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Understand the various costs and taxes involved when driving in Belgium…
There are a number of costs associated with motoring in Belgium. It's important that drivers understand them and the associated paperwork which goes with them.Circulation tax (taxe de mise en circulation/belasting op de inverkeerstelling)
This is a payment made just once on the purchase of a new or used car. The amount is based on the power of the engine. There are some exemptions, for example, where the vehicle is simply being transferred from husband to wife.- For further information about Circulation tax visit: Belgium's information and official services website (in French & Dutch)
Road tax (taxe de circulation/verkeersbelasting)
The amount of the road tax is related to engine size and there are also differences if the vehicle is used to transport passengers or goods. It is payable annually. There is a separate tax for scooters and mopeds. Anyone with a diesel or LPG vehicle will have to pay an additional annual tax. Note: For those who do only limited mileage there may be an exemption from this tax for occasional usage.- For comprehensive information on driving-related taxes: Belgium's information and official services website (in French & Dutch)
- For more information on the: radio fee (in French)