If you are planning to drive in Austria in 2026, you will usually need a vignette to use the country’s motorways and expressways. The Austrian vignette system applies to cars, motorcycles and other vehicles with a technically permissible maximum laden mass of up to 3.5 tonnes.
Austria offers both traditional sticker vignettes and digital vignettes linked to the vehicle’s licence plate number. The 1-day vignette is available only digitally.
This guide explains the Austria vignette prices for 2026, where to buy a vignette, how long each type is valid, and what you should know before entering an Austrian motorway.
Austria Vignette Prices 2026
There are four vignette periods available in Austria: 1 day, 10 days, 2 months and one year.
Vignette prices for cars in 2026
| Vignette | Price |
|---|---|
| 1-day vignette | €9.60 |
| 10-day vignette | €12.80 |
| 2-month vignette | €32.00 |
| Annual vignette | €106.80 |
Vignette prices for motorcycles in 2026
| Vignette | Price |
|---|---|
| 1-day vignette | €3.80 |
| 10-day vignette | €5.10 |
| 2-month vignette | €12.80 |
| Annual vignette | €42.70 |
The prices are the official 2026 ASFINAG rates.
Which Vehicles Need an Austrian Vignette?
A vignette is generally required for vehicles up to and including 3.5 tonnes when using Austrian motorways and expressways that are subject to the vignette requirement.
This includes:
- passenger cars;
- motorcycles;
- camper vans up to 3.5 tonnes;
- light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes.
Vehicles above 3.5 tonnes are subject to a different distance-based toll system rather than the standard vignette.
Digital Vignette or Sticker Vignette?
Drivers can choose between a traditional sticker vignette and a digital vignette for most validity periods.
The digital vignette is connected to the vehicle’s licence plate number. This means you do not need to attach anything to the windscreen.
The sticker vignette must be correctly attached to the vehicle according to the Austrian toll rules.
There is one important exception: the 1-day vignette is available only as a digital vignette.
How Long Is an Austrian Vignette Valid?
1-Day Vignette
The 1-day vignette is valid for one calendar day.
If it is purchased for immediate use during the day, its validity runs from the time of purchase until 23:59 that day.
If purchased in advance, it can be valid from 00:00 until 23:59 on the selected day.
This option is particularly useful for drivers who only need to cross Austria once.
10-Day Vignette
The 10-day vignette is valid for 10 consecutive calendar days.
For example, if its validity begins on 10 June 2026, the final valid day is 19 June 2026.
For many tourists spending a short holiday in Austria, this is one of the most practical options.
2-Month Vignette
The 2-month vignette is valid for two months from its selected starting date.
For example:
Start: 10 June 2026
End: 10 August 2026
It can be useful for longer holidays or multiple trips through Austria.
Annual Vignette
The annual vignette covers a much longer period than its name might suggest.
The Austrian annual vignette can have a maximum validity of 14 months, from 1 December of the previous year until 31 January of the following year.
Therefore, the 2026 annual vignette covers the normal 2026 vignette period plus the corresponding additional validity before and after the calendar year.
Where to Buy an Austria Vignette
One of the safest options is to purchase the digital vignette directly from the official ASFINAG Toll Shop.
Digital vignettes can also be available through authorised sales partners.
Traditional sticker vignettes are sold through numerous physical sales outlets, including authorised points of sale in Austria and neighbouring countries.
When buying online, check that you understand whether you are using the official ASFINAG shop or a third-party reseller. Third-party services may charge additional service fees.
How to Buy an Austrian Digital Vignette
Purchasing a digital vignette is straightforward.
You normally need to:
- Select the vehicle type.
- Choose the required vignette: 1 day, 10 days, 2 months or annual.
- Enter the vehicle’s country of registration.
- Enter the licence plate number carefully.
- Select the start date.
- Check all vehicle information.
- Complete payment.
- Keep the purchase confirmation.
Pay particular attention to the licence plate number because the digital vignette is linked to it.
Important: The 18-Day Rule
This is one of the most important things tourists should know when buying an Austrian vignette online.
When a private consumer purchases a digital 2-month or annual vignette online directly from the ASFINAG Toll Shop, it generally cannot become valid immediately. Due to the consumer right of withdrawal, validity normally starts no earlier than the 18th day after purchase.
However, the rule is different for short-term vignettes.
The 1-day and 10-day digital vignettes can be purchased with immediate validity.
The 18-day restriction also does not apply in the same way to purchases made as a business.
Therefore, always check the validity date shown during the purchase process before entering a motorway.
Do I Need a Vignette Just to Drive Through Austria?
Yes, if your route uses Austrian motorways or expressways subject to the vignette requirement.
It does not matter whether Austria is your destination or you are simply travelling through the country to Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Germany, Switzerland or another destination.
For example, a driver travelling from Germany through Austria toward Italy may need an Austrian vignette and, depending on the route, may also encounter a separately tolled motorway section.
Are All Austrian Motorways Covered by the Vignette?
No.
This is an important distinction.
Austria has certain motorway sections where a separate section toll (Streckenmaut) applies.
These include major Alpine routes such as:
- A9 Pyhrn Motorway – Bosruck and Gleinalm;
- A10 Tauern Motorway;
- A11 Karawanken Motorway;
- A13 Brenner Motorway;
- S16 Arlberg road tunnel.
These special tolls should not be confused with the standard Austrian vignette.
Before travelling, check whether your route requires a vignette, a section toll, or both.
Austria Vignette for the Brenner Motorway
The Brenner route deserves particular attention because it is heavily used by travellers heading between Austria and Italy.
The A13 Brenner Motorway is subject to a separate section toll.
Therefore, drivers planning a route through the Brenner Pass should check the applicable section toll rather than assuming that purchasing a standard vignette covers every toll charge on the route.
Can I Buy an Austrian Vignette at the Border?
Physical vignettes are widely available through authorised sales outlets, including locations near major border crossings and routes leading into Austria.
However, it is better to arrange your vignette before entering a motorway where it is required.
A digital vignette can also be convenient because there is no sticker to attach to the windscreen.
Is the Austria Vignette Linked to the Licence Plate?
The digital vignette is linked to the registered licence plate.
For this reason, entering the correct plate number and country of registration during purchase is essential.
Check the information carefully before completing the transaction.
Austria Vignette FAQ
How much is a 10-day Austria vignette in 2026?
The official 2026 price for a 10-day vignette is €12.80 for a passenger car and €5.10 for a motorcycle.
How much is the annual Austria vignette in 2026?
The 2026 annual vignette costs €106.80 for a passenger car and €42.70 for a motorcycle.
Can I buy a 1-day vignette for Austria?
Yes. Austria offers a 1-day vignette. It is available only in digital form and costs €9.60 for a passenger car in 2026.
Can I buy an Austria vignette online?
Yes. Digital vignettes can be purchased online. The official ASFINAG Toll Shop is one of the primary options.
Can the digital vignette start immediately?
A 1-day or 10-day digital vignette can have immediate validity. Private consumers buying a 2-month or annual digital vignette online from ASFINAG normally need to take the 18-day rule into account.
Do rental cars need a vignette?
Yes, a vehicle using roads subject to the vignette requirement needs valid toll coverage. However, a rental vehicle may already have a vignette. Check with the rental company before purchasing another one.
Do I need another toll for the Brenner Pass?
The A13 Brenner Motorway is one of Austria’s separately tolled sections. Check the applicable section toll for your route before travelling.
Before Driving on an Austrian Motorway
Before your trip, check:
- whether your route requires a vignette;
- whether it includes a separately tolled section;
- the vignette’s exact validity dates;
- that the licence plate on a digital vignette is correct;
- current Austrian traffic and toll regulations.
For the most up-to-date information and purchases, use the official ASFINAG toll information and Toll Shop.