Your Access Pass to Swiss Motorways
The Swiss vignette is a mandatory toll sticker required for all vehicles using Switzerland’s national motorways (Autobahnen). For a flat fee of CHF 40, it grants you unlimited access for the entire validity period, covering travel through key alpine tunnels and major cities without additional tolls. It's the key to a smooth journey through the heart of Europe.
This annual sticker, affixed to your vehicle's windshield, simplifies toll collection and ensures smooth passage across the extensive Swiss motorway network. It's a testament to Switzerland's efficient infrastructure, making your road trips hassle-free once correctly applied.

How It Works: A Simple 3-Step Process

1. Where to Purchase
Buy your vignette at border crossings, gas stations, and post offices across Switzerland, or from official online portals before you travel. Look for official vendors to ensure genuine products.

2. How to Affix It
Peel and stick the vignette directly onto the inside of your windshield. Place it on the left side or behind the rearview mirror. Do not use tape or film, as this invalidates it.

3. Understand Its Validity
The vignette is valid for 14 months: from December 1st of the previous year until January 31st of the following year. There are no short-term options, only the annual sticker.
Visitor Essentials & Common Pitfalls

Rental Car Users
Before driving, always check if your rental car already has a valid vignette. Most Swiss rental cars come with one, but it's crucial to confirm to avoid purchasing one unnecessarily.

Trailers & Caravans
Vehicles pulling a trailer or caravan require two separate vignettes—one for the towing vehicle and one for the trailer or caravan itself, each properly affixed.

Fines for Non-Compliance
Driving on a motorway without a properly affixed vignette results in an on-the-spot fine of CHF 200, plus the mandatory purchase of a new vignette. Avoid this costly mistake!
Our Role: We Provide Directions, Not Sales
Please note that our service is purely informational. We provide clear directions and guidance to help you navigate Swiss regulations. We do not sell vignettes ourselves and are not affiliated with any sales channels. Our aim is to equip you with the knowledge needed for a smooth journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
National Motorway Network Requiring the Vignette

The vignette is mandatory on all roads with green and white motorway signage, as shown on the map. This includes most major national routes and ensures seamless travel across the country's essential transport arteries.
Have a Question About the Instructions?
Contact Information
We are here to help clarify any aspect of the Swiss vignette regulations. Please note, we do not sell vignettes or handle official inquiries regarding your specific vehicle registration.
Swiss Vignette InfoHirschmattstrasse 40
6003 Luzern
Switzerland
Phone: +41 41 329 8808
Email: [email protected]

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