The Bulgarian vignette and toll system were revised in 2019. Drivers were once sent a vignette by mail in the form of a sticker that had to be placed on the windshield of the vehicle. That was fully phased out with sales of online e-vignettes starting in December 2018 and becoming valid in January 2019. There is no longer a need to stick anything on your car window or to wait to receive documents by mail. The vignettes are now purchased and received online. All drivers have to do is register online at Tollwayr.com and the vignette will be issued within minutes.
Vehicles
Light vehicles under 3.5t
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Trailer
For trailers of light vehicles (GCWR of vehicle train > 3.5t)
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The introduction of the electronic BGTOLL system made things much more convenient, simplifying the system for all. We've been assisting clients with their e-vignette purchases since 2019 (and purchases of Bulgaria's adhesive toll system stickers long before) which means we have the experience and expertise to ensure your experience with electronic vignettes is smooth and hassle-free.
The Bulgarian E Vignette
As mentioned in the introduction, the Bulgarian vignette and toll system were revised in 2019. Drivers were once sent a vignette by mail in the form of a sticker that had to be placed on the windshield of the vehicle. That was fully phased out with sales of online e-vignettes starting in December 2018 and becoming valid in January 2019. There is no longer a need to stick anything on your car window or to wait to receive documents by mail. The vignettes are now purchased and received online. All drivers have to do is register online at Tollwayr.com and the vignette will be issued within minutes.
The introduction of the electronic BGTOLL system made things much more convenient, simplifying the system for all. We've been assisting clients with their e-vignette purchases since 2019 (and purchases of Bulgaria's adhesive toll system stickers long before) which means we have the experience and expertise to ensure your experience with electronic vignettes is smooth and hassle-free.
Categories of Vignettes in Bulgaria
The Bulgarian e-vignette is available for the following vehicles.
Vehicle category
Description
Light vehicles under 3.5 T
The Bulgarian e-vignette for light vehicles is needed for all vehicles with a maximum technically permissible laden weight of 3.5 tons, including cars and caravans. Vehicles with fewer than four tires, such as motorcycles and trikes, do not need a vignette.
For trailers of light vehicles (GCWR of vehicle train > 3.5 t)
Covers light trailers for cars when the total laden weight, along with the towing vehicle, surpasses 3.5 tons.
Note, as the Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works reports, as of February 13, 2024, all motorhomes regardless of total technically permissible maximum weight, must pay for an electronic vignette. Until that point, M1 camping vehicles that weighed less than 3.5 tonnes had to have a vignette while those over 3.5 tonnes were required to pay separate motorway fees. An e-vignette is now required for motorhomes no matter what their total technically permissible maximum weight.
As of March 1, 2020, vehicles without trailers that exceed the maximum permissible weight of 3.5 tonnes must pay a route-dependent toll. We'll explain more below.
Regulations for Trailers & Lorries
Heavy goods vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes require a "route pass" as noted above. This is calculated based on the distance driven (determined by a GPS tracker), the category of the vehicle (bus or lorry), the number of axles, gross weight, and euro emission class.
If your car + trailer exceeds 3.5 tonnes an additional vignette will be needed for the trailer. The cost ranges from £3.92 for the car and £3.92 for the trailer (£7.84 total) for a weekend to £37.89 for the car and £37.89 for the trailer (£75.78 total).
Toll Regulations and Road Network Coverage
In Bulgaria, a vignette is required to drive on all motorways and national roads. That means all motor vehicles other than motorbikes are subject to the country's vignette regulations. Bulgarian motorway taxes are charged for first-class roads and motorways, covering 3,115 km (1,935 miles) of around 20,000 km (12,427 miles).
This includes the following:
A1/E80/E773
Trakia
Sofia – Plovdiv – Stara Zagora – Burgas
A2/E70/E79/E83/E772
Hemus
Sofia – Botevgrad – Veliko Tarnovo – Shumen – Varna
There are exemptions from the Bulgaria vignette rule. As defined in the official Roads Act, the following vehicles are exempted from tolls, including:
Customs Agency vehicles that execute road control with a technically permissible maximum weight exceeding 3.5 tonnes
Executive Agency "Automobile Administration" vehicles that execute road control, with a technically permissible maximum mass of over 3.5 tonnes
Bulgaria shares its borders with Romania, Greece, Turkey, North Macedonia and Serbia. If you plan to drive roads in any of these countries, be aware that all aim to have these user-friendly, reliable, and cost-efficient toll systems in place.
Map With All Bulgarian Roads That Require a Vignette
Below you find an interactive map with all Bulgarian motorways where tolls are charged.
Validity Periods and Prices in 2024
The validity periods and prices for Bulgaria vignettes for 2024 are as follows:
Weekly vignette for Bulgaria
Monthly vignette for Bulgaria
Quarterly vignette for Bulgaria
Yearly vignette for Bulgaria
Weekend vignette for Bulgaria
The Prices for Bulgarian Highway Vignettes
Keep in mind that the fees for Bulgaria e-vignettes are set by the Bulgarian government. We have listed the original prices in Bulgarian currency which is the Lev (BGN). Our nearly instant conversion rate tool updates every second to show the prices in both the Euro (EUR) and British Pound (GBP).
Vehicles (Light vehicles under 3.5t)
Validity period
Price in LV
Price in EUR
Price in GBP
Buy vignette
Weekend
15.842 BGN
€8.1
6.665 GBP
Weekly
31.195 bgn
€15.95
13.125 GBP
Monthly
44.886 bgn
€22.95
18.885 GBP
90 Days
68.454 bgn
€35
28.801 GBP
Yearly
115.394 bgn
€59
48.551 GBP
Trailer (For trailers of light vehicles (GCWR of vehicle train > 3.5t))
Validity period
Price in LV
Price in EUR
Price in GBP
Buy vignette
Weekend
15.842 BGN
€8.1
6.665 GBP
Weekly
31.195 bgn
€15.95
13.125 GBP
Monthly
44.886 bgn
€22.95
18.885 GBP
Quarterly
68.454 bgn
€35
28.801 GBP
1 Year
115.394 bgn
€59
48.551 GBP
If you buy your vignette at Tollwayr additional fees apply. Please refer to XXXX for an overview of all service costs.
Where to Buy the Vignette
We always recommend purchasing your electronic vignette Bulgaria at Tollwayr.com. It's the best place to buy Bulgaria vignettes online as it's the most convenient, with the ability to order them in your native language and your native currency. It takes less than two minutes and the vignette will be delivered almost instantly.
You can also purchase the digital vignette Bulgaria online at:
Official websites
Authorized dealers
Or, purchase the electronic vignette in person at:
Gas stations
Border crossings
Post offices
Purchasing Online at Tollwayr.com
As noted, we highly advise buying the vignette on our website as it takes under two minutes and requires little effort, although it's important to check all of your details carefully.
Here's how to order the vignette in just a few steps:
Select vignette type
Select vignette duration
Enter your vehicle details & e-mail address
Complete your payment
Your vignette will be delivered almost instantly
Why should you use our platform?
As mentioned, we have 10 years of experience with Bulgarian toll regulations. We started by selling the adhesive sticker in 2014 and then transitioned to the digital version when the sticker was phased out in 2019. Using our tollportal you can also purchase vignettes for other countries you drive through such as Austria, Hungary and Slovakia. We are rated a 4.6 out of 5 on Trustpilot and welcome readers to verify this for themselves.
Offline Sales Points
If you want to physically purchase your vignette, you can do so at the following offline sales points:
Vending machines located at border crossings
Petrol stations, including major brands like the A1 Store, EKO Bulgaria, & OMV
You can find all sales points on the map here: bgtoll.bg.
Be aware that there are several cons of purchasing your vignette offline:
Queues can be long
There's no guarantee the machine will work
There is a greater possibility of errors
INSIDER TIP: Your best bet is to purchase your vignette Bulgaria online at Tollwayr.com
Validity Check After Purchase
After purchasing your vignette, you can always check its validity by using our online tool, whether purchased online or from a vending machine.
Fines and compliance
Anyone driving without a valid e-vignette in Bulgaria is risking significant fines. Control methods are in place to ensure compliance, including cameras, police, and border checks. The national roads and motorways are monitored around the clock and they can automatically see whether the vehicle is registered correctly in the central database. The vehicle registration number will be checked against the National Toll Administration's vignette register.
To avoid potential problems and heavy fines, we highly advise purchasing a vignette for the appropriate duration of your trip and vehicle category before setting off. It's always a good idea to check the validity of your e-vignette before and after purchasing so that you'll have time to act if there are any issues.
6.1 Penalty Amounts Related to the Bulgarian Vignette
Fines can be assessed for:
Errors in one's matriculation plate
Mistakes in the chosen country of matriculation
Wrong category chosen
Incorrect dates
Having no vignette at all
If you drive your vehicle on Bulgaria's toll roads without a valid vignette and are caught (which is highly likely), you will have to pay a fine that ranges from approximately £130 (Fr XXX) to £865 (Fr XXX). First time offenders may be offered to make a compensation payment of roughly £31 (Fr XXX) to purchase a valid vignette that same day, although vehicles exceeding a total of 3.5 tonnes may be subject to fees of as much as £865 (Fr XXX).
Tips for International Travelers
Before visiting Bulgaria, it's a must to purchase the e-vignette you need. Otherwise, you might accidentally wind up driving on a road that requires a vignette and get fined. If you plan to rent a car, most rental cars will already have one but be sure to check before you hit the road. There are a few other things you should be aware of as well, such as:
All vehicles must drive with the headlights on, even during the day
The use of horns is generally prohibited in built-up areas between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. and again from noon to 4 p.m., except in cases of immediate danger
When approaching a roundabout, the vehicles on the roundabout have priority, with any exceptions shown on road signs
Be sure to check our news/blog section for the latest news related to driving in Bulgaria.
FAQ
When will I receive the vignette?
If you purchase your vignette at Tollwayr.com you will receive it almost instantly.
How to receive the vignette?
When you buy your vignette online at Tollwayr.com you will receive it in your email inbox.
How to input the special characters from the license plate?
When purchasing your Bulgaria vignette, your registration number is entered in Latin letters. It can only be entered using capital letters and numbers, with spaces, commas, and dots not allowed. When entering German registration numbers, be aware that Umlauts like Ä, Ü, Ö may not be transcribed.
How early can I purchase an electronic vignette?
You can purchase your electronic Bulgaria vignette not earlier than 30 days from the initial validity date.
If I'm checked on the road by the control authorities, should I provide any proof that I have purchased an electronic vignette?
There is no need to provide proof as the control mechanisms in place for purchased electronic vignettes are carried out by stationary and mobile cameras by detecting the registration plate numbers of the vehicles.
Can the order still be changed if you entered the wrong information?
Once you have purchased a vignette it's not possible to change the registration number, which is why it's so important to double check all data is entered correctly before completing your purchase.
Do I have to print out the e-vignette certificate and carry it in my car?
You will receive a certificate for your e-vignette as a PDF document when you place your order which confirms it has been registered. However, the document does not have to be printed out.
Can I buy the e-vignette retrospectively if I have driven on toll roads without a valid e-vignette?
No, the Bulgaria e-vignette must be purchased before you begin your journey. If you've forgotten, it cannot be purchased retrospectively.
Where can I buy a route pass?
The route pass is available for preorder up to seven days in advance at MyTolls.
Can I apply for multiple vignettes at the same time?
Yes, you can buy multiple vignettes for different vehicles, various validity periods, and even for several different countries at the same time.
Can I cancel the order after placing the order?
You can only cancel if the vignette has not been registered.
Can the vignette be extended if I stay in Bulgaria longer than expected?
No, the Bulgarian vignette cannot be extended once it expires, you will need to purchase a new vignette if you require access beyond your current vignette's duration.
What is the validity of a weekend vignette?
The validity for a weekend vignette is from 12:00 on Friday through 23:59 on Sunday.
Tolls in Neighboring Countries
As noted, Bulgaria's neighboring countries include Romania, Greece, Turkey,
North Macedonia and Serbia. If you plan to drive on any of the roads in
those nations, be aware that they have similar toll systems.
Romania
Greece
Turkey
North Macedonia
Serbia