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The LEZ in Brussels: a cleaner air for everyone!

Brussels is a LEZ (Low Emission Zone). The most polluting vehicles are banned from driving in the Region in order to protect the health of the residents.

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Since 1 January 2026, EURO 5 diesel vehicles and EURO 2 petrol vehicles (passenger cars, vans, buses, lorries, motorbikes) no longer meet the access criteria for driving in the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) of the Brussels Region.
However, you can buy a day pass or obtain an exemption in certain cases.

What happens if the vehicles in question commits an offence from 1 January 2026?

After the first recorded offence, you will receive a warning letter. This letter is intended to inform you and give you time to comply with the rules before entering the LEZ again.
If your vehicle does not comply with the rules (by purchasing a day pass or obtaining an exemption), a fine of €350 may be imposed from 3 months after the first offence.
As of 23 June 2026, if your vehicle still does not comply with the regulations, a fine may be imposed for a period of 12 months. This amount corresponds to the price of an annual pass that the government intends to introduce.

What happens in the event of an offence involving the vehicles concerned before 1 January 2025?

The LEZ rules remain unchanged; see the ‘Payments & Fines’ page.
After the first recorded offence, you will receive a fine of €350. You will not receive a warning letter.
You may receive a fine every 3 months.

Stay informed on the lez.brussels website

Where?

The boundaries of the LEZ

The LEZ applies to the entire Brussels-Capital Region, which consists of 19 municipalities. See the LEZ map.

The Ring is not concerned, nor are some roads providing access to certain transit car parks

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Who?

Which vehicles are affected?

The access criteria for driving in the LEZ depend on the vehicle’s category, fuel type, and Euro standard.

Currently, in order to drive in the LEZ without receiving a fine, diesel vehicles (cars, vans, buses, lorries) must comply with at least Euro 6 standard. Petrol, CNG and LPG vehicles (cars, vans, buses, lorries and motorcycles) must comply with at least Euro 3 standard.

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