Spain is a favourite destination for UK holidaymakers, whether you're heading to the Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Barcelona or exploring northern Spain.
Travelling by car, motorhome or caravan gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace. If your journey takes you through France, it's worth planning how you'll pay tolls before you leave, as French and Spanish toll systems operate separately.
Although many Spanish motorways are now free to use, toll roads and tunnels still operate in parts of Spain. A Spanish VIA-T toll tag can make paying these tolls easier and more convenient.
What is a Spanish VIA-T toll tag?
A VIA-T toll tag is a small electronic device that attaches to your vehicle's windscreen. It allows you to pay automatically when using participating toll roads and facilities in Spain.
When you approach a compatible toll plaza, your tag is detected automatically, and the toll is charged to your tag account. You can use dedicated VIA-T lanes where available, avoiding the need to stop and pay manually.
What are the benefits of a Spanish toll tag?
Smoother journeys
Avoid stopping to search for cash or cards at toll plazas. A VIA-T tag automatically processes your payment at participating toll facilities, helping you keep your journey moving.
No need for cash
Forget searching for the right change or reaching across your vehicle to make a payment. Your toll tag takes care of the payment automatically.
Avoid toll queues
Look for the VIA-T symbol and use the appropriate electronic toll lane. Your tag is detected automatically, allowing you to pass through without making a manual payment where automatic passage is available.
Convenient for road trips
Whether you're travelling towards Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante or the Costa del Sol, a toll tag can make journeys involving Spanish toll roads easier – particularly if you're travelling long distances or using several toll roads.
One less thing to organise
With your toll payments taken care of, you can concentrate on enjoying your holiday rather than worrying about how you'll pay at the next toll plaza.
Are there toll roads in Spain?
Yes, although many Spanish motorways are now free to use. A number of major toll roads have become free following the expiry of previous concession agreements, but toll roads and tunnels remain in operation in certain parts of the country.
Toll charges vary depending on the route, vehicle and distance travelled, so check your planned route before setting off.
Travelling to Spain through France?
If you're driving from the UK to Spain via France, you may encounter toll roads in both countries. French Liber-t and Spanish VIA-T are separate toll services, so make sure you have the appropriate service for each country.
How to use a Spanish toll tag
Attach your VIA-T tag to the inside of your windscreen in the recommended position, generally behind or close to the rear-view mirror.
When approaching a toll plaza, look for the VIA-T symbol and follow the signs for the appropriate lane. Your tag will be detected automatically, and, at participating electronic toll lanes, your payment will be processed through your tag account.
For more information about fitting and using your tag, visit our FAQs.
Ready to make driving in Spain easier?
Whether you're heading to the Spanish coast, exploring inland Spain or travelling through Spain on a European road trip, an Emovis Tag can take the hassle out of paying tolls on participating routes.
Get your Emovis Tag before you travel and enjoy a smoother journey through Spain.
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