Changes to vehicle registration processes are set to affect Belgian drivers from 1 August 2025. Number plate cancellation, a routine part of vehicle deregistration, will no longer be handled for free by bpost. This update, confirmed on 2025-07-27 16:09:00, shifts responsibility entirely to the federal Vehicle Registration Service (DIV).
- Nummerplaat schrappen vanaf augustus niet gratis
- DIV verwerkt nummerplaat schrapping vanaf 1 augustus
- Nummerplaat gratis inleveren bij DIV inzamelbox
- Bpost biedt betaalde nummerplaat ophaalservice aan
- Verzekeraar schrijft tweedehandsvoertuig direct in vanaf augustus
- Nieuwe procedure bespaart 12 euro administratiekosten
What does this mean for those looking to cancel their number plates? While bpost previously offered free number plate returns, new options now include depositing plates directly at DIV locations or using paid postal services. Additionally, the registration of secondhand motorbikes and similar vehicles is simplified, removing the need to visit post offices.
How will these changes impact your vehicle paperwork? Read on for a clear summary of the new procedures and what you need to know.
Why the shift, and how does it affect you? The government aims to streamline vehicle administration but introduces new costs and options. Consider these key points:
- Number plate cancellation is free only if done at DIV or federal mobility offices; postal returns cost at least €5.15, while bpost’s new service charges €17.99.
- The official plate to be returned is the one with the DIV logo, usually at the rear of the vehicle.
- If trading in for a vehicle of the same category, you can keep your number plate if you re-register within four months.
- Since August 1, 2025, insurers can directly register secondhand motorbikes and similar vehicles, eliminating the need for bpost visits and saving €12.
As these new rules take effect, Belgian vehicle owners should prepare by familiarizing themselves with the DIV’s cancellation options and insurer-based registrations. Will you adapt your process to avoid extra fees? Staying informed ensures smoother vehicle paperwork ahead.
