Romania Vignette Rules Change from 1 October 2026: What Drivers Need to Know
From 1 October 2026, Romania will introduce major changes to its road charging system.
For passenger cars and eligible light vehicles, the Romanian road vignette — known locally as rovinieta — will remain mandatory. However, the price will also take the vehicle’s EURO emissions class into account.
For goods vehicles with a maximum authorised mass above 3.5 tonnes, Romania will introduce a distance-based charging system called TollRo.
If you are planning to drive from Moldova or another country into Romania after 1 October 2026, it is important to check the new rules before your trip.
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What changes from 1 October 2026?
| Change | What it means |
|---|---|
| EURO emissions class | The vignette price will also depend on the vehicle’s emissions standard |
| New validity options | Vignettes are available for 1, 10, 30, 60 days or 12 months |
| Goods vehicles over 3.5 t | They move to the TollRo system |
| TollRo | The charge depends on the distance travelled |
| Road charging system | Romania moves to a more differentiated charging model |
| Passenger cars | A valid rovinieta remains required |
Vignette prices will depend on the EURO emissions class
One of the most important changes for passenger car drivers is the inclusion of the vehicle’s EURO emissions standard in the road charge calculation.
Under the new system, the rovinieta is determined according to several factors, including:
- vehicle category;
- EURO emissions class;
- validity period.
This means that two vehicles in the same general category may not necessarily pay the same amount if they belong to different emissions classes.
Before buying a vignette, drivers should therefore make sure that the vehicle information is correct.
Where can I find my vehicle’s EURO class?
The emissions class can normally be found in the vehicle’s registration or technical documents.
When purchasing a Romanian vignette, always check the vehicle information carefully, including the registration number and vehicle category.
Under Romanian legislation, when reliable information about a vehicle’s emissions class cannot be provided, the vehicle can be classified as Euro 0 for charging purposes.
How long can a Romanian vignette be valid?
The new system provides the following validity periods:
- 1 day;
- 10 days;
- 30 days;
- 60 days;
- 12 months.
This gives drivers more flexibility when choosing a vignette for a short visit, holiday, business trip or regular travel through Romania.
The exact price depends on the vehicle and the applicable tariff.
Is Romania cancelling the vignette?
No.
The rovinieta is not being abolished for passenger cars.
From 1 October 2026, the method used to calculate the road charge changes, but drivers using the relevant Romanian national road network will still need a valid vignette.
The new system should therefore not be confused with the complete cancellation of Romanian road charges.
What is TollRo?
TollRo is Romania’s new electronic distance-based road charging system for certain heavy vehicles.
It applies to vehicles designed and built for the transport of goods with a maximum authorised mass above 3.5 tonnes.
Unlike a traditional time-based vignette, TollRo is calculated using the distance travelled.
The basic principle is:
unit road tariff × kilometres travelled
The final charge can depend on factors such as:
- distance travelled;
- road category;
- vehicle characteristics;
- emissions class.
For freight operators travelling from Moldova through Romania, this makes the actual route significantly more important when calculating road costs.
Does TollRo apply to passenger cars?
No.
Passenger cars remain under the rovinieta system.
TollRo applies to the heavy goods vehicle categories covered by the new Romanian road charging legislation.
Therefore, a driver travelling to Romania in a standard passenger car should continue to check and purchase the appropriate Romanian vignette.
What should drivers from Moldova check before travelling?
If you plan to enter Romania after 1 October 2026, check the following before departure:
- Confirm your vehicle category.
- Check the EURO emissions class.
- Choose the correct vignette start date.
- Select the required validity period.
- Verify the registration number and vehicle details.
- Check the current price.
- Purchase the vignette before using the applicable Romanian road network.
Taking a few minutes to verify the details can help avoid problems during automatic road checks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still need a vignette in Romania after 1 October 2026?
Yes. Passenger cars and the other vehicle categories covered by the rovinieta system will still require a valid vignette when using the relevant Romanian national road network.
What determines the Romania vignette price?
The tariff takes into account the vehicle category, EURO emissions class and the selected validity period.
What vignette validity periods are available?
The new system provides options for 1 day, 10 days, 30 days, 60 days and 12 months.
Does TollRo apply to cars?
No. TollRo is intended for goods vehicles with a maximum authorised mass above 3.5 tonnes.
What happens if the EURO emissions class is unknown?
Under the legislation, if the required emissions-class information cannot be provided, the vehicle can be classified as Euro 0 for tariff purposes.
When do the new Romanian road charging rules start?
The relevant provisions of Romania’s new road charging system are scheduled to apply from 1 October 2026.
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Information updated on 23 September 2026. The article is based on Romania’s Law No. 226/2023, as subsequently amended, including Law No. 103 of 24 June 2026.