital vignette |
| Additional toll obligation | Certain routes | To be paid separately |
| Payment method | Card, online banking | Various options available |
| Keep receipt | Always recommended | Proof at inspection |