Bulgaria: Highway vignette 30 percent more expensive since August 1, 2026
Anyone traveling through Bulgaria by car has been paying significantly more for the motorway vignette (Bulgarian: vinetka) since August 1, 2026: The Bulgarian Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works has raised prices across the board by 30 percent. The annual vignette for cars now costs 64.50 euros instead of the previous 49.60 euros.
The increase is justified by the poor condition of many Bulgarian second- and third-class roads, as well as the need for investment in modern traffic management systems and lighting. The additional annual revenue of over 48 million euros is to be used specifically for repairs to lower-category roads and for the modernization of toll systems.
These are the new prices for cars
For cars and other category B vehicles (up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight), the following vignette prices apply as of August 1, 2026: The annual vignette costs 64.50 euros (previously 49.60 euros), the quarterly vignette 35.90 euros (previously 27.61 euros), the monthly vignette 19.90 euros (previously 15.34 euros), the weekly vignette 10.00 euros (previously 7.67 euros), the weekend vignette 6.60 euros (previously 5.11 euros), and the daily vignette 5.30 euros (previously 4.09 euros).
Customers who obtain their Bulgaria vignette through the Europamaut flat rate don't need to worry about the price increase: The monthly flat-rate fee remains unchanged, regardless of how often the official Bulgarian vignette prices change. All details about the 7-day vignette for Bulgaria can be found on the flat-rate page for Bulgaria.
Bulgaria toll at a glance
For cars and motorhomes up to 3.5 t GVW, the digital vignette requirement applies on motorways and expressways. It is a flat fee for a fixed period. Motorcycles are exempt from the vignette requirement.
For trucks and buses over 3.5 t GVW, the distance-based toll applies instead. Its amount depends on factors such as the distance driven, number of axles and emission class. Motorhomes are excluded from this and need only the vignette, even above 3.5 t GVW. In addition, certain Danube crossings (e.g. bridges, ferries) charge a separate special toll, regardless of any other toll product.
All details on tolls in BulgariaThe vignette flat rate explained
With our vignette flat rate, you save yourself the hassle of buying individually for each trip: for just 12,80 €* per month, it covers the included vignettes in 8 European countries. For each trip, simply select the appropriate vignette, and the toll fee is then already covered by your flat rate. You are not tied to any single country.
*Official Bulgarian vignette fee (7-day vignette, category B, as of 2026): 10.00 €, full coverage of the vignette fee by DMC, flat price (per calendar month): 12,80 €, notice period 0 days.
- One flat rate, 8 countries
- Travel flexibly
- Termination directly in the administration
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
Planning a trip to Bulgaria, perhaps to the Black Sea coast or the mountain regions around Bansko? You'll find all the details on vehicle categories and validity in our guide to the toll in Bulgaria. Vignette prices are also rising in Hungary at the turn of the year 2027 – we'll keep you up to date on all European vignette countries. If you have any questions, you can reach us at any time by email.
Frequently asked questions about the Bulgarian vignette price increase 2026
The most important answers about the new vinetka prices since August 2026.
Since when have the new Bulgarian vignette prices been in effect?
The prices for the Bulgarian motorway vignette (vinetka), which are 30 percent higher, have been in effect since August 1, 2026.
Do I have to pay more now as a Europe Toll flat-rate customer?
Why were the Bulgarian vignette prices increased?
How much does the Bulgarian annual vignette cost now?
