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Austrian Motorway Vignette Types
The Austrian motorway vignette system offers three duration options to accommodate different travel needs. Each type is available in both digital (licence plate-linked) and, where still applicable, physical sticker format. The choice between types should be based on the total number of days you plan to use Austrian motorways, not simply the duration of your stay in Austria.
10-Day Vignette
Best for: Short visits, transit journeys, occasional motorway use
The 10-day vignette is the most flexible option for visitors making a single trip through Austria or staying for a short period. It is valid for 10 consecutive calendar days, starting from the date you select at the time of purchase.
Important: the validity period is fixed at the time of purchase and cannot be extended or transferred. If you purchase a digital 10-day vignette, it becomes valid from midnight on the selected start date.
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2-Month Vignette
Best for: Extended stays, seasonal workers, regular commuters
The 2-month vignette covers a continuous 60-day period and is the middle-tier option in the Austrian vignette range. It offers significantly better value than purchasing two consecutive 10-day vignettes for stays exceeding 10 days.
The 2-month vignette is particularly popular with seasonal workers, students on exchange programmes, and travellers making multiple trips to Austria within a two-month window.
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Annual Vignette
Best for: Austrian residents, frequent business travellers, regular motorway users
The annual vignette provides the best per-day value and is the standard choice for Austrian residents and anyone who uses Austrian motorways regularly throughout the year. It is valid from 1 December of the previous calendar year to 31 January of the following year — a period of approximately 14 months.
Annual vignettes for the upcoming year go on sale in November and can be purchased in advance, making them convenient for planning ahead.
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| Vehicle Type | Vignette Required? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger car (up to 3.5t) | Yes | Standard vignette pricing applies |
| Motorcycle | Yes | Separate motorcycle pricing (lower than car) |
| Camper van (up to 3.5t) | Yes | Standard vignette pricing applies |
| Light commercial vehicle (up to 3.5t) | Yes | Standard vignette pricing applies |
| Heavy goods vehicle (over 3.5t) | No | Subject to GO-Maut distance-based toll instead |
| Bus (over 3.5t) | No | Subject to GO-Maut distance-based toll instead |
| Tractor (agricultural) | No | Exempt if not designed for road transport |
| Emergency vehicle | No | Exempt when on official duty |
| Diplomatic vehicle | No | Exempt with appropriate diplomatic plates |
| ASFINAG maintenance vehicle | No | Exempt by definition |
| Military vehicle | No | Exempt when on official duty |
| Vehicle with special permit | No | Must carry permit documentation |
Where to Buy Your Vignette
| Channel | Available Types | Availability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASFINAG website (shop.asfinag.at) | Digital only | 24/7 online | Official source; digital vignette linked to plate |
| ASFINAG mobile app | Digital only | 24/7 via app | Available for iOS and Android |
| Petrol stations (Austria) | Digital and sticker | During opening hours | Wide availability across Austria |
| ÖAMTC offices | Digital and sticker | During opening hours | Advice available; members may receive assistance |
| ARBÖ offices | Digital and sticker | During opening hours | Similar to ÖAMTC; advice available |
| Post offices (Österreichische Post) | Digital and sticker | During opening hours | Available at most post offices |
| Tobacco shops (Tabak-Trafik) | Digital and sticker | During opening hours | Widely available in urban areas |
| Border petrol stations (neighbouring countries) | Sticker (varies) | During opening hours | Availability varies; digital may not be available |
Roads Included and Excluded
The standard vignette covers the majority of Austrian motorways (Autobahnen) and expressways (Schnellstraßen) managed by ASFINAG. However, several high-traffic mountain routes and tunnels require separate section tolls in addition to the vignette. Driving on these sections without paying the additional toll is a separate offence from driving without a vignette.
| Road / Section | Vignette Sufficient? | Additional Toll? |
|---|---|---|
| A1 Westautobahn (full length) | Yes | No |
| A2 Südautobahn (full length) | Yes | No |
| A10 Tauern Autobahn (Salzburg section) | No | Yes — Tauern section toll |
| A13 Brenner Autobahn | No | Yes — Brenner section toll |
| Arlberg Tunnel | No | Yes — Arlberg Tunnel toll |
| Karawanken Tunnel | No | Yes — Karawanken Tunnel toll |
| A9 Pyhrn Autobahn (Bosruck/Gleinalm sections) | No | Yes — tunnel tolls apply |
| Großglockner High Alpine Road | No | Yes — separate road toll |
| A12 Inntal Autobahn (general) | Yes | No (except Brenner junction) |
| A14 Rheintal/Walgau Autobahn | Yes | No (except Pfändertunnel) |
Exemptions in Detail
The following categories are exempt from the vignette requirement. Note that exemptions are defined in the Bundesstraßen-Mautgesetz (BStMG) and may be subject to change. Always verify current exemption status with ASFINAG if you believe your vehicle or situation qualifies.
- Motor vehicles with a maximum permissible weight exceeding 3.5 tonnes (subject to GO-Maut)
- Motorcycles with a sidecar attached (may qualify for different classification — verify with ASFINAG)
- Emergency and rescue vehicles when on official duty (police, fire, ambulance, mountain rescue)
- ASFINAG operational and maintenance vehicles
- Austrian Armed Forces vehicles on official military duty
- Vehicles operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) for track maintenance
- Diplomatic and consular vehicles with appropriate exemption documentation
- Vehicles with special permits issued by the Federal Ministry for Climate Action
- Agricultural and forestry vehicles not designed for general road transport
- Vehicles using only B-roads (Bundesstraßen B) and regional roads (Landesstraßen L)
- Vehicles temporarily imported under ATA Carnet for exhibition purposes (verify case-by-case)
- Vehicles registered to international organisations with headquarters in Austria (verify case-by-case)
Glossary of Key Terms
- Vignette (Autobahnvignette)
- A time-based road usage fee for Austrian motorways. The term comes from the French word for a small decorative label. In Austria, it refers specifically to the motorway toll sticker or digital equivalent.
- ASFINAG
- Autobahnen- und Schnellstraßen-Finanzierungs-Aktiengesellschaft. The Austrian state-owned company responsible for planning, financing, building, maintaining, and operating the Austrian motorway and expressway network.
- Digital Vignette (Digitale Vignette)
- A vignette that is registered electronically and linked to a vehicle's licence plate number rather than a physical sticker. Introduced in Austria in 2018 and became the primary format from 2023.
- Sticker Vignette (Klebevignette)
- The traditional physical vignette sticker that must be affixed to the inside of the vehicle's windscreen. Still valid if purchased before the transition deadline, but no longer the primary format.
- GO-Maut
- The distance-based electronic toll system for heavy goods vehicles (over 3.5t) in Austria. Separate from the vignette system and managed via on-board units (OBU).
- Section Toll (Streckenmaut)
- An additional toll charged for specific high-cost road sections (typically mountain tunnels or passes) in addition to the standard vignette. Examples include the Brenner Autobahn and Arlberg Tunnel.