The 2026 vignette is blue. However, for many drivers choosing the digital version, this is no longer relevant. The e-vignette has been available for two years and can be purchased through the online portal www.e-vignette.ch of the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security, BAZG. The 2025 vignette is valid until 31 January, and from 1 February 2026, a fine may be imposed if the new one is not acquired.
E-Vignette on the Rise
According to BAZG, almost five million people used an e-vignette last year (compared to 3.8 million in 2024). Of these, 42 percent were purchased by vehicle owners with foreign license plates.
The E-vignette, in contrast to the adhesive vignette, is not tied to the vehicle but to the license plate. This is particularly advantageous for those with transferable plates or individuals purchasing a new vehicle mid-year. Not to mention the convenience of avoiding the tedious task of scraping off the old vignette.
Adhesive vignettes can still be purchased at known points of sale and TCS section offices. The vignette must be placed on the edge of the windscreen or behind the rear-view mirror without obstructing sight. TCS advises removing old vignettes, as the police can fine drivers if visibility is impaired.
Beware of Fraudulent Fees
TCS recommends ordering the e-vignette only through the official BAZG portal. The vignette costs exactly 40 Swiss francs both in adhesive and digital form. There are no additional fees. Any extra charges might indicate fraudulent imitation sites.
Use of Vignette Proceeds
The proceeds from the motorway vignette go into the National Roads and Agglomeration Traffic Fund (NAF). This contributes to the maintenance, operation, and development of Swiss motorways. It also provides federal contributions to major agglomeration traffic projects, including transport hubs, cycling, and pedestrian infrastructures, as well as public transport. The vignette is thus a vital source of investment for a safe and reliable Swiss transport network.
Contact for Press Inquiries:
Vanessa Flack, Press Spokesperson TCS
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vanessa.flack@tcs.ch