Latvia Toll Roads Complete Guide: Vignette, HGV Rates and Payment 2026

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Latvia Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: E-vignette (goods vehicles from 3,001 kg)
Operator: Latvian State Roads (Latvijas Valsts ceļi, LVC); e-vignette sold via lvvignette.eu
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Coverage: Main and regional state roads with toll road status
Technology: E-vignette (ANPR enforcement)

Do I Need a Vignette for Latvia in 2026?

No, you do not need a vignette if you are driving a passenger car, motorcycle, or any vehicle with a gross vehicle weight up to 3,000 kg. Latvia's state roads are free for tourist and consumer vehicles. The vignette is a road-user charge for goods vehicles (N1, N2, N3) with a gross weight of 3,001 kg or more, including vehicle combinations.

Key Reality: There are no cash tollbooths anywhere in Latvia. Goods vehicles from 3,001 kg pay a time-based e-vignette (valid for 1 day, 7 days, 30 days, 270 days or 1 year). A goods vehicle driving without a valid e-vignette can receive a fine of €500 to €1,000.

2026 Rates: Rates for goods vehicles of 3,001 kg to 3,500 kg with Euro VI and less polluting engines stay unchanged throughout 2026 and rise on January 1, 2027. Rates for vehicles above 3.5 tonnes increased on March 1, 2026. Zero-emission vehicles have a zero rate. Vignettes are sold through the national e-vignette portal.

To calculate toll costs across Latvian roads for all vehicle types, use the TollGuru Latvia toll calculator:

Latvia Toll Costs 2026

Latvia uses a time-based e-vignette for all goods vehicles from 3,001 kg. The rate depends on gross weight class, number of axles, Euro emission class and validity period. Zero-emission vehicles pay a zero rate.

E-Vignette Rates by Duration (Goods Vehicles 3,001 kg to 3,500 kg) 2026

Vignette Duration Euro VI & Less Polluting (2026) From January 1, 2027 Zero-Emission Notes
1 Day EUR 5 EUR 7 EUR 0 Valid for one day
7 Days EUR 12 EUR 18 EUR 0 7 consecutive days
30 Days EUR 25 EUR 36 EUR 0 30 consecutive days
1 Year (Annual) EUR 260 EUR 360 EUR 0 Annual validity

Source: Official Latvia vignette tariff portal (LVvignette Tariffs) and Latvian Public Broadcasting (LSM). Rates shown for vehicles with gross weight from 3,001 kg to 3,500 kg.

E-Vignette Rates by Duration (Goods Vehicles 3,501 kg to 12,000 kg, Euro 0, I, II) 2026

Vignette Duration Until February 28, 2026 From March 1, 2026 Notes
1 Day EUR 15 EUR 17 Daily vignette
7 Days EUR 37 EUR 43 Weekly vignette
30 Days EUR 74 EUR 87 Monthly vignette
1 Year (Annual) EUR 760 EUR 870 Annual vignette

Source: Latvian Public Broadcasting (LSM). Rates for other weight classes, axle counts and Euro classes are listed on the official tariff page.

How to Pay Latvia Tolls in 2026

All Latvia toll payments are electronic. There are no cash booths on any Latvian road.

For Goods Vehicles from 3,001 kg (E-Vignette):

  • Online portal: LVvignette - the official e-vignette portal. Register your plate number, select the weight class, Euro class and validity period, and pay by card.
  • Petrol stations and cash desks: Vignettes can also be bought at petrol stations and at Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) cash desks.
  • Rented or leased vehicles: Check with your rental company whether the plate is already registered. If not, you are responsible for buying the vignette before entering toll roads.

For Cars and Light Vehicles up to 3,000 kg:

  • No vignette is needed and no payment is required on any Latvian road.

To calculate exact toll costs for your specific vehicle and route across Latvia, use TollGuru:

Recent Changes (2026)

Vignette Rate Changes:

  • Vehicles above 3.5 tonnes: higher rates apply from March 1, 2026. For vehicles of 3,501 kg to 12,000 kg with Euro 0, I, II engines, the daily rate rose from EUR 15 to EUR 17, the weekly rate from EUR 37 to EUR 43, the monthly rate from EUR 74 to EUR 87 and the annual rate from EUR 760 to EUR 870.
  • Vehicles of 3,001 kg to 3,500 kg with Euro VI and less polluting engines: rates stay at EUR 5 (day), EUR 12 (week), EUR 25 (30 days) and EUR 260 (year) in 2026. From January 1, 2027 they rise to EUR 7, EUR 18, EUR 36 and EUR 360.
  • Zero-emission vehicles have a zero rate. Rates for vehicles with emissions depend on their emission level.

Seasonal Vignette for Farmers:

  • Farmers pay the vignette for three months a year (the winter period) instead of the previous nine months.

Regional Toll Information

Main Toll Road Corridors in Latvia:

  • A1 (Via Baltica): Riga north to the Estonian border at Ainaži. This is the primary coastal corridor to Tallinn and part of the European E67 route.
  • A2: Riga east/northeast to the Estonian border at Veclaicene (continuing toward Pskov, Russia).
  • A3: Inčukalns (near Riga) north to the Estonian border at Valka/Valga.
  • A6: Riga southeast through Daugavpils and Krāslava to the Belarusian border at Pāternieki.
  • A7 (Via Baltica): Riga south through Bauska to the Lithuanian border at Grenctāle.
  • A8: Riga south through Jelgava to the Lithuanian border at Meitene.
  • The vignette applies only to roads with toll road status. The full list of toll road sections is published on LVvignette.

Riga Urban Area:

  • No urban congestion charge or city toll zone in Riga. The vignette applies only to roads with toll road status.
  • Riga's Vanšu Bridge and Salu Bridge are toll-free for all vehicles.
  • Jūrmala city charges a separate seasonal entry fee from April 1 to September 30. This fee is not part of the e-vignette.

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Passenger cars and vehicles up to 3,000 kg: no vignette on any Latvian road, so a transit through Latvia costs nothing in vignette fees.
  • Light goods vehicle of 3,001 kg to 3,500 kg (Euro VI and less polluting): EUR 5 for a one-day transit, EUR 12 for a week, EUR 25 for 30 days and EUR 260 for a year in 2026.
  • Truck of 3,501 kg to 12,000 kg (Euro 0, I, II): EUR 17 for a day, EUR 43 for a week, EUR 87 for 30 days and EUR 870 for a year from March 1, 2026.
  • Operators with regular Latvian trips usually save with the 30-day or annual vignette instead of repeated daily vignettes.

Toll-Free Alternatives:

  • Goods vehicles from 3,001 kg pay the vignette on every road with toll road status. Choosing a different toll road does not avoid the charge.
  • Municipal roads within towns are not subject to the vignette.

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Assuming a Lithuanian or Estonian vignette covers Latvia - each Baltic state has its own independent system.
  • Forgetting that the vignette is linked to your number plate. Changing the truck or tractor unit requires a new vignette for the new plate.
  • Selecting the wrong weight class or Euro class when registering the vignette. The rate depends on both.
  • Buying vignettes from unofficial third-party resellers online at inflated prices - always use the official portal or approved sales points.

Latvia vs. Nearby Countries (2026)

Country Car System Annual Car Cost HGV System
Latvia No vignette for cars EUR 0 Time-based e-vignette (from 3,001 kg)
Estonia E-vignette (plate-based) EUR 39.90 GNSS distance-based
Lithuania E-vignette (plate-based) EUR 56.00 GNSS distance-based
Finland No car tolls EUR 0 No HGV toll (fuel tax)
Poland Free on most roads; tolled motorways Variable e-TOLL GNSS system
Sweden Congestion charges (cities); bridges Variable Eurovignette (weight-based)
Belarus BelToll RFID + vignette Variable BelToll distance-based

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Latvia vignette the same as an Estonia or Lithuania vignette?

No. Each Baltic state runs its own system with separate purchase and rules. A goods vehicle driving from Tallinn to Vilnius must meet the charging rules of each country. There is no combined Baltic vignette as of 2026.

What happens if I drive in Latvia without a vignette?

Stationary and mobile ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras cross-reference your license plate against the Official Latvian E-Vignette Database in real time. A fine of EUR 500 to EUR 1,000 can be issued to the carrier if the charge has not been paid.

Do electric vehicles pay the vignette in Latvia?

Electric passenger cars and electric vehicles up to 3,000 kg are exempt, as are petrol and diesel ones. Zero-emission goods vehicles from 3,001 kg fall under the zero rate (EUR 0).

Where can I buy the vignette?

Buy the vignette before entering toll roads through the LVvignette portal. It is also sold at petrol stations and CSDD cash desks. Buying in advance online is faster.

Do trucks need a vignette?

Yes. Goods vehicles with a gross weight of 3,001 kg or more pay the electronic time-based e-vignette on toll roads. Vehicles up to 3,000 kg pay nothing. The rate depends on gross weight, number of axles, Euro class and validity period.

Do trailers and vehicle combinations count?

Yes. Rates apply to vehicles and their combinations according to gross vehicle weight.

Do tourist or rental cars need a vignette?

No. Passenger cars, including tourist and rental cars, do not need a vignette, regardless of nationality or registration country. A rented goods vehicle of 3,001 kg or more does, so confirm with your provider before driving.

Useful Links and Resources

Official Latvia Toll Resources:

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