Digital vignette for Switzerland – everything you need to know

The digital vignette has played a significant role in modern transport infrastructure and road management in Switzerland. As an innovative solution for collecting motorway tolls, it offers not only a convenient but also an environmentally friendly alternative to the traditional sticker. With the digitalization of vignette purchasing and management, it is easier than ever for drivers to comply with toll regulations without having to worry about physical stickers or their affixing. This adaptation to technological developments not only reflects Switzerland's progressive approach but also contributes to increasing efficiency in road traffic. With us, you can purchase the digital vignette for Switzerland online and receive all the important information on this comprehensive topic.

The most important things in brief:

• You can conveniently purchase the digital vignette for Switzerland in our shop.
• Switzerland currently only offers the 1-year vignette.
• The one-year vignette is valid for 14 months, beginning on December 1 of the previous year and ending on January 31 of the following year.

Introduction to the vignette requirement

In Switzerland, a vignette is required to use the motorways. This applies to vehicles up to 3.5 tons, including cars, motorcycles, and motorhomes. Trailers under this weight also require a separate vignette, while heavier vehicles are subject to the heavy goods vehicle tax.

The vignette requirement was introduced in 1985 to ensure the financing and maintenance of Switzerland's road infrastructure. This measure is intended to ensure that the roads remain well maintained, both financially and qualitatively.

Types of vignettes and how to purchase them

Adhesive vignette

Traditionally, the adhesive vignette for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes is affixed to the windshield or to a designated location on motorcycles.

Digital vignette

Since August 1, 2023, you can also purchase the vignette digitally, making the process more convenient. You can purchase it conveniently from home or on the go using your smartphone or computer. We offer various digital vignettes for Switzerland and other countries in our shop.

Costs and validity period

You can purchase the annual vignette for Switzerland in our shop for 68.00 euros as a vignette set/combination package* or for 51.90 euros without the e-book conveniently and quickly online...

Different vehicle types and their vignette requirements

Car

Cars weighing up to 3.5 tons require a typical digital vignette...

Motorcycles

Motorcycles are also subject to a vignette requirement, and the sticker must be affixed to a fixed location...

Motorhomes

Motorhomes must also purchase the vignette unless the permissible total weight exceeds 3.5 tonnes...

TRUCK

Trucks with a permissible total weight of less than 3.5 tons require a vignette. Heavier trucks are exempt from the vignette requirement...

Vignette requirement for travelers in Germany

For journeys from Germany to Switzerland, the vignette is essential on many motorways and expressways...

Validity of the vignette

The digital vignette is valid nationwide and is valid throughout Switzerland...

Registration and binding to the license plate

After you purchase the digital vignette, it will be linked to your vehicle license plate number...

Start and verification of validity

The validity of the digital vignette begins upon receipt of the registration confirmation...

Penalties and consequences for missing a vignette

Driving on roads requiring a vignette without a valid vignette can result in a fine of up to 200 francs...

Questions and answers about the digital toll product for Switzerland