Romania Motorway Vignette (Rovinieta) Complete Guide: Rates and Payment 2026
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Romania Motorway Vignette (Rovinieta) Complete Guide
System: Time-based electronic vignette (Rovinieta) + distance-based TollRo for trucks over 3.5t (operational since October 1, 2026) + bridge tolls on select routes
Operator: CNAIR (Compania Nationala de Administrare a Infrastructurii Rutiere)
Currency: Romanian Leu (RON) — EUR widely accepted at purchase points
Coverage: CNAIR-managed national roads, expressways, and motorways (DN, E, A routes), excluding national road sections inside municipality limits (between town entry and exit signs)
Technology: Electronic vignette database (no windscreen sticker); ANPR enforcement cameras; TollRo route tickets and CNAIR mobile app (satellite positioning) for trucks
Do I Need a Rovinieta for Romania? 2026 Update
Yes — any 4 wheelers registered outside Romania or any Romanian-registered vehicle using national roads (DN), European roads (E), expressways, or motorways (A) must hold a valid rovinieta. This applies to passenger cars, campervans, motorcycles, and trucks. Driving without one carries an on-the-spot fine of 500–1,000 RON.
Key Reality: Romania switched to a fully electronic vignette system — there is no physical sticker. Your vehicle registration plate is linked to the vignette in the CNAIR database, and roadside cameras check compliance automatically. Always save your purchase confirmation as proof.
2026 Update: Romania continues to expand its A-road motorway network, with new sections of the A3 (Transylvania Motorway) and A7 (Moldova Motorway) entering service. Drivers on the A2 only pay a flat-rate bridge toll (taxă de pod) when crossing the Danube River at Fetești-Cernavodă. CNAIR has also expanded enforcement camera coverage on border-entry corridors. TollRo, Romania's distance-based toll for freight vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, became operational on October 1, 2026. It applies on the CNAIR-managed network of motorways, expressways and national roads (see the TollRo section below).
Romania Rovinieta Costs: Current Rates
The rovinieta is priced by vehicle category and validity duration. Rates below are in RON (approximate EUR equivalents shown for reference). Rates are set by Government Decision and are subject to annual adjustment; always verify the current tariff at the point of purchase.
Rovinieta Rates by Vehicle Category and Duration (2026)
| Vehicle Category | 7 Days | 30 Days | 90 Days | Annual (12 months) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cars up to 3.5t, max 9 passengers (B) | No rate | 49.81 RON | No rate | 262.15 RON |
| Vehicles 3.5t–7.5t OR trailers >3.5t (C) | 99.62 RON | 199.23 RON | No rate | 1992.34 RON |
| Vehicles 7.5t–12t, 2 axles (D) | 173.02 RON | 348.66 RON | No rate | 3860.6 RON |
EUR equivalents are approximate (exchange rate ~5.00 RON/EUR). Rates verified against CNAIR tariff schedule; check Roviniete for the current published tariff before travel.
Per-Km Tolls
Only Fetești–Cernavodă sits on Autostrada Soarelui (A2) between Bucharest and Constanța. Giurgiu–Ruse is on DN5 / E85 / E70 while Giurgeni–Vadu Oii is on DN2A / E60. Approximate rates for passenger cars (Category B):
| Route Section | Car Toll (approx.) | Motorcycle | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giurgiu - Rousse Bridge | 15 RON | 0 RON | Multiple toll plazas |
| Fetesti – Cernavoda Bridge | 19 RON | 0 RON | Includes Cernavoda bridge toll |
| Giurgeni - Vadul Oii Bridge | 16 RON | 0 RON | Connects to Black Sea coast |
How to Buy the Romania Rovinieta
Purchase before entering Romanian roads — enforcement cameras operate at border crossings. You can buy online in advance or at the border.
1. Online (Recommended):
- Roviniete — Official CNAIR portal; purchase by vehicle registration number; valid immediately or from a chosen future date
- Third-party platforms (AutoVit, eToll.ro) also available but add service fees
- Confirmation email serves as proof; no windscreen sticker issued
2. Border Crossing Points:
- CNAIR booths operate at all major road border crossings (Nadlac, Bors, Giurgiu, Albita, Vama Veche)
- Cash (RON or EUR) and card accepted; EUR rates displayed on-site
- Note: Cameras at border entry record your plate before you reach the booth — buy online to eliminate any gap in coverage
3. Petrol Stations and Shops:
- Available at Rompetrol, OMV, MOL, and most major fuel chains inside Romania
- Some supermarkets and post offices also sell roviniete
To calculate complete trip costs including the rovinieta and A2 per-km tolls, use the TollGuru Romania toll calculator:
TollRo: Distance-Based Truck Toll (Operational Since October 1, 2026)
TollRo is a distance-based charge for heavy freight vehicles, separate from the time-based rovinieta. It is administered by CNAIR through its electronic road charging system (STRR).
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who pays | All registered vehicles designed and built for freight transport with a maximum authorised mass (MTMA) over 3.5 tonnes. Mixed-transport vehicles are treated as freight vehicles. |
| Network | SETRE Romania: national roads, expressways and motorways managed by CNAIR, excluding national road sections inside municipality limits (between entry and exit signs). |
| How it is calculated | Unit tariff multiplied by the distance driven on each road section, counted in whole kilometres. |
| Tariff depends on | Road category (motorways and expressways vs. national roads) and the vehicle's EURO emission class. |
| Payment methods | Single-passage route ticket (portal, CNAIR points of work, or mobile app) or the free CNAIR TollRO mobile app (distance tracked by GPS). |
| Collected by | CNAIR (Compania Nationala de Administrare a Infrastructurii Rutiere). |
TollRo Tariffs (RON per km, VAT included)
| Vehicle Category (MTMA) | Road Type | EURO VI | EURO V-IV | EURO III-0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5t to 7.5t (Category I) | Motorways and expressways | 0.17 | 0.19 | 0.22 |
| 3.5t to 7.5t (Category I) | National roads | 0.08 | 0.10 | 0.11 |
| Over 7.5t, under 12t (Category II) | Motorways and expressways | 0.29 | 0.33 | 0.37 |
| Over 7.5t, under 12t (Category II) | National roads | 0.14 | 0.16 | 0.19 |
| 12t and over (Category III) | Motorways and expressways | 0.48 | 0.55 | 0.62 |
| 12t and over (Category III) | National roads | 0.24 | 0.28 | 0.31 |
Tariffs set by Ministry of Transport Order no. 1,925/2025 (Official Gazette no. 940, October 10, 2025). Amounts are updated annually in line with the consumer price index published by the National Institute of Statistics. Verify the current rates on the CNAIR TollRo tariff page before travel.
Rates follow two rules: EURO V-IV vehicles pay about 15% more than EURO VI, EURO III-0 vehicles pay about 30% more, and national roads are charged at roughly half the motorway and expressway rate. Example: a vehicle of 12t or more driving 1,000 km entirely on motorways pays 480 RON (EURO VI) or 620 RON (EURO III-0).
Route Ticket (Tichet de Ruta)
- Electronic record in the STRR database confirming TollRo has been paid for one passage of a vehicle or vehicle combination along a predefined route (origin, intermediate points, destination)
- Must be paid before the trip, no earlier than 72 hours before the start date and time declared by the user
- Valid for 72 hours from the declared start; it expires after that even if the route was only partly driven or not driven at all
- Vehicle data must be declared exactly as shown on the registration certificate, and the declared route and time window must be followed
- Available through the CNAIR portal, CNAIR points of work, and the TollRO mobile app
TollRO Mobile App
- Free for Romanian and foreign users on iOS and Android; records the distance driven on the network by satellite positioning
- Start the app before entering the network, declare the vehicle or combination correctly, and keep enough balance loaded for the whole trip
- Keep GPS, mobile data and automatic time and time zone updates switched on, keep the battery charged, and stop the app at the end of the trip or when the vehicle configuration changes
Service Providers (SETRo)
Operators can also sign contracts for electronic road charging services with a SETRo provider. According to CNAIR, STRR gives SETRo providers access to the system from January 15, 2027.
Recent Changes (2026)
Truck Tolling (TollRo):
- TollRo became operational on October 1, 2026 for freight vehicles over 3.5 tonnes MTMA
- CNAIR released the TollRO mobile app for iOS and Android; route tickets are also sold through CNAIR portal
- SETRo service provider access to the system is scheduled from January 15, 2027
Motorway Network Expansion:
- A3 Transylvania Motorway: Additional sections between Cluj-Napoca and Targu Mures opened; Romania’s Ministry of Transportation officially removed the Brașov–Târgu Mureș segment from the A3 plans
- A7 Moldova Motorway: Sections in Moldavian lowlands under active construction, with partial opening expected on eastern segments
- A1 Sibiu–Pitesti: Tunnelled mountain sections remain under construction; detour via DN7 still required for through traffic
Enforcement and Digital:
- ANPR camera network expanded at border entry points (Nadlac II, Bors II, Giurgiu) — vignette checked at crossing, not just on-road
- eTarife mobile app updated with improved foreign plate input for non-Romanian keyboards
- Real-time vignette validity check available via Roviniete using plate number and issuing country
Penalty Increases:
- On-the-spot fines for no vignette remain 500–1,000 RON for passenger cars; heavy vehicle fines can reach 4,000 RON
- Fines for foreign-registered vehicles are payable at the roadside; vehicles may be immobilised until payment
Planning Your Journey Through Romania
Typical Trip Cost Examples (Category A car, 2026):
- 2 Months trip: 49.81 RON — among the cheapest vignettes in Europe
- Month-long road trip (30-day rovinieta): 49.81 RON
- Annual road tax for Romanian residents: 262.15 RON
Key Routes and Vignette Requirement:
- Bucharest–Budapest via A1/A3: Rovinieta required throughout Romanian section; Hungarian vignette needed separately
- Bucharest–Sofia via A1/E81: Romanian rovinieta required; Bulgarian e-vignette required separately after border
- Bucharest–Constanta (Black Sea): Rovinieta + A2 per-km tolls (~27 RON for car)
- Transit Nadlac–Bucharest via A1: ~550 km; rovinieta only (no additional per-km toll on A1)
Duration Selection Tips:
- Transit visitors (crossing Romania): 7-day vignette is optimal value
- Holiday travellers spending 2–4 weeks: 30-day vignette saves minor hassle vs. two 7-day purchases
- Truckers and commercial operators: Evaluate 90-day vs. annual based on frequency; annual saves ~30% over four quarterly purchases
- Trucks over 3.5t: TollRo is paid per trip (route ticket valid 72 hours from the declared start) and is not part of the rovinieta duration choice
- Validity runs from the start date you select, not from first road use — schedule carefully when buying online in advance
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a physical vignette sticker for Romania?
No. Romania operates a fully electronic system — your vehicle plate is registered in the CNAIR database. No sticker is issued and no sticker is needed. Keep your purchase confirmation email as proof if asked by police.
Can I drive on Romanian motorways without a rovinieta?
No. All 4 wheelers — Romanian and foreign — must hold a valid rovinieta to use national roads (DN), European routes (E), expressways, and motorways (A). Enforcement cameras operate at border crossings and throughout the network. Fines start at 500 RON for passenger cars and can scale up to 1,000 RON depending on the specific legal assessment.
Does the rovinieta cover the A2 per-km tolls?
No. The rovinieta is a network access vignette. The extra charge on the A2 Bucharest–Constanța motorway is actually a specific bridge toll (known as taxă de pod) for crossing the Danube at Fetesti–Cernavodă. Pay these at the toll booths (cash or card) or via OBU. For passenger cars, no other Romanian motorway charges additional per-km fees beyond the rovinieta. Trucks over 3.5t also pay the distance-based TollRo (see the TollRo section above).
What if my car tows a caravan or trailer into Romania?
If the trailer or caravan has a GVW over 3.5t, you must buy a Category C rovinieta for it separately, in addition to the Category B for your car. Trailers under 3.5t GVW do not need a separate vignette.
Can I buy the rovinieta at the border?
Yes, CNAIR booths are present at all major road border crossings. However, enforcement cameras log your plate as you enter — if there is any delay between crossing and reaching the booth, you risk a fine. Buying online before you travel eliminates this risk entirely.
Does the 7-day rovinieta start from the date of purchase?
When purchasing online, you choose the start date. The vignette becomes valid from 00:00 on that date. When buying at a border booth or petrol station, validity starts immediately. The 7-day period ends at 23:59 on the seventh calendar day.
Are electric vehicles exempt from the rovinieta?
As of 2026, electric vehicles (EVs) are completely required to pay the standard rovinieta (road vignette) and there is no exemption or reduced-rate national incentive scheme for them based on registration.
Does TollRo apply to passenger cars?
No. TollRo applies to registered vehicles designed and built for freight with a maximum authorised mass over 3.5 tonnes. Mixed-transport vehicles are treated as freight vehicles. Passenger cars continue to need only the rovinieta.
How much does TollRo cost per kilometre?
Between 0.08 and 0.62 RON per km including VAT, depending on vehicle weight category, EURO emission class and road type. A vehicle of 12t or more pays 0.48 to 0.62 RON per km on motorways and expressways and 0.24 to 0.31 RON per km on national roads. See the TollRo tariff table above for every category.
How long is a TollRo route ticket valid?
A route ticket is valid for one passage along the declared route and expires 72 hours after the start date and time you declare. It must be paid before the trip, no earlier than 72 hours ahead of the declared start. After 72 hours it is void, even if the route was not fully driven.
Can I pay TollRo with the mobile app?
Yes. The free CNAIR TollRO app (iOS and Android) tracks distance on the network by GPS and charges against a balance you load. Start it before entering the network, declare the vehicle correctly, and keep GPS, mobile data and sufficient balance active for the whole trip.
Romania vs. Neighbouring Countries
| Country | System Type | Car Annual Cost (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romania | E-vignette + A2 per-km | 18.35 RON (1 day) | Among Europe's cheapest vignettes |
| Hungary | E-vignette (e-matrica) | ~€50 | Annual vignette; motorways only |
| Bulgaria | E-vignette | ~€15 | Covers all first-class roads |
| Serbia | Per-km toll (cash/electronic) | Variable (~€20–40 transit) | No vignette; per-plaza payment |
| Moldova | Vignette (limited network) | Low cost | Limited motorway coverage |
| Ukraine | Per-km on select roads | Variable | Border crossing limited; verify status |
| Slovakia | E-vignette (diaľničná známka) | ~€50 | Motorways and expressways |
Official Resources
- Roviniete — Official CNAIR portal to purchase, verify, and manage roviniete
- TollRo - Official CNAIR portal for TollRo information, tariffs, route ticket verification, and payment methods
- CNAIR (Compania Nationala de Administrare a Infrastructurii Rutiere) — National road infrastructure authority; motorway news and construction updates
- Romanian Traffic Police (Politia Rutiera) — Traffic regulations, fines, and enforcement information
