The Slovak vignette in 3 sentences
Slovakia introduced the e-vignette in 2016 — one of the first countries in Europe. Nothing goes on the windscreen; the vignette is digital and linked to your number plate.
Who does it apply to? Every car up to 3.5 tonnes. British, German, Polish, Dutch plates — it makes no difference.
When do you need it? On all D1–D4 motorways and R1–R7 expressways. Ordinary roads are free, but on the way to the High Tatras, to Bratislava or in transit towards Hungary you end up on the motorway anyway.
What do you need to do? Choose a period, enter your number plate, pay. Registration in the Slovak system eznamka.sk.
Vignette by email in 2–3 minutes
We handle orders 24/7, 365 days a year. After payment your Slovak e-vignette is registered in the official eznamka.sk system and the confirmation reaches your email usually within 2–3 minutes — any time of day.
Slovakia in the eurozone
Slovakia has been in the eurozone since 2009. You pay in euro — no currency conversion, no exchange fees. All prices for vignettes, fines and fuel are in euro.
Annual = full 365 days from your start
The Slovak annual vignette is valid 365 days from the chosen start date, regardless of the purchase date. Buy whenever you like — you always get a full year. You can set the start date months in advance.
Slovak motorways that require a vignette
The tolled road network covers the whole country — east, west, north, south. In total around 750 km of motorways and expressways require a vignette.
- D1 — Bratislava → Žilina → Poprad → Košice (515 km): The longest motorway in Slovakia. The main east–west axis. The route to the Tatras and to Hungary.
- D2 — Bratislava → Czech Republic (80 km): Connects to the Czech D2. Towards Brno and Prague.
- D3 — Žilina → Poland (Skalité) (37 km): Link towards the Polish border and Silesia.
- D4 — Bratislava bypass (60 km): Bypasses the city centre, connects the D2 with the D1. Important for arrivals from Vienna and Austria.
- R1 — Trnava → Nitra → Zvolen (230 km): Route towards Budapest through the interior.
- R3 — Trstená → Poland (Chyžné) (45 km): Northern link towards Poland and the Tatras.
- R4 — Košice → Poland (Vyšný Komárnik) (45 km): Link to eastern Slovakia.
- R7 — Bratislava → Dunajská Streda (43 km): Connection towards Hungary.
Tunnels included in the vignette price
All tunnels on Slovak motorways are included in the vignette. No extra charges like in Slovenia (Karawanks 8.50 €) or Austria (Bosruck, Tauern). The most important:
- Branisko (D1) — 1,697 m, the longest road tunnel in Slovakia
- Horelica (D1) — 1,074 m
- Sitina (D2, Bratislava) — 740 m
- Poľana (R1) — 530 m
What the Slovak vignette costs
The prices apply for the whole of 2026. You get your vignette by email, usually within 2–3 minutes of payment. All prices in euro.
| Period | Validity | Price (EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-day | Only until 23:59 on the start day | 14,95 € |
| 10-day | 10 consecutive days | 19,95 € |
| 30-day | 30 consecutive days | 34,95 € |
| Annual | 365 days from the start date | 112,95 € |
* Check the road toll – NDS in EUR on eznamka.sk.
The most popular destinations
The main travel and transit destinations. You reach each one via the motorway — a vignette is required.
Bratislava
470k inhabitants. The capital and a transport hub towards Vienna, Prague and Budapest. Historic old town, Bratislava Castle. Only 80 km from Vienna.
Motorways: D1, D2, D4
Košice
240k. The second-largest city in Slovakia. Gateway to the east. St Elisabeth Cathedral, the largest church in the country.
Motorways: D1, R2, R4
Žilina
80k. An important hub in the north. Gateway to the Malá Fatra.
Motorways: D1, D3
Poprad
50k. Gateway to the High Tatras. The number-one destination for winter sports. From here to Štrbské Pleso and Tatranská Lomnica.
Motorways: D1
Banská Bystrica
78k. The geographic centre of Slovakia. Transit route to Budapest.
Motorways: R1, R2
Trnava
65k. A historic town near Bratislava. University, old townhouses.
Motorways: D1
Prešov
87k. Eastern Slovakia, on the way to Košice.
Motorways: R4
Nitra
78k. The oldest city in Slovakia. Nitra Castle.
Motorways: R1
Most popular routes to Slovakia
International travellers reach Slovakia mainly via Austria (Vienna) or the Czech Republic. All these routes require a vignette — and depending on the transit country you need an additional vignette.
| Route | Distance | Time | Via |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna → Bratislava | 80 km | ~1 h | A4 → D4 / D2 |
| Budapest → Bratislava | 200 km | ~2 h | M1 → D2 / D4 |
| Prague → Bratislava | 330 km | ~3.5 h | D1 → Brno → D2 (CZ) |
| Kraków → Žilina | 190 km | ~2.5 h | S1 → Chyžné → D3 |
| Vienna → High Tatras (Poprad) | 480 km | ~5 h | D4 → Bratislava → D1 |
| Budapest → Košice | 270 km | ~3 h | M3 / M30 → R4 |
| Bratislava → Košice | 400 km | ~4 h | D1 (the main cross-country corridor) |
| Prague → Košice | 800 km | ~8 h | D1 → Brno → D2 → D1 (transit) |
What to know before you set off
- The borders are open around the clock (Schengen). No passport, no queues.
- Vienna is the main gateway to Slovakia — only 80 km to Bratislava.
- Travelling via Austria (A1 towards Vienna) requires a separate Austrian vignette.
- Travelling via the Czech Republic (Prague → Brno) requires a Czech vignette — you can buy one on our sister site e-dalnice.org.
- The Slovak vignette becomes valid on a date you choose. Buy in advance and travel worry-free.
What is worth seeing — and how to get there
Most of the sights in Slovakia are mountains and national parks. The approach is via the D1 motorway — a vignette is mandatory.
High Tatras (Vysoké Tatry)
MountainsThe highest range of the Carpathians. Gerlachovský štít 2,655 m. Štrbské Pleso, Tatranská Lomnica, Jasná. About 4 h from Vienna.
Region: Northern Slovakia
Spiš Castle (Spišský hrad)
UNESCOThe largest castle ruin in Central Europe. 4 hectares. Near Levoča, by the D1.
Region: East
Slovak Paradise (Slovenský raj)
National parkA park with ladders and walkways over gorges. The Suchá Belá route with waterfalls. For active travellers.
Region: East
Bratislava — Old Town
CityBratislava Castle, St Martin Cathedral, the UFO bridge with a viewing terrace. On foot from a car park outside the centre.
Region: Bratislava
Demänovská Caves
CavesThe Cave of Liberty and the Jasná ski resort. D1, Liptovský Mikuláš exit. The ice cave is open only in summer.
Region: Low Tatras
Pieniny and Dunajec
RaftingRaft rides on the Slovak side. Red Monastery (Červený Kláštor), Lesnica.
Region: North
Levoča
UNESCOA Renaissance town. The wooden altar carved by Master Paul (18.6 m) — the tallest Gothic altar in the world.
Region: East
Orava Castle (Oravský hrad)
CastleA castle on a rock 112 m above the river. Filming location for Nosferatu (1922).
Region: Orava
Tatralandia Aquapark
AquaparkThe largest year-round aquapark in Slovakia. 14 pools, 26 slides. Ideal for a break from skiing.
Region: Liptov
Bojnice
Castle + ZooThe most romantic castle in Slovakia. Next to it, the oldest zoo in the country (15,000 animals).
Region: Central
What you can expect
- Cheaper skiing — Jasná, Tatranská Lomnica, Štrbské Pleso. Lift pass 30–40 € (the Alps: 50–70 €).
- Payment in euro — Slovakia in the eurozone since 2009. No currency exchange.
- Cheaper fuel than in Austria and Western Europe.
- Card payment is widespread — shops, restaurants, petrol stations.
- 9 national parks — a high density in a small area.
- Safe — relaxed travel, also with family.
Who needs a vignette and who does not
The Slovak system is simple — 2 categories: vehicle and trailer. Motorcycles are exempt.
You need one:
- Car up to 3.5 t maximum authorised mass
- SUV, crossover, pick-up, bus up to 3.5 t
- Motorhome up to 3.5 t
- Trailer — if the combination exceeds 3.5 t (separate vignette, same price as for the vehicle)
You do not need one:
- Motorcycle and moped — exempt unconditionally
- Vehicle over 3.5 t — myto toll system (per-kilometre charge)
- Emergency vehicles: ambulance, police, military
- Vehicles of people with disabilities — on application
How to buy the vignette with us
Three steps, two minutes:
- Choose a period — 1 day, 10 days, 30 days or a year.
- Enter the number plate — exactly as it appears on the plate.
- Pay — card, Apple/Google Pay. Registration in the Slovak system eznamka.sk.
What you face without a vignette
Slovakia monitors around the clock with ANPR cameras on all D1–D4 and R1–R7. Foreign number plates are recognised immediately. The fines are among the highest in the region.
| Type | Amount | Note | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-the-spot fine | 150 € | payable immediately | at a roadside check |
| Fine (notice) | 50–200 € | depending on the case | depending on circumstances |
| Administrative penalty | up to 500 € | official procedure | if the case goes to the authority |
- EU-wide enforcement (CBE) — penalty notices are delivered to your home country. They may arrive by post 3–6 months later.
- Checks at the border — the police also verify the vignette on exit.
- Slovak fines are among the highest in Central Europe.
- If unpaid — enforcement proceedings also in your country of residence.
The numbers speak for themselves
A 1-day vignette costs 14,95 €. A fine of 500 € is many times more. The risk is not worth it.
What you need to know about driving in Slovakia
Slovak roads are in good condition, but in the Tatras caution is needed in winter. The essentials:
The most important rules
- Alcohol 0.0‰ — the strictest limit in Europe.
- Lights on around the clock, all year — daytime running lights are mandatory.
- Speed limits: motorway and expressway 130 km/h, main road 90, built-up area 50.
- Snow chains required in the mountains where signed (15 Nov–1 Apr). Fine: 60 €.
- Winter tyres — not formally mandatory, but practically necessary in the Tatras.
- Child seats — mandatory for children up to 150 cm in height.
- Equipment — first-aid kit, warning triangle, hi-vis vest for every occupant.
- Phone — only with a hands-free system. Fine 60 €.
Emergency numbers
- 112 — European emergency number
- 0800 100 007 — NDS Motorway Patrol (Diaľničná patrola): free motorway breakdown assistance (24/7)
- 158 — police
- 159 — municipal police
- 155 — ambulance
- 150 — fire service
Official sources
- → Official e-vignette system: eznamka.sk
- → Motorway breakdown assistance (NDS Motorway Patrol): 0800 100 007 (free line, 24/7)
Frequently asked questions about the Slovak vignette
How much does the Slovakia vignette cost in 2026?
Slovak vignettes for 2026: 1 day 14,95 €, 10 days 19,95 €, 30 days 34,95 €, annual vignette 112,95 €. Prices are in euro — Slovakia has been in the eurozone since 2009.
Do I need a vignette if I am only passing through in transit?
Yes. Every drive on Slovak motorways D1–D4 and expressways R1–R7 requires a vignette — even 30 km of transit. The borders are open, but the cameras work from the first kilometre.
How fast will I get my vignette?
We process orders 24/7, 365 days a year. After payment your vignette is registered in the official eznamka.sk system and you get the confirmation by email, usually within 2–3 minutes.
When is the vignette valid after purchase?
You can choose any start date — even months in advance. If you choose today, registration in the eznamka.sk system and the email confirmation usually take 2–3 minutes after payment is received.
When does the Slovak annual vignette expire?
The Slovak annual vignette is valid 365 days from the chosen start date, regardless of the purchase date. You always get a full year, and you can set the start in the future.
Does my motorcycle need a vignette?
No. Motorcycles and mopeds are exempt unconditionally. You may use the entire D1–D4 and R1–R7 network free of charge.
Do I need a separate vignette for a trailer?
Only if the permissible total mass of the combination (vehicle + trailer, according to the registration documents) exceeds 3.5 t. The price is identical to the vignette for the vehicle — for example 10 days 19,95 €. If the combination stays within 3.5 t, one vignette is enough. Check the permissible masses in the registration documents of the vehicle and the trailer.
What if I enter the number plate incorrectly?
Before the start date it can be corrected via eznamka.sk or through our support. After the start date changes are not possible — a new vignette must then be bought. Check the number plate before confirming.
Is my electric vehicle exempt from the vignette?
No. Slovakia has no e-vignette exemption for electric cars or plug-in hybrids — every vehicle up to 3.5 t on toll motorways and expressways needs an e-vignette.
How high is the fine without a vignette?
150 € on the spot, up to 500 € in administrative proceedings. The EU-wide system (CBE) delivers notices to your home country — the fine may arrive by post after your trip.
Are tunnels included in the Slovak vignette?
Yes — all tunnels on the D1, D2 and other motorways are included in the price. Sitina (Bratislava), Branisko (D1), Horelica and others. No extra charges like in Slovenia (Karawanks) or Austria (Bosruck).
Do I need an extra charge in Bratislava?
No — the ring motorways (D1, D2, D4) are included in the vignette. In the centre there are parking zones (1–2 €/h), but no separate vignette charge.
How do I check whether my vignette is valid?
On eznamka.sk enter the number plate and choose the country of registration. The system shows valid vignettes and validity dates. Free, no login.
Can I buy the vignette at a petrol station at the border?
Yes — MOL, Shell, OMV sell vignettes. But: queues in summer, no free choice of start date. Online with us — faster, with any start date.
Transit to Slovakia — which vignettes do I need?
It depends on the transit country. Via Austria (towards Vienna) you also need an Austrian vignette. Via the Czech Republic (Prague → Brno) you need a Czech vignette — available on our sister site e-dalnice.org. In every case you need the Slovak vignette for motorways in Slovakia.
Buy the Slovak vignette now
No fine of bis 500 €, no queues at the border. You order in 2 minutes and get your vignette by email in 2–3 min.
- Period choice: 1 day, 10 days, 30 days, year
- Vignette by email within 2–3 min of payment
- Payment: card, Apple/Google Pay
- Registration in the official eznamka.sk system
- Future start date selectable
- English-speaking support
