What do I need to drive from Germany to Austria?


What do I need to drive from Germany to Austria? Tolls: While Germany has no tolls, you'll need a toll vignette to drive on Austrian motorways (called 'Autobahn'). You can get a sticker directly at the car hire desk when you pick the car up, or at any major border crossings into Austria and at larger petrol stations. Or you can buy a digital vignette online.


Is there border Control between Germany and Netherlands?

There is one single EU external border. This means, for instance, that there are no longer any border checks at the Dutch borders with Belgium and Germany.


Do you need a passport to drive from Austria to Germany?

You don't normally need to show your passport or ID when crossing the internal borders of the Schengen area.


What happens if you drive in Austria without vignette?

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!


Do you really need an International Driving Permit in Europe?

If you have a valid license from your home state, you can drive in European countries for up to 90 days without further documentation. However, once you have spent more than 90 days in Europe and wish to continue driving there, it is recommended that you get an International Driver's License (IDL).


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 ).


Do I need a vignette from Munich to Salzburg?

From the Walserberg border crossing to the Salzburg-Nord exit, no motorway toll sticker is required. You need a motorway vignette to use the motorway beyond that.


Is there passport control between Schengen countries?

The Schengen area comprises 27 European countries. There is normally no passport control on the borders between these countries. If you have a valid visa or residence permit in one of these countries, you can also visit the other Schengen countries.