Low-emission zones in Belgium

Brussels has a separate system

In 2026, ordinary Brussels cars need at least Euro 6 diesel or Euro 3 petrol. Compliant Czech vehicles still need Brussels registration; use the official instructions for other foreign registrations. Registration is free, valid for five years and may be completed before entry or within five days afterwards.

This differs from Antwerp and Ghent, which normally use Euro 5 diesel or Euro 2 petrol and share the Flemish registration system. Registration in one system does not settle the other.

Vehicle eligibility

For ordinary cars in 2026, the usual threshold is Euro 5 for diesel and Euro 2 for petrol. Use the city’s checker for other fuels, vans, buses and special vehicles.

Assess eligibility for the day of your trip. If the vehicle does not meet normal conditions, check local paid permits or exemptions.

Registration in Flanders

Antwerp and Ghent share the Flemish registration system. A compliant Czech-registered vehicle normally needs free registration. Check the instructions for your registration country and provide the registration certificate and emissions details.

Arrange registration before travelling and retain confirmation. Flemish registration does not replace Brussels registration or another local traffic permit.

Cameras and parking

Cameras monitor access. Check that a day pass or exemption covers the right vehicle and date.

If parking outside the LEZ, check the final part of the approach route. A reservation inside the zone or a navigation suggestion does not establish access rights.

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