In Slovakia, the motorway vignette is required for most vehicles using motorways and expressways. The obligation applies to all motor vehicles and trailers up to 3,500 kg gross vehicle weight (GVW). Each vehicle type has its own rules: cars, vans and motorhomes need a vignette, and if you are towing a trailer or caravan, that also requires its own separate vignette.
Tolls in Slovakia are collected through a digital vignette linked to your license plate.
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Toll roads in Slovakia
In Slovakia, motorway tolls apply on two types of roads: motorways D (diaľnica) and expressways R (rýchlostná cesta). These are marked on road signs with a red square containing a white D or R and the route number.
A vignette is not required for every kilometre of these roads, but only on specific tolled sections. At the start of each tolled section, you will see a clear road sign indicating the vignette requirement. The toll is always paid via the digital vignette, which is linked to your license plate.
Many D and R roads are also part of the European route network, and therefore carry an additional green E designation. This does not affect the toll obligation, it simply shows that the road is part of the broader international network connecting Slovakia with neighbouring countries.
Because tolled and toll-free sections can sometimes overlap or merge, it is not always obvious where the vignette applies. If you plan to drive on any or road in Slovakia, the safest option is to purchase a vignette in advance. That way you are always compliant and avoid unexpected fines.
