Romania: Rovinieta for cars significantly more expensive since September 1, 2026
Since September 1, 2026, a significantly higher Rovinieta rate has been in effect in Romania for cars – the state road administration CNAIR has raised the annual vignette for passenger cars from the previous 28 to 50 euros, while the daily vignette rose from 2.50 to 3.50 euros. The prices for trucks and buses remain unaffected by the increase.
Vignettes purchased before September 1, 2026 retain their full validity until the end of their respective term – no additional purchase or exchange is necessary.
Fines are also rising
Along with the price increase, CNAIR has also significantly raised the fines for missing a vignette: the minimum fine rose from 275 to 500 Lei, and the maximum fine from 550 to 1,000 Lei (roughly 100 to 200 euros converted).
Anyone who regularly enters via one of Romania's border crossings should therefore check the validity of their Rovinieta especially carefully before setting off – checks are carried out by camera based on the license plate, without any barrier or toll booth.
Romania toll at a glance
For all vehicles except motorcycles, the digital vignette requirement (Rovinieta) applies on the Romanian national road network. It is a flat fee for a fixed period, regardless of vehicle weight. Motorcycles are fully exempt from the toll requirement.
Romania itself has no distance-based kilometre toll. In addition, Danube crossings (e.g. at the Giurgiu-Ruse border bridge) charge a separate special toll, regardless of the Rovinieta.
All details on tolls in RomaniaThe 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 Romanian Rovinieta fee (10-day vignette, category A/passenger car, incl. VAT, depending on Euro class since 01.10.2026): 27 to 39 lei (approx. €5.11 to 7.39), full coverage of the vignette fee by DMC, flat rate (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!
Before your next trip to Romania, check whether your Rovinieta is still valid and at which rate it was booked. You can find everything about the vignette requirement in Romania on our Romania overview page. Our article on the Romanian road system gives an overview of Romania's road network. If you have any questions, you can reach us at any time by email.
Frequently asked questions about the Rovinieta price increase
The most important answers about the new Rovinieta price structure for cars.
Do I need to purchase my already purchased Rovinieta again now?
No. Vignettes purchased before September 1, 2026 remain valid until the end of their term under the old conditions.
Are trucks and buses also affected by the price increase?
No, the price increase affects only the Rovinieta for cars. The rates for trucks and buses remain unchanged.
What happens if I get caught without a valid Rovinieta?
Until 30 September 2026, the fine ranged between 500 and 1,000 Lei. Since 1 October 2026, it amounts to two to four times the annual Rovinieta, for a car depending on the Euro class approximately 456 to 1,320 Lei (approx. 85 to 250 €).
