Even if Estonia is not a country so often visited by Romanians, you should know that you can travel with your own car for FREE on the roads and highways of Latvia.
On the other hand, if you are carrying out transport in Latvia or just transiting through it and you have a vehicle with a maximum authorized weight of more than 3.5 tons, you will need to purchase a Latvia vignette online.
In this article we tell you everything you need to know about the Latvia vignette and how you can purchase it quickly and easily to drive without problems.
Free Latvia vignette for cars
The good news we bring to you is that Latvia does NOT require cars and small vehicles to purchase a vignette or other types of road tax.
Thus, you can drive peacefully on the roads of Latvia and enjoy your journey.
On the other hand, if you have chosen other countries in Europe as your next destinations in 2024, you can find information on the toll payment system for all European countries here.
Latvia vignette for trucks
Latvia imposes the vignette system for heavy vehicles with a maximum authorized weight of more than 3.5 tonnes.
In this case, you will have to purchase Latvia vignette online. This process is simple and we’ll show you everything you need to know below.
How much is Latvia vignette?
The Latvia vignette tax is calculated for each vehicle over 3.5 tonnes according to the following criteria:
– maximum authorized weight;
– the number of axles of the vehicle;
– emission level.
| Daily fee | Weekly fee | Monthly fee | Annual tax |
| 9 | 22 | 44 | 535 |
As a guide for prices, for vehicles between 3.5 tonnes and 12 tonnes with emission class EURO 0, EURO I and EURO II, the prices are as follows: (estimated in euros)
For vehicles over 12 tons, the price also depends on the number of axles. For vehicles with a maximum authorized weight of more than 12 tons, the prices are: (estimated in euros)
| The number of axes | Daily fee | Weekly fee | Monthly fee | Annual tax |
| < 3 | 12 | 30 | 61 | 611 |
| >4 | 12 | 51 | 101 | 1018 |
To see estimated prices for the rest of the vehicle categories, go here.
Where can you buy Latvia vignette online?
A considerable advantage offered by Latvia is the fact that the purchase is made online, by 2 methods.
In the following, we will present you both online Latvia vignette methods, to choose the fastest and easiest option for you.
Vignette Latvia online via SMS service
Similar to Estonia, Latvia has implemented the vignette purchase service via SMS.
This process is quick and easy to implement, being practical the moment you hit the roads of Latvia and all you have to do is send a message. Added to this is the advantage of receiving payment confirmation immediately, which will help you drive calmly and without problems regarding the chances of fines.
To be able to use the system, you must follow the steps:
- You create your account in the system by accessing this website;
- Enter the vehicle data;
- Add your phone number;
- Upload an amount of money for the deposit;
- Whenever you drive on Estonian roads, just send the SMS and you can drive peacefully on the roads.
You can find more about this service here.
Latvia vignette by online purchase
Another option of online purchase for Latvia vignette is typically on the official website of the road operator.
All you have to do is fill in your vehicle details, purchase period and make the online payment, all on this site.
Careful! Payments are made in euros in both cases!
Our road toll payment solutions
If you travel frequently in Europe, we provide you with information on road tax payment options in all countries in the region.
Also, if you frequently pass through Hungary, Bulgaria or Poland, we ensure the installation of professional toll payment equipment such as HUGO, BGTOLL and eTOLL.
At the same time, we provide you with the eTMS system for more efficient management of your car fleet – a service at the highest standards on the market.
If you want to know more about how we can help you, contact us now!
