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Low-emission zone in Ghent 2020

  • Due to the crisis measures as a result of the Coronavirus, LEZ fines are temporarily not issued.

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Low emission zone Ghent 2020

Temporary measure because of the corona crisis: drivers who have to make an essential trip with an unauthorized vehicle can temporarily enter the LEZ without being fined.

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  • Registration obligation for foreign number plates

    Permitted vehicles with a foreign number plate must be registered. You can register your vehicle via this online tool. Always check your vehicle in advance to avoid a fine!

    ATTENTION: Beware of certain commercial companies that offer you a service/sticker against payment. This service has no legal value and City of Ghent is not in any way involved. 

  • Low emission zone signs

  • To improve air quality, Ghent’s inner city (the area within the ring road) will become a low-emission zone on 1 January 2020. Only vehicles that meet the conditions for admission will be allowed into this zone. Avoid being fined and always check your vehicle before coming to Ghent. As a result of the Corona crisis, the City of Ghent is adapting its regulations concerning the LEZ: the cameras remain active, but there are temporarily no more fines.

    Frequently asked questions

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Your vehicle is not allowed. How can you temporarily enter the zone?

There are several possibilities if your vehicle is not automatically allowed to enter the low-emission zone. Some vehicles have to be registered (only once, free of charge) while other vehicles require you to buy a paid permit or LEZ day pass.

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Where is the low-emission zone?

To whom does the Ghent low-emission zone apply?

  • The low-emission zone applies to: ​

    • all domestic and foreign vehicles (passenger cars, camper vans, vans and trucks, agricultural vehicles, buses - this also includes tourist coaches)
    • petrol and diesel vehicles
    • gas-fuelled vehicles (CNG, LNG and LPG)
    • 24 hours a day / 7 days a week starting from 1 January 2020

  • The low-emission zone does NOT apply to: 

    • mopeds and motorcycles
    • electric vehicles
    • priority vehicles, such as police or fire trucks
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How does the low-emission zone work?

  • How do you recognise the low-emission zone?

    The low-emission zone can be identified by these signs. This traffic sign is also used in other low-emission zones in Flanders.

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    How do you recognise the low-emission zone?

  • What are the entry requirements?

    The most polluting vehicles are no longer allowed to enter the city. These are older diesel-powered vehicles and very old petrol-powered vehicles.

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    What are the entry requirements?

  • How does the City of Ghent check your vehicle?

    If you enter the low-emission zone, you are automatically checked by a smart camera.

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    How does the City of Ghent check your vehicle?
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Alternatives, subsidies, premiums and questions

  • What are the alternatives?

    Reach your destination easily and comfortably by combining different means of transport. 

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  • Check out our premiums and subsidies

    Find out whether you qualify for premiums or subsidies in your capacity as a Ghent resident or entrepreneur.

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  • Haven't found what you are looking for?

    Check out the list with frequently asked questions.