The Slovenia vignette in 3 sentences
Slovenia has used an e-vignette (e-vinjeta) since 2021 — you stick nothing on the windscreen; it is digital and linked to your number plate. When you enter a Slovenian motorway (letter A), ANPR cameras immediately check whether you have one.
Who needs it? Every vehicle up to 3.5 t — the class depends on the vehicle height above the front axle: Class 2A below 1.30 m (passenger car), Class 2B 1.30 m or more (van, MPV, motorhome), Class 1 is the motorcycle.
When do you need it? Whenever you drive on a motorway (A1–A5) or expressway (letter H). Main and city roads are free, but most transit routes to Croatia run on tolled motorways.
What to do? Choose the class and period, enter the registration number, pay. 2026 prices and 3 periods — cheapest 7 days, longest a year. Slovenia has NO daily vignette.
No daily vignette — minimum 7 days
Slovenia has no daily or 10-day vignette. The shortest period is 7 days at 23,50 €. That is unusual — neighbouring Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary offer shorter ones. Even for a quick transit to Croatia, buy at least the 7-day one.
The annual vignette = 365 days from purchase
The Slovenian annual vignette is valid for exactly 365 days from the start of validity — NOT until the end of the calendar year. Buy in July, drive until next July. Simple, with no year-end cut-off trap.
The class depends on height above the front axle
It is not weight or seats that set the class, but the vehicle height measured above the front axle. Below 1.30 m — Class 2A (cheaper). 1.30 m or more — Class 2B (almost 2× dearer). You will find the value in the registration document. Wrong class = fine.
Slovenian motorways covered by the vignette
The DARS network is about 615 km of motorways (letter A) and expressways (letter H). Practically every longer route through Slovenia — especially transit to Croatia — crosses a tolled section.
- A1 — Šentilj → Maribor → Ljubljana → Koper (~245 km): The country’s main axis from the north (Austrian border) to the Adriatic. The key transit route to Croatia and to the port of Koper.
- A2 — Karawanks → Ljubljana → Obrežje (~145 km): From the Karawanken Tunnel (from Austria) via Bled and Ljubljana to the Croatian border (Zagreb). Note: the Karawanken Tunnel itself is a SEPARATE toll.
- A3 — Divača → Sežana → Fernetiči (~11 km): A short link from the A1 to the Italian border towards Trieste.
- A4 — Slivnica (Maribor) → Gruškovje (~40 km): From the A1 near Maribor to the Croatian border (Gruškovje) — a popular entry onto the Croatian motorway towards Zagreb.
- A5 — Maribor → Murska Sobota → Pince (~60 km): The eastern axis to the Hungarian border; it links to the Hungarian M70/M7. The usual entry from Hungary and Slovakia.
- H3 — Ljubljana northern ring: The expressway joining the A1 and A2 around the capital. Also covered by the vignette.
- H4 — Razdrto → Vipava → Nova Gorica (~30 km): The Vipava valley towards the Italian border (Gorizia). A branch off the A1.
- H5 / H6 — coast (Koper → Izola → Lucija): Expressways along the Slovenian coast, reaching Portorož and Piran.
Where you do NOT need a vignette
- Regional and local roads — free but slower (limits, towns)
- Roads within city limits (Ljubljana, Maribor, Koper)
- The Karawanken Tunnel — NOT covered by the vignette; a separate toll at the barrier (~€8.50)
Full map of tolled sections: evinjeta.dars.si
How much the Slovenia vignette costs
Prices apply throughout 2026 and refer to Class 2A (a passenger car below 1.30 m in height above the front axle). The amount is shown in EUR.
| Period | Validity | Price (EUR) | Price (EUR ~) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly (7 days) | 7 consecutive days | 23,50 € | — |
| Monthly | 30 consecutive days | 38,50 € | — |
| Annual | 365 days from purchase | 128 € | — |
* The price depends on the vehicle class. Class 2A (below 1.30 m) is cheaper; Class 2B (1.30 m or more — van, MPV, motorhome) costs almost 2× more (about €39 for 7 days, €76.95 monthly, €249.50 annually). Motorcycle (Class 1): about €14.50 / 7 days, €39.50 / six months, €69.50 / year. Check the official prices at evinjeta.dars.si.
The most common destinations
The most popular destinations and transit hubs. You reach each by motorway — the vignette is mandatory.
Ljubljana
About 280,000 people. The capital and main transport hub, at the crossing of the A1 and A2. H3 ring.
Motorways: A1, A2, H3
Maribor
About 95,000. Slovenia’s second city, a hub of the A1/A4/A5 in the north-east.
Motorways: A1, A4, A5
Koper
About 50,000. The main Adriatic port, the end of the A1. Gateway to the Slovenian coast.
Motorways: A1, H5, H6
Celje
About 38,000. The third city, on the A1 between Ljubljana and Maribor.
Motorways: A1
Kranj
About 37,000. The gateway to the Julian Alps and Kranjska Gora, on the A2.
Motorways: A2
Novo Mesto
About 23,000. The centre of south-east Slovenia on the A2 towards the Croatian border.
Motorways: A2
Bled
Slovenia’s most famous lake. About 40 min from Ljubljana on the A2.
Motorways: A2
Portorož / Piran
The main resort of the Slovenian coast. Via the A1 to Koper, then H5/H6.
Motorways: A1, H5, H6
The most popular routes in Slovenia
You need a vignette on each of these routes — even for a short stretch of motorway.
| Route | Distance | Duration | Via |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ljubljana → Bled | 55 km | ~45 min | A2 |
| Ljubljana → Koper | 110 km | ~1.5 h | A1 |
| Ljubljana → Maribor | 130 km | ~1.5 h | A1 |
| Ljubljana → Portorož | 120 km | ~1.5 h | A1 → H5/H6 |
| Ljubljana → Zagreb (Croatia) | 140 km | ~1.5 h | A2 → Obrežje (Croatia — separate toll) |
| Maribor → Zagreb (Croatia) | 110 km | ~1.5 h | A4 → Gruškovje (Croatia — separate toll) |
| Karawanken (Austria) → Ljubljana | 60 km | ~50 min | A2 (Karawanken Tunnel — separate toll) |
| Ljubljana → Trieste (Italy) | 95 km | ~1.5 h | A1 → A3 → Fernetiči |
Worth knowing before you set off
- Borders within the Schengen area are open 24/7. No passport, no queues.
- The most common crossings: Karawanken & Šentilj (AT), Gruškovje & Obrežje (HR), Pince (HU), Fernetiči (IT).
- No daily vignette — Slovenia’s shortest period is 7 days. Even for a short transit to Croatia, buy at least the 7-day one.
- The Karawanken Tunnel (A2 from Austria, 7,864 m) has a SEPARATE toll of about €8.50 per crossing — it is NOT covered by the vignette. You pay at the barrier.
- Continuing through the Czech Republic needs a separate Czech vignette — buy it on our sister site e-dalnice.org; through Slovakia on e-znamka.org.
- The Slovenian vignette is valid from the date you choose. Buy ahead and forget about it.
What to see — and how to get there
Most of Slovenia’s popular destinations are reached by motorway. Without a valid vignette you cannot use the main routes.
Lake Bled — island and castle
Lake / castleSlovenia’s emblem: a tiny island with a church and a clifftop castle. About 40 min from Ljubljana on the A2.
Region: Gorenjska
Ljubljana — Old Town, castle, Plečnik’s works
UNESCO (Plečnik)The works of architect Jože Plečnik are a UNESCO site. Enter via the A1/A2, then P+R car parks outside the centre.
Region: Ljubljana
Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle
Cave / castleThe country’s most famous cave with an underground train, and the nearby castle built into a cliff. On the A1 between Ljubljana and Koper.
Region: Notranjska
Škocjan Caves
UNESCOThe UNESCO underground canyon of the Reka river. Branch off the A1 towards Divača.
Region: Karst
Triglav National Park
National parkSlovenia’s only national park, with its highest peak Triglav (2,864 m). Reached from Bled / the A2.
Region: Julian Alps
Lake Bohinj
Lake / regionLarger and wilder than Bled, in the heart of Triglav park. Beyond Bled on a main road.
Region: Julian Alps
Piran and the coast
Town / coastA Venetian old town on the Adriatic, with Portorož next door. Via the A1 to Koper, then H5/H6.
Region: Slovenian Istria
The Soča Valley
Region / natureThe emerald Soča river, Kobarid and Bovec — a paradise for water sports. Reached over the Vršič pass or the A1 plus main roads.
Region: Primorska
Lipica — Lipizzaner stud farm
HeritageThe cradle of the Lipizzaner horses. On the A1 near the Italian border.
Region: Karst
Kranjska Gora
Ski regionSlovenia’s best-known ski resort and the Vršič pass. From Kranj on a main road.
Region: Julian Alps
What to expect
- Card payment almost everywhere — shops, restaurants, car parks. Cash is rarely needed.
- Euro (EUR) — Slovenia has used the euro since 2007, so no currency exchange.
- Spas and lakes — Bled, Bohinj and thermal baths (Terme Čatež, Rogaška Slatina).
- Good service areas — well-equipped rest stops and fuel stations along the A1 and A2.
- Karawanken Tunnel — separate toll — about €8.50 entering from Austria (A2), outside the vignette.
- Safe — the tourist regions are safe and family-friendly.
Who needs a vignette and in which class
In Slovenia the vignette class depends on the vehicle height above the front axle, not weight or seats. Vehicles over 3.5 t (lorries, coaches) do not buy a vignette — they pay the distance-based DarsGo electronic toll.
A vignette is required:
- Class 2A — a vehicle up to 3.5 t with a height below 1.30 m above the front axle (most cars, SUVs)
- Class 2B — a vehicle up to 3.5 t with a height 1.30 m or more above the front axle (van, MPV, motorhome, 9-seat minibus)
- Class 1 — motorcycle and moped (yes, the motorcycle is tolled too)
Not this system:
- Vehicle over 3.5 t — falls under the DarsGo toll (per km), not the vignette
- Coach over 3.5 t — also DarsGo, does not buy a vignette
- A trailer behind a car — exempt, no separate vignette needed
- Emergency and service vehicles: ambulance, police, fire — as provided by law
Trailer and caravan
In Slovenia trailers are exempt — when towing a trailer or caravan you pay only for the towing vehicle. No separate trailer vignette is needed. Remember, though, that the class is set by the height of the towing vehicle above the front axle (2A below 1.30 m, 2B over).
How to buy a vignette with us
Three steps:
- Choose the class and period — Class 2A, 2B or 1 (motorcycle); 7 days, 30 days or a year.
- Enter the registration number — exactly as on the plate, no spaces.
- Pay — card, Google/Apple Pay. Confirmation by email after the payment is processed.
What you face without a vignette
In Slovenia enforcement is electronic — ANPR cameras scan plates 24/7. No valid vignette, or the wrong class (e.g. 2A instead of 2B), is treated as driving without one. It is an offence punished by a fine:
| Type | Amount | When | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine for no vignette | €300 to €800 | On the spot or by notice | At the inspector’s discretion |
| On-the-spot settlement | approx. €300 | Immediate | Reduced rate for prompt payment |
| Wrong class (2A instead of 2B) | up to €800 | On the spot or by notice | Treated as driving without a vignette |
- Automatic enforcement — ANPR cameras on gantries and in patrol cars scan plates in real time.
- Wrong class = no vignette — buying 2A for a vehicle that needs 2B is treated as driving without one.
- A fine of up to €800 — payable on the spot or by notice; prompt payment usually means a lower rate.
- Notice abroad too — Slovenia pursues unpaid fines in other EU countries.
- Payable online — settle a missing vignette or class difference via evinjeta.dars.si.
The numbers speak for themselves
A 7-day Class 2A vignette costs 23,50 €. The fine for not having one is up to €800 — many times more. There is no point in risking it.
What to know about driving in Slovenia
Slovenian motorways are in good condition. The rules are strict but logical. The most important:
The most important points
- Alcohol 0.5 ‰ — the legal limit; 0.0 ‰ for drivers with under 3 years’ experience and professional drivers. Checks are frequent.
- Dipped headlights — mandatory day and night, all year round.
- Speed limits: motorway 130 km/h, expressway 110, main road 90, built-up area 50.
- Winter equipment mandatory — from 15 November to 15 March and in wintry conditions. A difference from many countries!
- Child seats — children under 150 cm and 36 kg only in a suitable restraint.
- Mandatory equipment — warning triangle, hi-vis vest, first-aid kit.
- The vignette is not everything — the Karawanken Tunnel (A2) has a separate toll at the barrier.
Emergency numbers
- 112 — single emergency number (ambulance, fire)
- 113 — police
- 1987 — AMZS roadside assistance (Slovenian automobile club)
- 116 116 — to block lost or stolen payment cards
Official sources
- → Official e-vignette system: evinjeta.dars.si
- → Check vignette validity: evinjeta.dars.si
- → Motorway operator (DARS d.d.): dars.si
- → Karawanken Tunnel — tolls: hit.si
Frequently asked questions about the Slovenia vignette
How much does the Slovenia vignette cost in 2026?
The 2026 Slovenia vignette (Class 2A — passenger car): 7 days 23,50 €, 30 days 38,50 €, annual 128 €. Prices are in euros (EUR) and depend on the vehicle class (2A below 1.30 m, 2B 1.30 m or more in height above the front axle).
What is the minimum validity period of a vignette in Slovenia?
The minimum is 7 days — the shortest Slovenian vignette is the 7-day one; there is no 1-day vignette in Slovenia, so even a short transit requires at least the 7-day vignette. In 2026 you can order it from us for 23,50 € (Class 2A, passenger car) — the price includes the road toll and order handling; as an intermediary we register the vignette in the official DARS system.
Do I need a vignette if I only transit to Croatia?
Yes. Any use of a Slovenian motorway requires a vignette — even a few kilometres of transit to Croatia. Borders are open (Schengen), but the ANPR cameras work from the first kilometre of motorway.
Why is there no daily vignette in Slovenia?
Slovenia simply does not offer a daily or 10-day vignette — the shortest period is 7 days (23,50 €). That is an exception among its neighbours; Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary offer shorter ones. For a short transit, buy at least the 7-day one.
What is the difference between Class 2A and 2B?
It is the vehicle height measured <strong>above the front axle</strong>, not weight, that decides. Below 1.30 m — Class 2A (passenger car, cheaper). 1.30 m or more — Class 2B (van, MPV, motorhome), almost 2× dearer. You will find the value in the registration document. Wrong class = fine.
From when is the vignette valid after purchase?
You can pick any start date — even months ahead. If you choose today, registration in the official system usually takes 2–3 minutes after the payment is processed.
How long is the annual vignette valid?
The Slovenian annual vignette is valid for exactly 365 days from the start of validity — NOT until the end of the calendar year. Buy in July, drive until next July.
What if I enter the wrong registration number?
That is a serious problem — the vignette would be linked to a non-existent vehicle. Always check the plate before confirming. After registration a change is impossible and a new one must be bought.
Does my motorcycle need a vignette?
Yes. In Slovenia a motorcycle is tolled — it is Class 1. It is cheaper than the car class; 7 days, six months and a year are available.
Does a caravan need a separate vignette?
No. In Slovenia trailers are exempt — you pay only for the towing vehicle (Class 2A or 2B, depending on its height above the front axle). No separate trailer vignette is needed.
Is the Karawanken Tunnel covered by the vignette?
No. The Karawanken Tunnel on the A2 (from Austria, 7,864 m) has a SEPARATE toll of about €8.50 per crossing, charged at the barrier. The vignette does not cover it. Details at hit.si.
Does a coach buy a vignette?
A coach over 3.5 t does not buy a vignette — it falls under the DarsGo electronic toll (per kilometre). We offer vignettes, not DarsGo charges for heavy vehicles.
What is the penalty for the wrong vignette class?
Buying Class 2A for a vehicle that needs 2B is treated as driving without a vignette — a fine of up to €800. So check the vehicle height above the front axle in the registration document before buying.
Can I refund a vignette I did not use?
Yes, but only BEFORE registration. If you bought with a future date and your plans changed, write to us or handle it directly at evinjeta.dars.si. After registration no refund is possible.
How do I check whether my vignette is valid?
Go to evinjeta.dars.si, enter the registration number — the system shows valid vignettes and their validity periods. Free, no login.
Do vignette prices rise each year?
Usually yes, in line with inflation. The 2026 rates are announced by the official DARS system. If you travel a lot, the annual vignette (128 €) pays off after a few longer trips.
I am continuing through Hungary / Austria — what about the vignette?
The Slovenian vignette works only in Slovenia. For the Czech Republic you need a separate Czech vignette (e-dalnice.org), for Slovakia a Slovak one (e-znamka.org). Austria and Hungary have their own vignettes bought separately. Links to our sister sites are also at the bottom of this page.
Buy your Slovenia vignette now
No fine, no queues at the border. Order online, registration usually within 2–3 minutes after the payment is processed.
- Period choice: 7 days, 30 days, year
- Classes: 2A (below 1.30 m), 2B (1.30 m or more), 1 (motorcycle)
- Payment: card, Google/Apple Pay
- Confirmation by email after payment
- Registration in the official evinjeta.dars.si system
- You can choose a future start date
- No sticker — everything digital
