Romania introduces new electronic toll system from October 2026
Romania is putting its toll system on a new technical footing. According to the state road authority CNAIR, the technical implementation of the new electronic toll system STRR is to be completed by 31 August 2026, while actual tariff collection and enforcement will start from 1 October 2026. For trucks over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight, the new TollRo system will be used in parallel. From 15 January 2027, the Romanian system is also to become interoperable with the toll systems of other EU countries via SETRE.
The new system has been running since 1 October 2026. For cars and motorhomes, the time-based Rovinieta remains in place, but the price is now based on the Euro emission class (details in our article on the Rovinieta from 1 October 2026). However, the technical system changeover in the background may temporarily cause uncertainty, for example regarding whether a vignette already purchased remains valid throughout the transition.
STRR and TollRo: two new systems, different target groups
The changeover affects two separate areas. The Electronic Road Pricing System (STRR) will in future form the technical basis for the Rovinieta, i.e. the classic vignette. TollRo, on the other hand, is aimed at goods vehicles (trucks) over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight, which were previously also subject to the time-based Rovinieta and will, from October, be charged for the first time based on kilometres driven. According to CNAIR, both systems are to be technically ready by the end of August, but the new tariffs will only actually be applied and enforced from October. Buses and other passenger transport vehicles will remain under the Rovinieta.
Important for anyone who already holds a Rovinieta or plans to buy a new one shortly: an already valid vignette does not automatically lose its validity due to the system changeover; the changeover primarily affects the technical processing and enforcement in the background, not the entitlements already acquired.
EU-wide interoperability from 2027
Another building block of the reform concerns the future beyond Romania: from 15 January 2027, the Romanian toll system is to be linked with the toll systems of other EU states via the European interoperability service SETRE. In the long term, this could simplify cross-border billing of toll costs within the EU. For the current travel season, however, this has no practical effect yet; initially, the changeover concerns only the Romanian system itself.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant journey!
The technical changeover to STRR and TollRo primarily affects the systems in the background, not your trip planning. Anyone travelling through other countries besides Romania is well advised to use our flat rate: for 12.80 €* per month, you can activate vignettes for various European countries. Simply ideal if your route also takes you through Austria or Switzerland, for example. Get your flat rate from us now, quick and easy, and set off on your holiday with peace of mind. If you have any questions, you can reach us at any time by email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most important questions about the new electronic toll system in Romania.
Will my current Rovinieta lose its validity due to the switch?
No. Vignettes already purchased and valid remain unaffected by the technical system changeover and continue to be valid as usual until their expiry date.
Do I need to change anything about my purchase or activation process as a car driver?
What does TollRo mean for me as a holiday traveler by car?
When will EU-wide interoperability become tangible in practice?
* ASFINAG toll fee (10-day vignette): 12.80 €, toll fee fully covered by DMC, flat price (per calendar month): 12.80 €, notice period 0 days
