Are you planning to purchase a moped or motorcycle? Then it is essential to be well-informed about the tax obligations in advance. In Belgium, the costs depend not only on the type of vehicle you choose but also on the region where you are domiciled.
To help you make the right choice, here is an overview.
In this document, you will find a detailed comparison betweenFlanders, Wallonia, and Brussels, with specific attention to:
Mopeds (Class A & B):What are the actual costs besides the purchase price?
The Tax on Registration (BIV):Discover the significant difference between the Flemish flat-rate system and the Walloon calculation based on power (kW).
Annual Traffic Tax:Which motorcycles are exempt and when do you pay a fixed rate?
Electric Driving:How the different regions use tax incentives for green mobility.
Whether you choose an economical 125cc scooter for commuting or a powerful touring motorcycle for the weekend; this overview provides you with all the figures you need to avoid surprises.
1. Mopeds (Class A & B)
For mopeds, the regulations are federally the same. There is no regional difference in
taxation.
Type | Speed | BIV (One-time) | Annual Tax |
Class A | 25 km/h | € 0 | € 0 |
Class B | 45 km/h | € 0 | € 0 |
Speed Pedelec | 45 km/h (pedal) | € 0 | € 0 |
Note: For each new registration, you pay a one-time administration fee of € 30 to the DIV for your license plate.
2. Motorcycles (> 50cc): Tax on Registration (BIV)
This is the biggest point of difference between the regions. The BIV is paid once upon registration.
Flemish Region
Flanders applies a fixed rate regardless of power.
Standard (Combustion) | € 61.50 |
Electric | € 0 |
Walloon & Brussels Region
Calculation based on power (kW). The following are indicative base rates.
Power (kW) | BIV Amount |
0 - 70 kW | € 61.50 |
71 - 85 kW | € 123.00 |
86 - 100 kW | € 495.00 |
101 - 120 kW | € 1,239.00 |
> 155 kW | € 4,957.00 |
In Wallonia/Brussels, the BIV for second-hand motorcycles decreases based on age (10% per year of age, with a minimum of € 61.50).
3. Annual Traffic Tax
The annual tax is currently largely similar for all regions.
Engine Displacement / Type | Flanders | Wallonia / Brussels |
51cc to 250cc | € 0 (Exempt) | € 0 (Exempt) |
> 250cc | € 69.30 | € 69.30 |
Electric | € 0 (Exempt) | € 69.30 (Minimum rate) |
4. Summary & Advice
- Do you live in Flanders? Then it doesn't matter how powerful your engine is for the BIV. You always pay the low fixed rate.
- Do you live in Wallonia or Brussels? Then be very careful when purchasing a motorcycle over 100 kW (136 hp). The BIV jump there is enormous (€ 495 to € 1,239).
- Biggest saving: A 125cc motorcycle is exempt from annual tax throughout Belgium and is therefore the most economical motorized vehicle.
Rates subject to indexing (annually on July 1). Last update: 2024.