Toll in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Why do you have to pay toll fees?
Most countries in Europe charge toll fees. There is a so-called toll requirement. But what does that mean? For using many motorways and expressways as well as tunnels and bridges, so-called toll fees are charged. The money collected through tolls is invested, for example, in the road network. This enables a smooth journey on your way to your holiday. The primary areas for investment are infrastructure, traffic management and road safety, as well as environmental protection measures.
Infrastructure: construction and maintenance of roads and motorways
Road safety and traffic management: new technologies such as intelligent transport systems or toll bridges
Environmental protection: expansion of noise barriers or measures to reduce emissions
How are tolls collected?
In general, tolls can be collected in different ways. These include the vignette requirement, distance-based / distance-dependent tolling, and special tolls.
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, a toll is required in the form of a distance-dependent toll. Depending on the vehicle class, the toll amount payable at the toll station may differ. Unlike in other countries (such as Austria or Switzerland), there is no vignette requirement in Bosnia and Herzegovina. There are also no special toll routes.
The distance-based toll in Bosnia and Herzegovina applies only to certain motorways. Toll roads include:
Toll on the A1: several sections of the A1 motorway near Sarajevo, south of Mostar, and at the northern border with Croatia near Modriča (Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina) are subject to a distance-based toll
Toll on the E661: the section of the E661 between Banja Luka and Gradiška is subject to a distance-dependent toll.
Motorway “Autoput 9. Januar”: a distance-based toll is charged on this motorway from Banja Luka to Doboj (Republika Srpska)
Regulations and vehicle classes
Regulations
In Bosnia and Herzegovina (Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina & Republika Srpska), specific regulations apply to motor vehicles and their classification into vehicle classes:
Cars: cars are tolled at different rates depending on the front axle height (up to 1.3 m / from 1.3 m).
Combinations (car + trailer): the front axle also plays an important role. Combinations are tolled at different rates depending on the front axle height of the towing vehicle, the number of axles, and in some cases (applies to the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina) the weight.
Motorhomes: motorhomes are also tolled at different rates depending on the front axle height, the number of axles, and in some cases (applies to the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina) the weight.
Vehicle classes
Based on the regulations, it is already clear that the rules for tolls in Bosnia and Herzegovina differ depending on the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska. Therefore, the vehicle classes of the Federation and Republika are also different.
Below you will find an overview of the vehicle classes in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina:
Klasa I: motorcycles and vehicles (two axles) with a technically permissible maximum mass (GVW) under 3.5 t and a front axle height under 1.3 m.
Klasa II: vehicles and combinations (two or three axles) under 3.5 t GVW and with a front axle height over 1.3 m.
Klasa III: vehicles and combinations (two or three axles) over 3.5 t GVW and with a front axle height over 1.3 m.
Klasa IV: vehicles and combinations (more than three axles) over 3.5 t GVW and with a front axle height over 1.3 m.
Below you will find an overview of the vehicle classes in Republika Srpska:
Klasa IA: motorcycles
Klasa I: vehicles (two axles) with a front axle height under 1.3 m.
Klasa II: vehicles and combinations (three axles) with a front axle height under 1.3 m.
Klasa III: vehicles and combinations (two or three axles) with a front axle height over 1.3 m.
Klasa IV: vehicles and combinations (more than three axles) with a front axle height over 1.3 m.
Paying toll fees
Payment of the distance-based toll is made at the toll stations and works as follows: When you enter a toll road, you take a ticket at the toll station. When you leave the road, you pay this ticket at the toll station. The lanes at the toll stations are marked according to the available payment methods. You can pay with cash (euros or convertible mark, short: BAM) or with credit cards as well as debit cards (Maestro). If you pay in euros, please note that you will receive your change in the local currency (BAM).
Electronic payment is possible in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina on the A1. For electronic payment you need the “Autoceste Card” (ACC) on-board device, which is linked to a prepaid system. In addition, electronic payment is also possible in parts of Republika Srpska (on the motorways around Banja Luka). For this you need the ENP on-board device, which enables electronic billing. This device is available at the toll stations Čatrnja, Jakupovci, Prnjavor, Kostajnica and Kladari.
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FAQ about tolls in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Is there a toll requirement in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Yes, Bosnia and Herzegovina has a toll requirement on certain motorways. A distance-dependent toll is charged, meaning you only pay for the section you actually use.
Do you need a vignette for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
No. There is no vignette requirement in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The toll is collected exclusively as a distance-based toll at toll stations. There are also no special toll routes.
Which motorways are subject to tolls?
Tolls are charged on several sections of the A1 motorway (including near Sarajevo, south of Mostar and near the border with Croatia at Modriča), on the E661 between Banja Luka and Gradiška, and on the “Autoput 9. Januar” motorway from Banja Luka to Doboj.
How does toll payment work?
When entering a toll road, you take a ticket at the toll station. When leaving the road, you pay this ticket. The lanes are marked according to the respective payment method.
Which payment methods are accepted?
Payment is possible in cash (euros or convertible mark, short: BAM) as well as by credit or debit card (e.g. Maestro). If you pay in euros, you will receive your change in the local currency BAM. In addition, electronic payment is possible in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina on the A1 using the “Autoceste Card” (ACC) on-board device. Electronic payment is also available in parts of Republika Srpska (on the motorways around Banja Luka) using the ENP device.
How are vehicles classified?
Classification is based on the front axle height, the number of axles, and in some cases the technically permissible maximum mass (GVW). The rules differ between the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska.
Are there different vehicle classes depending on the region?
Yes. The vehicle classes in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina differ from those in Republika Srpska. In both areas, classification is generally based on the number of axles, front axle height, and in some cases the technically permissible maximum mass (GVW).
