Published: July 10, 2026
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Who needs a vignette and who is exempt
The digital toll vignette, effective from May 2027, applies to passenger cars only. Motorcycles, tractors, coaches, and emergency, police and defence vehicles are exempt. Trucks fall under a separate kilometre-based tax.
Planned annual and short-term prices
Annual rates are €100 for Euro 4 and above, €90 for electric vehicles, and €125 for Euro 3 and below. Short-term options: €9 per day, €12 for 10 days, €19 per month, and €30 for 2 months.
Fines from July 2027 and ANPR enforcement
From 1 July 2027, fines of €70, €140, and €210 apply for violations. Enforcement will use ANPR cameras and mobile control units.
Regional agreement and EU Commission submission
The regions will finalise the cooperation agreement and submit it to the European Commission.
Our view
Clarity for passenger car owners
This confirmation clarifies that the vast majority of those affected are passenger car owners, not commercial vehicles.
Motorcycle exemption aligns with Europe
The motorcycle exemption aligns Belgium with other European vignette systems.
Fixed dates help travellers plan
The detailed fine structure and fixed dates give certainty for travellers from May 2027.
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