Moldova Motorway Vignette Complete Guide: Rates, Payment and Road Tolls 2026
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Moldova Motorway Vignette Complete Guide: Rates, Payment and Road Tolls 2026
System: Time-based vignette (vinietă / e-vinieta) for foreign-registered cars, buses and trucks up to 40 t
Coverage: Public roads outside built-up areas across the Republic of Moldova
Currency: Euro (EUR) is the legal rate set in the Fiscal Code
Technology: Online purchase or payment terminals; electronic payment confirmation linked to the licence plate number
Operator: S.A. Administrația Națională a Drumurilor (National Roads Administration), under the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development
Do I Need a Vignette for Moldova in 2026?
Yes, if your vehicle is registered outside Moldova. Moldova's road vignette (vinietă) applies to foreign-registered cars, buses and trucks. Moldovan-registered vehicles are not required to purchase one. Certain exemptions apply (see below). Driving on Moldova's roads in a foreign-registered vehicle without a valid vignette results in fines.
Key Reality: Moldova's vignette is among the most affordable in Eastern Europe. A 7-day vignette for a foreign-registered car costs EUR 4, making it a negligible cost for transit travellers crossing from Romania to Ukraine or vice versa. A car and its attached trailer are covered by the same tariff category.
2026 Rates: Vignette rates are set in euro by the Fiscal Code (Title IX, Annex 2) and apply throughout 2026. The vignette must be paid immediately on entering Moldova, and a car must be covered for its entire stay.
Who Is Exempt from the Moldova Vignette in 2026?
The following are not subject to the vignette:
- Foreign-registered vehicles holding an international road transport authorization of the type "Exempt from tolls" (Scutit de plata taxelor)
- Diplomatic missions, consular offices and their staff (cars and attached trailers)
- Vehicles placed under the import customs regime by resident persons and companies
- Vehicles of foreign military forces under international treaties
- Vehicles of international emergency intervention teams
There is no exemption for EU-registered vehicles, electric or hybrid vehicles, or short visits.
Moldova Toll Costs: Current Rates 2026
Moldova uses one time-based vignette for all foreign-registered vehicles. The price depends on the vehicle category and the validity period. All rates are in EUR.
Vignette Rates by Vehicle Class and Duration: Cars and Trailers (2026)
| Vehicle Category | 7 Days | 15 Days | 30 Days | 90 Days | 180 Days | Over 180 Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cars (tariff position 8703) and attached trailers | EUR 4 | EUR 8 | EUR 16 | EUR 45 | EUR 85 | EUR 180 |
180-Day Rule: The first entry of a car for up to 180 days costs EUR 85. For each next consecutive or incomplete period of 180 days, select the option Over 180 Days and pay EUR 180.
Vignette Rates by Vehicle Class and Duration: Buses and Trucks (2026)
| Vehicle Category | 1 Day | 7 Days | 30 Days | 90 Days | 12 Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buses with 9 to 24 seats | EUR 6 | EUR 24 | EUR 48 | EUR 120 | EUR 480 |
| Buses with 25 seats or more | EUR 7 | EUR 28 | EUR 56 | EUR 140 | EUR 560 |
| Trucks up to 3.5 t, with or without trailer | EUR 5 | EUR 20 | EUR 40 | EUR 100 | EUR 400 |
| Trucks from 3.5 t to 10 t, with or without trailer | EUR 8 | EUR 32 | EUR 64 | EUR 160 | EUR 640 |
| Trucks from 10 t to 40 t, with or without trailer | EUR 11 | EUR 55 | EUR 112 | EUR 280 | EUR 1,120 |
Note: Rates are set in EUR by the Fiscal Code, Title IX, Annex 2. The rate is doubled for vehicles carrying dangerous goods. Buses and trucks need a valid vignette only while using public roads. The amount payable is shown on the e-vinieta portal at the time of purchase.
How to Pay Moldova Tolls 2026
Foreign drivers must pay the vignette immediately on entering Moldova. The confirmation must be carried during the entire stay.
1. E-Vinieta Online (evinieta.gov.md and vinieta.gov.md):
- Official government portals for the purchase of the vignette
- Select the vehicle category, the start date and the validity period
- Enter the plate number and the VIN; the confirmation is linked to the plate number
- Avoid online payment between 23:45 and 00:01. The payment can be blocked, the vignette is not valid and the money is returned automatically to the card
2. Payment Terminals and Bank Branches:
- MAIB (Moldova Agroindbank) branches and self-service terminals, available at border crossing points
- Qiwi, Paymaster, MMPS and PayNet terminals at most border crossing points, PECO fuel stations and shopping centres
- Payment through the MPay service (see the official purchase guide in Useful Links)
- Check the plate number, vehicle category and validity period on the payment receipt
3. Entering the Vehicle Data Correctly:
- Enter the plate number with Latin letters only
- Do not use spaces, dashes or hyphens between letters and digits
- Cyrillic letters must be transliterated: А = A, В = B, Е = E, К = K, М = M, Н = H, О = O, Р = P, С = C, Т = T, У = Y, Х = X
4. Validity Period:
- The vignette starts at 00:00 on the day selected by the user
- If the start date is the current day, the vignette starts at the time of the payment confirmation
- The vignette ends at 24:00 on the last day of the paid period
For payment support, contact the vignette service at vinieta@andsa.md or +373 22 221 114. To calculate toll costs for your vehicle type and route across Moldova, use the TollGuru toll calculator:
Recent Changes (2026)
Fines for Driving Without a Vignette:
- Fines are set by Article 287^3 of the Contravention Code (Code No. 218/2008). One conventional unit equals 50 MDL
- Foreign car or trailer in Moldova without a vignette for less than 7 days: 45 to 60 conventional units (2,250 to 3,000 MDL)
- Foreign car or trailer in Moldova without a vignette for more than 7 days: 60 to 78 conventional units (3,000 to 3,900 MDL)
- Repeat offences in the same calendar year carry higher fines, starting at 130 conventional units for individuals
- Across all vehicle categories and persons, the official FAQ states a range of 45 to 180 conventional units (2,250 to 9,000 MDL)
Consequences Beyond the Fine:
- The Border Police do not allow a vehicle to leave Moldova until proof of payment for the whole stay and the fine are presented
- Paying the fine does not cancel the duty to pay the vignette, including each consecutive or incomplete period of 180 days
- Drivers must carry the payment confirmation during the entire stay
Vehicles Arriving from Ukraine:
- Since 10 January 2023, vehicles not registered in Moldova that enter or transit Moldova from Ukraine pay the vignette
EU Integration Context:
- Moldova achieved EU candidate status in 2022 and accession negotiations are ongoing as of 2026
Moldova Road Network Overview 2026
The vignette is a road usage fee for public roads outside built-up areas. Urban streets within city limits are outside the scope of the fee.
Key border crossing points for vehicles from Romania and Ukraine:
- Albița, Sculeni and Leușeni on the border with Romania
- Main crossings on the border with Ukraine, where payment terminals are available
Planning Your Journey in Moldova 2026
Cost Considerations:
- Transit by car between Romania and Ukraine: a 7-day vignette at EUR 4 covers the transit and is one of the lowest road-use costs in Europe
- Longer stays: the 30-day vignette at EUR 16 is recommended for visitors staying up to a month
- Stays up to 6 months: the 180-day vignette costs EUR 85. Longer stays require the Over 180 Days option at EUR 180 for each next period
Border Crossing Tips:
- Purchase the vignette at evinieta.gov.md before arrival to avoid queues at the border
- Select the start date to match the planned border crossing date. The vignette starts at 00:00 of the selected day
- Do not pay online between 23:45 and 00:01
- Check the plate number, vehicle category and validity on the payment confirmation, and keep it for road checks
Moldova vs. Neighbouring Countries 2026
Moldova's vignette system is one of the most affordable in the Eastern European region. The table below compares Moldova with its direct neighbours and nearby vignette countries for a passenger car. The validity period is shown in brackets because it differs by country.
| Country | System Type | Short-Stay Cost (Car) | Long-Stay Cost (Car) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moldova | Vignette (e-vinieta) | EUR 4 (7 days) | EUR 85 (180 days); EUR 180 (over 180 days) |
| Romania | Rovinieta e-vignette | 30 to 39 RON (10 days), depends on emission class | About 292 RON (12 months, Euro V-IV) |
| Ukraine | Point tolls (limited network) | Variable per toll point | No annual pass |
| Hungary | e-matrica vignette | ~EUR 15 (10 days) | ~EUR 145 (annual) |
| Bulgaria | e-vignette | ~EUR 11 (7 days) | ~EUR 97 (annual) |
| Slovakia | e-vignette | ~EUR 15.50 (10 days) | ~EUR 55 (annual) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do foreign vehicles need a Moldova vignette?
Yes. All foreign-registered vehicles, including those from EU member states, must pay a valid vignette on entering Moldova. There is no exemption for EU plates or short visits. Only the exempt categories listed above are excluded.
Can I buy the vignette at the border?
Yes. Payment terminals at most border crossing points (MAIB, Qiwi, Paymaster, MMPS and PayNet) accept vignette payments. Buying online at evinieta.gov.md before arrival is faster and avoids queues at the border.
What is the fine for driving without a vignette?
A foreign car without a vignette for less than 7 days faces 2,250 to 3,000 MDL. For more than 7 days the fine is 3,000 to 3,900 MDL. Repeat offences within the same year are higher. The fine does not replace the vignette payment.
Does the vignette cover all roads in Moldova?
The vignette covers public roads outside built-up areas. Urban streets within city limits are outside the scope of the fee.
Are electric vehicles exempt from the vignette?
No. The official exemption list does not include electric or hybrid vehicles. All vehicles must pay the vignette for their category, regardless of fuel type.
Do trucks need a vignette or a distance toll?
Trucks and buses pay a time-based vignette by weight class, up to 40 t. No distance-based toll applies. Buses and trucks need a valid vignette only while using public roads.
Can I pay the vignette online at midnight?
No. Online payment between 23:45 and 00:01 can be blocked. In this case the vignette is not valid and the money is returned automatically to the card.
How long can a car stay on one vignette?
The 180-day vignette (EUR 85) covers the first 180 days. For each next consecutive or incomplete period of 180 days, select Over 180 Days (EUR 180).
Useful Links & Resources
Neighbouring Country Toll Pages:
- Romania Motorway Vignette - Rovinieta e-vignette guide for vehicles entering from the west
- Ukraine Toll Roads - Road toll information for vehicles transiting to/from Ukraine
Regional Vignette Countries:
- Hungary Motorway Vignette - e-matrica system for westward connections
- Bulgaria Tolls & E-Vignette - vignette system for south-western routes
- Slovakia Motorway Vignette - e-vignette for routes through Central Europe
Official Resources:
