Austria to Abolish Physical Motorway Vignettes

Austria will transition to an exclusively digital motorway vignette system starting December 1, 2026, ending the use of adhesive stickers.

is officially abolishing physical adhesive starting December 1, 2026. State-owned operator will transition exclusively to digital vignettes for all durations, including 1-day, 10-day, 2-month, and annual options for drivers.

The 2027 annual vignette costs 106.80 euros if bought by year-end 2026, rising to 108.90 euros on January 1. While 2026 stickers remain valid through January 2027, only digital versions linked to will be accepted starting February 1, 2027.

Digital vignettes are available via the Asfinag app, gas stations, and auto clubs. Note that online purchases for annual and 2-month terms require an 18-day waiting period due to consumer rights, though this delay does not apply to 1-day or 10-day passes.


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