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= Belgium Highway Toll, HGV Transit Toll and Toll Box 2025: Complete Guide =
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<h1 style="font-size: 32px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 10px 0; border-bottom: 3px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 5px; padding-top: 0">Belgium Highway Toll Complete Guide</h1>
  
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'''System:''' Viapass Kilometre Charging System<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> Electronic toll collection for HGV (OBU required)<br>
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'''Operator:''' Viapass (supervised by Belgian Government)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> Belgium highways and major roads (6,800+ km network)<br>
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'''Currency:''' Euro (EUR)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> Euro (EUR)<br>
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'''Coverage:''' 6,800+ km of highways and major roads<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> Satellite-based On-Board Units (OBU), DSRC<br>
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'''Technology:''' GNSS satellite tracking (OBU required)
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operator:</strong> Viapass (supervised by Belgian Government)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Effective:</strong> April 1, 2016 (replaced Eurovignette system)
 
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<h2 style="font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 25px 0 15px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 2px;">Do Cars Pay Tolls in Belgium? 2025 Update</h2>
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[https://tollguru.com/toll-calculator-belgium Calculate Belgium Toll]
 
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== Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Belgium? 2025 Update ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, cars and motorcycles do not pay tolls on Belgian highways - Belgium is toll-free for all vehicles under 3.5 tons. The only exception is the Liefkenshoek Tunnel near Antwerp, where cars pay €7.00 for vehicles under 3 meters height.</p>
  
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Belgium operates a '''dual toll system''' depending on vehicle type:
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Key Reality:</strong> Belgium operates as an "exclusive lorry toll country" - only trucks, HGVs, and vehicles exceeding 3.5 tons total weight are required to pay distance-based tolls through the Viapass system.</p>
  
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'''Cars and Light Vehicles (≤3.5 tonnes):'''
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> Belgium continues annual toll rate adjustments for HGVs, with rates ranging from €0.13-0.15 per kilometer depending on vehicle weight, emission class, and region traveled.</p>
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* '''FREE''' on all highways and motorways
 
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* '''Liefkenshoek Tunnel only:''' €6.10 per passage (near Antwerp)
 
  
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'''Heavy Vehicles (>3.5 tonnes):'''
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* '''Mandatory OBU''' (On-Board Unit) required
 
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* '''Distance-based tolls''' via Viapass system
 
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* Covers trucks, buses, heavy motorhomes
 
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* Semi-trailer tractors N1 category with body code BC (regardless of weight)
 
  
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== Belgium Toll System: Viapass ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Belgium operates a sophisticated kilometer-based charging system for heavy goods vehicles across three regions: Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels. The system replaced the Eurovignette in 2016 and covers over 6,800 km of highways and major roads.</p>
  
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The Viapass system replaced the Eurovignette on April 1, 2016, introducing satellite-based distance charging.
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Current HGV Toll Rates (2025)</h3>
  
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=== Coverage Areas ===
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Belgium has '''three toll regions''' with different rates:
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Vehicle Category</th>
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* '''Flanders''' (northern region)
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Weight Class</th>
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* '''Wallonia''' (southern region)
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Rate per km</th>
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* '''Brussels''' (capital region - highways and urban areas)
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=== Vehicle Categories Subject to Tolls ===
 
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<th>Vehicle Type</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Cars, Motorcycles</td>
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<th>Weight Category</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Under 3.5 tons</td>
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<th>Toll Requirement</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€0.00</td>
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<th>Payment Method</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Toll-free highways</td>
 
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<td>Cars, motorcycles, light vans</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Light Trucks</td>
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<td>≤3.5 tonnes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">3.5 - 12 tons</td>
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<td>FREE (except Liefkenshoek Tunnel)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€0.10 - €0.13</td>
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<td>Cash/card at tunnel</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">OBU required</td>
 
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<td>Trucks, buses, heavy motorhomes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Heavy Trucks</td>
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<td>>3.5 tonnes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">12+ tons</td>
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<td>Mandatory Viapass OBU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€0.13 - €0.15</td>
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<td>Distance-based via OBU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Varies by Euro class</td>
 
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<td>Semi-trailer tractors N1/BC</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Semi-trailer Tractors</td>
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<td>Any weight</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">N1 category, BC code</td>
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<td>Mandatory Viapass OBU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€0.10 - €0.13</td>
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<td>Distance-based via OBU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Regardless of weight</td>
 
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== Toll Rates and Calculation ==
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Liefkenshoek Tunnel Rates (Cars & Trucks)</h3>
  
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Viapass toll rates depend on three main factors:
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=== Rate Factors ===
 
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* '''Region:''' Flanders, Wallonia, or Brussels
 
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* '''Vehicle weight:''' Three categories (3.5-12t, 12-32t, >32t)
 
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* '''EURO emission class:''' Seven standards (EURO 0 to EURO VI)
 
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=== Weight Categories ===
 
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<th>Vehicle Examples</th>
 
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<th>Rate Structure</th>
 
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<td>3.5 - 12 tonnes</td>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Vehicle Height</th>
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<td>Light trucks, small buses</td>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Cash/Card</th>
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<td>Lowest per-km rate</td>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Auto Payment</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Teletol/OBU</th>
 
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<td>12 - 32 tonnes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Under 3 meters</td>
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<td>Standard trucks, coaches</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€7.00</td>
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<td>Medium per-km rate</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€6.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€6.00</td>
 
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<td>Over 32 tonnes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Over 3 meters</td>
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<td>Heavy trucks, articulated vehicles</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€22.00</td>
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<td>Highest per-km rate</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€20.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€19.00</td>
 
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=== EURO Emission Standards ===
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* '''EURO VI (newest):''' Lowest toll rates
 
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* '''EURO V:''' Low rates
 
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* '''EURO IV-III:''' Medium rates 
 
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* '''EURO II-I:''' Higher rates
 
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* '''EURO 0 (oldest):''' Highest toll rates
 
  
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== OBU (On-Board Unit) Requirements ==
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=== Mandatory OBU Features ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">1. HGV Highway Tolls (Viapass System):</strong></p>
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* '''Green light indicator:''' Must be constantly ON while driving
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* '''Satellite tracking:''' GNSS technology for precise distance measurement
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<li>Mandatory On-Board Unit (OBU) showing green light at all times</li>
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* '''Regional detection:''' Automatically identifies toll zone
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<li>Satellite-based tracking across all Belgian roads</li>
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<li>Automatic billing based on distance traveled</li>
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<li>Seven accredited service providers: Satellic, Eurotoll, Telepass, Toll4Europe, etc.</li>
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<li>€135 refundable deposit for OBU device</li>
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=== How to Obtain an OBU ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2. Liefkenshoek Tunnel (Cars & Trucks):</strong></p>
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<li>Cash payment at toll booths (gates 7, 8, 9)</li>
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<li>Credit card at automatic lanes (gates 1, 2, 3, 4)</li>
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<li>Teletol badge for lowest rates and smooth passage</li>
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<li>OBU devices also accepted</li>
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'''Seven Accredited Service Providers:'''
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">3. OBU Registration Process:</strong></p>
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* Satellic (primary operator)
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* Axxès
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<li>Register at Road User Portal (RUP) online</li>
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* Eurotoll 
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<li>Order OBU with free delivery within 2-5 working days</li>
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* Telepass
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<li>Visit Service Points near borders and throughout Belgium</li>
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* Toll4Europe
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<li>Contact current OBU provider if they're a business partner</li>
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* TotalEnergies Marketing Services
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* W.A.G. Payment Solutions
 
  
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'''Acquisition Methods:'''
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate toll costs for all vehicle types across Belgium highways and tunnels, use TollGuru Belgium toll calculator</p>
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* '''Online registration:''' Through provider websites
 
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* '''Service points:''' Located throughout Belgium and neighboring countries
 
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* '''Border points:''' Available at major crossings from France, Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg
 
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* '''Self-service terminals:''' Automated dispensers at strategic locations
 
  
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=== OBU Costs and Deposits ===
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* '''Device cost:''' FREE from most providers
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* '''Security deposit:''' €135 (refunded when device returned undamaged)
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<a href="https://tollguru.com/toll-calculator-belgium"><button class="custom-button button-orange" type="button">Belgium Toll Calculator</button></a>
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* '''Service fees:''' May vary by provider
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* '''Payment options:''' Prepaid, postpaid, credit cards, fleet cards
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== Enforcement and Penalties ==
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=== Monitoring System ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Belgium maintains strict enforcement of its HGV toll system with comprehensive monitoring technology:</p>
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* '''40 dedicated police officers:''' Regular roadside checks
 
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* '''22 mobile cameras:''' Locations change every 4 hours 
 
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* '''40 permanent control bridges:''' Fixed camera installations
 
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* '''Automatic weight detection:''' License plate monitoring with weight calculation
 
  
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=== Penalties for Non-Compliance ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Enforcement Systems:</strong></p>
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* Driving without functioning OBU
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<li>40 permanently installed control bridges with ANPR cameras</li>
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* Tampering with or covering OBU
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<li>22 mobile cameras changing location every 4 hours</li>
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* Using incorrect vehicle classification
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<li>40 police officers dedicated to OBU compliance monitoring</li>
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<li>Flexible checks at any time and location on Belgian roads</li>
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== Special Toll: Liefkenshoek Tunnel ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Penalties for Non-Compliance:</strong></p>
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<li>Standard fine: €1,000 per region for driving without active OBU</li>
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<li>Regional authority fines: €500 - €1,000 for non-payment</li>
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<li>OBU malfunction: 3-hour grace period to repair or leave country</li>
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<li>License plate monitoring calculates permissible vehicle weight</li>
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The only toll for passenger cars in Belgium:
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=== Current Tunnel Rates (2025) ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">HGV Toll System Updates:</strong></p>
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<li>July 2025: Annual toll rate adjustments for Flanders and Brussels regions</li>
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<th>Vehicle Type</th>
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<li>Automatic OBU software updates with new tariffs</li>
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<th>Standard Rate</th>
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<li>Seven accredited service providers continue operations</li>
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<th>Electronic Payment</th>
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<li>Enhanced enforcement with mobile camera network expansion</li>
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<th>Payment Methods</th>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Low Emission Zone Expansions:</strong></p>
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<td>Cars, motorcycles</td>
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<td>€6.10</td>
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<li>January 1, 2025: LEZ extended to mopeds, motorcycles, and light vehicles</li>
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<td>€6.10</td>
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<li>Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent LEZ access criteria strengthened</li>
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<td>Cash, credit card, OBU</td>
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<li>Day pass prices: €35 cars, €20 motorcycles, €50 heavy vehicles</li>
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<td>Heavy vehicles</td>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Regional Billing Structure:</strong></p>
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<td>Varies by size</td>
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<ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;">
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<td>Via OBU</td>
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<li>Flanders & Brussels: Toll charged as tax (no VAT)</li>
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<td>Automatic via Viapass</td>
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<li>Wallonia: Toll charged as fee with VAT (managed by Sofico)</li>
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<li>Separate invoices required for each region</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Belgium's toll system covers an extensive network of highways and major roads across three regions:</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Major Toll Highways:</strong></p>
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<li>A1: Brussels – Antwerp – Netherlands border</li>
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<li>A2: Leuven – Netherlands border</li>
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<li>A3: Brussels – Leuven – Liège – Germany border</li>
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<li>A4: Brussels – Namur – Luxembourg border</li>
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<li>A7: Brussels – Mons – France border</li>
 +
<li>A10: Brussels – Ghent – Bruges – Ostend</li>
 +
<li>A12: Brussels – Antwerp – Netherlands border</li>
 +
<li>A14: Antwerp – Ghent – France border</li>
 +
<li>A25: Liège – Netherlands border</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Toll-Free Routes:</strong></p>
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<li>Most toll roads have €0.00 tariff for vehicles under 3.5 tons</li>
 +
<li>Alternative routes available for all major corridors</li>
 +
<li>Only Liefkenshoek tunnel requires payment from cars</li>
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</ul>
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 +
<h2 style="font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 25px 0 15px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 2px;">Planning Your Belgium Journey</h2>
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 +
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">For Car Drivers:</strong></p>
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<li>Highway travel: Completely toll-free throughout Belgium</li>
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<li>Liefkenshoek tunnel: Budget €7 for shortest route under Scheldt</li>
 +
<li>Alternative routes: Free crossing via Kennedytunnel (may have congestion)</li>
 +
<li>Low emission zones: Check vehicle compliance in Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent</li>
 +
</ul>
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 +
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">For Truck Operators:</strong></p>
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<li>OBU mandatory: Install before entering Belgium</li>
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<li>Daily costs: €50-150 depending on route and vehicle specs</li>
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<li>Service providers: Choose from 7 accredited OBU suppliers</li>
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<li>Cross-border efficiency: Many providers offer multi-country coverage</li>
 +
</ul>
 +
 
 +
<h2 style="font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 25px 0 15px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 2px;">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
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 +
<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Do I need to pay tolls to drive through Belgium?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, if you're driving a car, motorcycle, or vehicle under 3.5 tons, Belgium highways are toll-free. Only the Liefkenshoek tunnel near Antwerp charges €7 for cars.</p>
 +
 
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What happens if my truck doesn't have an OBU?</h3>
 +
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Driving without an active OBU results in €1,000 fines per region. Belgium has extensive enforcement with 40 control bridges, 22 mobile cameras, and regular police checks.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I use my German or French toll device in Belgium?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Yes, if your current OBU provider is a business partner with Viapass. Many providers offer multi-country coverage including Belgium. Contact your provider to activate Belgium coverage.</p>
  
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== Recent Changes (2025) ==
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Are there vignettes in Belgium?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, Belgium abolished vignettes in 2016. The country now uses distance-based charging for HGVs only. Cars drive toll-free without any vignette requirements.</p>
  
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* '''July 2024:''' Updated toll rates in Flanders and Brussels regions
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">How much does Belgium toll cost for trucks?</h3>
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* '''Enhanced OBU technology:''' Improved accuracy and anti-fraud measures
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Typical costs range from €0.10-0.15 per kilometer depending on vehicle weight, Euro emission class, and region. A truck driving 500km across Belgium pays approximately €50-75.</p>
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* '''Expanded provider network:''' Additional service providers accredited
 
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* '''Digital integration:''' Better cross-border compatibility with neighboring systems
 
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* '''Enforcement upgrades:''' More sophisticated monitoring equipment deployed
 
  
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== Belgium vs. Neighboring Countries ==
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<th>Light Vehicles</th>
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<td>Belgium</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Belgium</td>
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<td>FREE (except 1 tunnel)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Toll-free</td>
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<td>Distance-based OBU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€0.10-0.15/km</td>
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<td>Viapass GNSS</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">OBU distance-based</td>
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<td>All highways</td>
 
 
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<td>France</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">[[france-toll|France]]</td>
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<td>Distance-based tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Distance-based</td>
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<td>Distance-based tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Distance-based</td>
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<td>Toll stations + OBU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Toll booths + electronic</td>
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<td>Most highways</td>
 
 
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</tr>
 
<tr>
 
<tr>
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<td>Netherlands</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">[[netherlands-toll|Netherlands]]</td>
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<td>FREE</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Toll-free</td>
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<td>Eurovignette</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">HGV toll planned</td>
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<td>Time-based vignette</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Currently toll-free</td>
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<td>Selected routes</td>
 
 
</tr>
 
</tr>
 
<tr>
 
<tr>
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<td>Germany</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">[[german-autobahn-vignette-tunnel-toll-collect|Germany]]</td>
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<td>FREE</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Toll-free</td>
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<td>Distance-based OBU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€0.09-0.19/km</td>
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<td>Toll Collect system</td>
+
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Toll-Collect OBU</td>
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<td>All autobahns</td>
 
 
</tr>
 
</tr>
 
<tr>
 
<tr>
−
<td>Luxembourg</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">[[luxembourg-tolls-euro-vignette|Luxembourg]]</td>
−
<td>FREE</td>
+
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Toll-free</td>
−
<td>Eurovignette</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Eurovignette</td>
−
<td>Time-based vignette</td>
+
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Time-based vignette</td>
−
<td>Selected routes</td>
 
 
</tr>
 
</tr>
 
</table>
 
</table>
  
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== Planning Your Belgium Journey ==
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=== For Car Drivers ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Official Belgium Toll Information:</strong></p>
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* '''Highway travel:''' Completely FREE
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* '''Tunnel consideration:''' Only Liefkenshoek Tunnel charges €6.10
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<li>viapass.be - Official Belgian HGV toll system</li>
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* '''Alternative routes:''' Free alternatives available around tunnel
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<li>satellic.be - Primary OBU provider and registration</li>
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* '''No preparation needed:''' No vignettes, tags, or advance payments required
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<li>liefkenshoektunnel.be - Liefkenshoek tunnel information and rates</li>
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=== For Truck Operators ===
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* '''Pre-arrival preparation:''' Obtain OBU before entering Belgium
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* '''Provider selection:''' Choose from 7 accredited service providers
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<li>Brussels LEZ: lez.brussels</li>
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* '''Route planning:''' All major highways subject to distance-based charging
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<li>Antwerp LEZ: slimnaarantwerpen.be</li>
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* '''Cross-border efficiency:''' Some OBUs work in multiple European countries
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<li>Ghent LEZ: stad.gent</li>
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</ul>
  
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=== Cost Estimation Tips ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Related TollWiki Pages:</strong></p>
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* '''Distance calculation:''' Use route planners to estimate toll distances
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* '''Emission class impact:''' Newer EURO standards significantly reduce costs
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<li>[[france-toll|France Toll System]] - Distance-based tolls for all vehicles</li>
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* '''Regional variations:''' Rates differ between Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels
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<li>[[netherlands-toll|Netherlands Toll Plans]] - Upcoming HGV toll implementation</li>
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* '''Time considerations:''' No peak/off-peak pricing differences
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<li>[[german-autobahn-vignette-tunnel-toll-collect|Germany Toll-Collect]] - Similar HGV-only system</li>
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<li>[[luxembourg-tolls-euro-vignette|Luxembourg Eurovignette]] - Time-based truck toll system</li>
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
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<ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;">
 +
<li>Satellic Belgium - Primary OBU provider</li>
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<li>Toll4Europe - Multi-country EETS service</li>
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<li>Telepass - European toll collection</li>
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<li>Eurotoll - Cross-border toll solutions</li>
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</ul>
  
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=== Do I need to pay tolls for driving through Belgium with a car? ===
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No, Belgian highways are completely free for cars and light vehicles under 3.5 tonnes. Only the Liefkenshoek Tunnel near Antwerp charges €6.10.
 
  
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=== Can I drive a truck in Belgium without an OBU? ===
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=== Are there toll-free alternatives to Belgian highways? ===
 
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Yes, national and regional roads remain toll-free, but they're slower and less efficient for long-distance travel.
 
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=== Do emission standards really affect toll costs? ===
 
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Yes, significantly. EURO VI vehicles pay much less than EURO 0-III vehicles. The difference can be substantial over long distances.
 
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=== Can I pay Belgian tolls with foreign fleet cards? ===
 
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Most accredited OBU providers accept various international fleet cards and payment methods. Check with your preferred provider for specific options.
 
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== Common Mistakes to Avoid ==
 
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* '''Assuming Eurovignette still works''' - Belgium left the Eurovignette system in 2016
 
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* '''Forgetting OBU for semi-trailers under 3.5t''' - N1/BC category vehicles need OBUs regardless of weight
 
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* '''Not checking OBU green light''' - Device must show green continuously while driving
 
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* '''Wrong emission class declaration''' - Ensure accurate EURO standard registration for correct rates
 
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* '''Ignoring Liefkenshoek Tunnel toll''' - The only toll for cars in Belgium
 
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* '''Delayed OBU return''' - Return devices promptly to avoid additional charges
 
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== Technical Requirements ==
 
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=== OBU Installation ===
 
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* '''Windscreen mounting:''' Specific position requirements
 
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* '''Clear satellite view:''' No obstructions above device
 
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* '''Secure attachment:''' Tamper-evident installation
 
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* '''Visibility:''' Green light must be clearly visible to enforcement
 
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=== System Integration ===
 
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* '''EETS compatibility:''' European Electronic Toll Service member
 
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* '''Cross-border recognition:''' Some providers offer multi-country solutions
 
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* '''Real-time tracking:''' GNSS-based precise location monitoring
 
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* '''Automatic invoicing:''' Distance and rate calculation without driver intervention
 
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== Useful Links & Resources ==
 
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* [https://www.viapass.be Official Viapass Information]
 
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* [https://www.satellic.be Satellic (Primary OBU Provider)]
 
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* [https://www.liefkenshoektunnel.be Liefkenshoek Tunnel Information]
 
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Belgium Highway Toll Complete Guide

System: Electronic toll collection for HGV (OBU required)
Coverage: Belgium highways and major roads (6,800+ km network)
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Technology: Satellite-based On-Board Units (OBU), DSRC
Operator: Viapass (supervised by Belgian Government)
Effective: April 1, 2016 (replaced Eurovignette system)

Do Cars Pay Tolls in Belgium? 2025 Update

No, cars and motorcycles do not pay tolls on Belgian highways - Belgium is toll-free for all vehicles under 3.5 tons. The only exception is the Liefkenshoek Tunnel near Antwerp, where cars pay €7.00 for vehicles under 3 meters height.

Key Reality: Belgium operates as an "exclusive lorry toll country" - only trucks, HGVs, and vehicles exceeding 3.5 tons total weight are required to pay distance-based tolls through the Viapass system.

2025 Update: Belgium continues annual toll rate adjustments for HGVs, with rates ranging from €0.13-0.15 per kilometer depending on vehicle weight, emission class, and region traveled.

Belgium Toll Costs: HGV Transit System

Belgium operates a sophisticated kilometer-based charging system for heavy goods vehicles across three regions: Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels. The system replaced the Eurovignette in 2016 and covers over 6,800 km of highways and major roads.

Current HGV Toll Rates (2025)

Vehicle Category Weight Class Rate per km Notes
Cars, Motorcycles Under 3.5 tons €0.00 Toll-free highways
Light Trucks 3.5 - 12 tons €0.10 - €0.13 OBU required
Heavy Trucks 12+ tons €0.13 - €0.15 Varies by Euro class
Semi-trailer Tractors N1 category, BC code €0.10 - €0.13 Regardless of weight

Liefkenshoek Tunnel Rates (Cars & Trucks)

Vehicle Height Cash/Card Auto Payment Teletol/OBU
Under 3 meters €7.00 €6.50 €6.00
Over 3 meters €22.00 €20.50 €19.00

How to Pay Belgium Tolls

Belgium has different payment systems for different vehicle types and toll facilities:

1. HGV Highway Tolls (Viapass System):

  • Mandatory On-Board Unit (OBU) showing green light at all times
  • Satellite-based tracking across all Belgian roads
  • Automatic billing based on distance traveled
  • Seven accredited service providers: Satellic, Eurotoll, Telepass, Toll4Europe, etc.
  • €135 refundable deposit for OBU device

2. Liefkenshoek Tunnel (Cars & Trucks):

  • Cash payment at toll booths (gates 7, 8, 9)
  • Credit card at automatic lanes (gates 1, 2, 3, 4)
  • Teletol badge for lowest rates and smooth passage
  • OBU devices also accepted

3. OBU Registration Process:

  • Register at Road User Portal (RUP) online
  • Order OBU with free delivery within 2-5 working days
  • Visit Service Points near borders and throughout Belgium
  • Contact current OBU provider if they're a business partner

To calculate toll costs for all vehicle types across Belgium highways and tunnels, use TollGuru Belgium toll calculator

Belgium Toll Enforcement & Penalties

Belgium maintains strict enforcement of its HGV toll system with comprehensive monitoring technology:

Enforcement Systems:

  • 40 permanently installed control bridges with ANPR cameras
  • 22 mobile cameras changing location every 4 hours
  • 40 police officers dedicated to OBU compliance monitoring
  • Flexible checks at any time and location on Belgian roads

Penalties for Non-Compliance:

  • Standard fine: €1,000 per region for driving without active OBU
  • Regional authority fines: €500 - €1,000 for non-payment
  • OBU malfunction: 3-hour grace period to repair or leave country
  • License plate monitoring calculates permissible vehicle weight

Recent Changes (2025)

HGV Toll System Updates:

  • July 2025: Annual toll rate adjustments for Flanders and Brussels regions
  • Automatic OBU software updates with new tariffs
  • Seven accredited service providers continue operations
  • Enhanced enforcement with mobile camera network expansion

Low Emission Zone Expansions:

  • January 1, 2025: LEZ extended to mopeds, motorcycles, and light vehicles
  • Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent LEZ access criteria strengthened
  • Day pass prices: €35 cars, €20 motorcycles, €50 heavy vehicles

Regional Billing Structure:

  • Flanders & Brussels: Toll charged as tax (no VAT)
  • Wallonia: Toll charged as fee with VAT (managed by Sofico)
  • Separate invoices required for each region

Belgium Toll Coverage & Network

Belgium's toll system covers an extensive network of highways and major roads across three regions:

Major Toll Highways:

  • A1: Brussels – Antwerp – Netherlands border
  • A2: Leuven – Netherlands border
  • A3: Brussels – Leuven – Liège – Germany border
  • A4: Brussels – Namur – Luxembourg border
  • A7: Brussels – Mons – France border
  • A10: Brussels – Ghent – Bruges – Ostend
  • A12: Brussels – Antwerp – Netherlands border
  • A14: Antwerp – Ghent – France border
  • A25: Liège – Netherlands border

Toll-Free Routes:

  • Most toll roads have €0.00 tariff for vehicles under 3.5 tons
  • Alternative routes available for all major corridors
  • Only Liefkenshoek tunnel requires payment from cars

Planning Your Belgium Journey

For Car Drivers:

  • Highway travel: Completely toll-free throughout Belgium
  • Liefkenshoek tunnel: Budget €7 for shortest route under Scheldt
  • Alternative routes: Free crossing via Kennedytunnel (may have congestion)
  • Low emission zones: Check vehicle compliance in Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent

For Truck Operators:

  • OBU mandatory: Install before entering Belgium
  • Daily costs: €50-150 depending on route and vehicle specs
  • Service providers: Choose from 7 accredited OBU suppliers
  • Cross-border efficiency: Many providers offer multi-country coverage

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay tolls to drive through Belgium?

No, if you're driving a car, motorcycle, or vehicle under 3.5 tons, Belgium highways are toll-free. Only the Liefkenshoek tunnel near Antwerp charges €7 for cars.

What happens if my truck doesn't have an OBU?

Driving without an active OBU results in €1,000 fines per region. Belgium has extensive enforcement with 40 control bridges, 22 mobile cameras, and regular police checks.

Can I use my German or French toll device in Belgium?

Yes, if your current OBU provider is a business partner with Viapass. Many providers offer multi-country coverage including Belgium. Contact your provider to activate Belgium coverage.

Are there vignettes in Belgium?

No, Belgium abolished vignettes in 2016. The country now uses distance-based charging for HGVs only. Cars drive toll-free without any vignette requirements.

How much does Belgium toll cost for trucks?

Typical costs range from €0.10-0.15 per kilometer depending on vehicle weight, Euro emission class, and region. A truck driving 500km across Belgium pays approximately €50-75.

Belgium vs. Neighboring Countries

Country Cars Trucks System Type
Belgium Toll-free €0.10-0.15/km OBU distance-based
France Distance-based Distance-based Toll booths + electronic
Netherlands Toll-free HGV toll planned Currently toll-free
Germany Toll-free €0.09-0.19/km Toll-Collect OBU
Luxembourg Toll-free Eurovignette Time-based vignette

Useful Links & Resources

Official Belgium Toll Information:

  • viapass.be - Official Belgian HGV toll system
  • satellic.be - Primary OBU provider and registration
  • liefkenshoektunnel.be - Liefkenshoek tunnel information and rates

Low Emission Zone Information:

  • Brussels LEZ: lez.brussels
  • Antwerp LEZ: slimnaarantwerpen.be
  • Ghent LEZ: stad.gent

Related TollWiki Pages:

Service Providers:

  • Satellic Belgium - Primary OBU provider
  • Toll4Europe - Multi-country EETS service
  • Telepass - European toll collection
  • Eurotoll - Cross-border toll solutions

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