Can I drive in Austria as a tourist?

The U.S. driver's license must be accompanied by an international driver's permit (obtainable in the U.S. from AAA) or by an official translation of the U.S. driver's license, which can be obtained at one of the Austrian automobile clubs (ÖAMTC or ARBÖ ).



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When driving in Austria, you should always carry a full valid licence, car ownership documents, and insurance details. Driving licences from EU and EEA countries are generally valid for an unlimited time in Austria.

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Driving without a vignette is quickly fined, usually €120. The price is €9.60 for a 10-day motorway stamp in Austria. Austrians are pretty strict and uncompromising when it comes to complying with laws and traffic regulations, so don't get caught out!

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The toll can only be paid if you have a GO-Box, which is available from many petrol stations and other GO-Box partners in Austria. You can find a full list of outlets here. The rates depend, among other things, on the number of axles, the number of kilometres driven, and the vehicle's EURO emission class.

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Austria currently has 18 autobahns, since 1982 built and maintained by the self-financed ASFiNAG stock company in Vienna, which is wholly owned by the Republic of Austria and earns revenue from road user charges and tolls.

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