New road tax and road vignette in 2027

A new way of calculating road tax

The Flemish government plans to simplify annual road tax from 2027. For most passenger cars, the calculation will primarily be based on two factors: the vehicle's weight and CO₂ emissions.

The principle is straightforward: the lighter and more environmentally friendly your car, the lower your road tax. Vehicles with an engine capacity exceeding 2,400 cc will be subject to a higher tax.

The new system could therefore benefit some drivers, while others may end up paying more.

Compare the rates and consider switching

Since 29 October 2026, motorists in Flanders have been able to use the Flemish government's online comparison tool to find out which tax system is most advantageous for them.

All you need is your vehicle registration number and its registration date.

At www.vlaanderen.be/vergelijker, you can compare your current road tax with the new rate.

• Is the new rate more favourable? You can choose to switch to the new system.
• Is your current rate more favourable? You do not need to take any action and will remain under the existing system until you purchase another car.

Different rules for different vehicle categories

Specific arrangements are planned for certain types of vehicles.

• Electric cars and leased vehicles: According to the announced reform, road tax will remain unchanged for these vehicles. Electric cars registered before 1 January 2026 will remain exempt from annual road tax. For electric cars registered from 2026 onwards, a rate of €107.16 applies.
• Light commercial vehicles: A flat-rate reduction of 30% on the current annual road tax is planned for light commercial vehicles. When used for business purposes, road tax and the road vignette may also be tax-deductible under certain conditions.
• Classic cars: Classic cars will also benefit from a flat-rate tax reduction of 30%. Under the announced arrangements, annual road tax will decrease from €109.73 to €73.71.

For owners who only occasionally use major roads, a shorter-term road vignette may be an attractive option.

What is the road vignette?

In addition to the road tax reform, the introduction of a road vignette is planned for 1 May 2027 in Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels.

The aim is to ensure that foreign road users also contribute to financing Belgium's road infrastructure. As European regulations do not allow a system in which only foreign drivers are required to pay, the vignette will also apply to Belgian motorists.

The price will depend on your vehicle's emissions category and the chosen validity period.

How much will the road vignette cost?

Drivers who regularly use major roads can opt for an annual vignette. Shorter-term vignettes will also be available for occasional journeys.

What will this mean for your budget?

The impact of the reform will vary significantly from one car to another. Annual road tax will decrease considerably for certain vehicles, while others will face a higher rate under the new system.

For example, the announced sample calculations show a reduction from €596.49 to €190.26 for a Volkswagen Golf Diesel and from €330.15 to €106.89 for a Dacia Sandero Diesel. By contrast, road tax for a Land Rover Range Rover Diesel will increase from €1,430.46 to €1,883.55.

The cost of the road vignette will be added to this. According to the Flemish government, more than half of motorists in Flanders are expected to pay less or approximately the same as they do today, even when the vignette is taken into account.

What can you do now?

Want to find out whether the reform will benefit you? Consult the Flemish government's official comparison tool at www.vlaanderen.be/vergelijker.

This will give you a clearer picture of the potential impact on your annual motoring costs and help you determine whether switching to the new system would be worthwhile.