The Hungarian vignette is an electronic authorisation linked to the vehicle registration number. Most passenger cars need it before entering tolled motorways and expressways. For a standard D1 car, the 10-day vignette costs HUF 6,900 in 2026. There is no windscreen sticker: the registration number, registration country, category and validity start must be entered correctly.
Which passenger car belongs to category D1
D1 applies to a passenger car up to 3.5 tonnes with no more than seven seats including the driver, if the vehicle documents show category M1 or M1G. A trailer pulled by such a vehicle is also covered by D1 and does not need a separate vignette.
A vehicle with eight or more seats including the driver, or one registered as N1 or N1G, belongs to D2 even if it weighs less than 3.5 tonnes. With D2 and a trailer, category U must also be dealt with. The vehicle documents determine the category, not the usual description of the car.
Hungarian D1 vignette prices in 2026
The state D1 prices are listed in Hungarian forints including VAT from 1 January 2026. For a journey through several regions, a nationwide vignette is normally chosen. An annual regional vignette can make sense for regular travel on tolled roads in one region.
| D1 validity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 day | HUF 5,550 |
| 10 days | HUF 6,900 |
| 1 month | HUF 11,170 |
| Annual nationwide | HUF 61,760 |
| Annual regional | HUF 7,190 |
Rates and categories are published by the Hungarian e-vignette system administrator. A regional vignette is not valid throughout Hungary; it covers tolled expressways in the relevant region. Check its scope against your route.
How long is the electronic vignette valid
A 10-day vignette is valid from the selected start date and for the following nine consecutive days. A monthly vignette is valid until the end of the same calendar day in the following month; if that day does not exist, it ends on the last day of the month.
A one-day vignette bought for the current day becomes valid at the exact time payment is completed. When bought in advance, it is valid from midnight on the selected day until midnight on that same day. Annual nationwide and regional vignettes are valid until midnight on 31 January of the following year. Start and end times are determined according to Hungarian time.
Purchase: what to check before paying
Prepare the registration number, registration country, correct category and validity start. The details are checked against the vehicle, so keep the purchase confirmation.
- Choose D1 only for a vehicle that meets this category’s conditions.
- Select nationwide or regional coverage and the validity period.
- Enter the registration number exactly and select the correct registration country.
- Check the start date and time, then pay before using the tolled section.
Use the information on Hungarian road charges to distinguish the electronic vignette from other charges on your route. When transiting Hungary, check in particular whether the route actually uses a tolled expressway.
Checks and mistakes that may lead to an extra charge
Enter a tolled section only with a valid authorisation. Missing coverage or incorrect details may result in an extra charge. In 2026, the basic surcharge is HUF 27,790 when paid within 60 days and HUF 95,730 after that period. Choosing a lower category incorrectly has its own differential surcharge.
Common mistakes include a typing error in the registration number, the wrong registration country, a validity start after the journey and confusing D1 with D2. Current charges and reasons are listed by the administrator of the Hungarian e-vignette system. Validity can be checked by registration number and registration country in the official lookup.
Summary for driving to Hungary
For a standard M1 or M1G passenger car up to 3.5 tonnes with seven seats including the driver, you will generally need to buy D1 before entering a tolled road. For a one-off holiday, a 10-day or monthly nationwide vignette is often suitable. Choose a regional product only when its scope exactly matches the journey.
Before departure, you can plan your route with EuroGoPass and check every country and tolled section along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a paper windscreen sticker in Hungary?
No. The system uses an electronic vignette linked to the registration number, registration country and vehicle category.
How much is a 10-day Hungarian vignette for a passenger car?
For D1, it costs HUF 6,900 including VAT in 2026.
Does D1 also cover a trailer?
Yes. A trailer behind a D1 vehicle does not need a separate vignette. With D2, the rules for U may apply.
When does the vignette become valid?
For one-day, 10-day and monthly products, validity starts at the time of purchase unless you select a future start date. Times are assessed according to the Hungarian time zone.