How do foreign lorries pay the Danish road toll?
Two ways to pay the toll
Short answer
A lorry can pay the Danish road toll with an on-board toll box (GNSS unit) from an approved provider, which suits frequent drivers. Without a working box you buy a road toll ticket online before you start the route, from anywhere in the world. The ticket covers one trip on the chosen route within 24 hours, and you can pick an earlier start time if you are unsure when you leave. For a foreign-registered lorry you must enter its CO2 emission class and technically permitted total weight.
Why
- Toll box for frequent drivers.
- Ticket bought before the trip.
- Ticket valid for 24 hours.
Details
Sund & Bælt carries out spot checks and can report false information to the police.
Tip
For German-registered lorries, enter a hyphen after the state code in the registration number.
What may differ
Refunds to foreign lorries require an IBAN or SWIFT code.
Common misconception
Many foreign hauliers think they can pay the Danish road toll at a booth on arrival.
What actually happens
The toll is paid by toll box or with a ticket bought online before the route starts.
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Sources
- Vejafgifter: Buy and change a road toll ticket for lorriesChecked at:
- Vejafgifter: Who has to pay?Checked at:
This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules, fines and fees can change, so check the Danish authorities before you drive.
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