Glossary of Key Terms
This page uses specific technical terms. Here are explanations of the most important terms:
- Annual Vignette
- Vignette valid for approximately 14 months (1 December of the previous year to 31 January of the following year). Available as sticker or digital vignette.
- 2-Month Vignette
- Vignette valid for 2 months from the purchase date. Ideal for holidaymakers and occasional drivers.
- 10-Day Vignette
- Vignette valid for 10 days from the purchase date. The most affordable option for short trips.
- Digital Vignette
- Electronic vignette linked to the vehicle's registration plate. No physical attachment required.
- Sticker Vignette
- Physical vignette that must be attached to the inside of the windscreen.
- Motorway (Autobahn)
- Multi-lane high-speed road with separated carriageways, junctions and minimum speed. Designated with "A" in Austria.
- Expressway (Schnellstraße)
- Similar to motorway but with less strict requirements. Designated with "S" in Austria.
- Section Toll (Streckenmaut)
- Additional toll for specific road sections (e.g. tunnels, mountain passes), payable in addition to the vignette.
- ASFINAG
- Autobahnen- und Schnellstraßen-Finanzierungs-Aktiengesellschaft. State-owned company managing the Austrian motorway network and collecting tolls.
All Vignette Types in Detail
Annual Vignette
The annual vignette is the most popular option for regular users of Austrian motorways. It offers the best value for commuters and frequent travellers.
- ✓ Valid approx. 14 months
- ✓ Digital or sticker format
- ✓ For cars and motorcycles
- ✓ Trailers require separate vignette
2-Month Vignette
The 2-month vignette is ideal for holidaymakers and occasional drivers visiting Austria for an extended period.
- ✓ Valid 2 months from purchase
- ✓ Digital or sticker format
- ✓ For cars and motorcycles
- ✓ Ideal for summer holidays
10-Day Vignette
The 10-day vignette is the most affordable option for short trips through Austria. Perfect for transit travellers and short-break visitors.
- ✓ Valid 10 days from purchase
- ✓ Digital or sticker format
- ✓ For cars and motorcycles
- ✓ Most affordable option
Vehicle Classes and Vignette Requirements
| Vehicle Type | Vignette Required | Vignette Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car up to 3.5t | Yes | Standard | All types available |
| Motorcycle | Yes | Motorcycle vignette | Lower prices |
| Motorhome up to 3.5t | Yes | Standard | Same as car |
| Trailer | Yes (separate) | Trailer vignette | In addition to towing vehicle vignette |
| HGV over 3.5t | No | Section toll | GO-Box required |
| Bus over 3.5t | No | Section toll | GO-Box required |
| Emergency vehicles | No | Exempt | Police, fire, ambulance |
| Diplomatic vehicles | No | Exempt | With appropriate credentials |
What is Included / Not Included in the Vignette?
Included ✓
| Use of all vignette-required motorways |
| Use of all vignette-required expressways |
| Unlimited journeys during validity period |
| Use of all lanes (except toll stations) |
| Use of motorway rest areas and car parks |
| Use of emergency call posts |
| Use of breakdown infrastructure |
Not Included ✗
| Section tolls (tunnels, mountain passes) |
| Brenner Motorway (A13) – section toll |
| Karawanken Tunnel – section toll |
| Tauern Motorway (A10) – section toll |
| Arlberg Road Tunnel – section toll |
| Felbertauern Road – section toll |
| Parking fees at service stations |
| Breakdown assistance and towing |
| Fuel and vehicle maintenance |
| Fines for violations |
| Vignette for trailer (separate) |
| Vignette for additional vehicles |