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Registering your Romanian car in Belgium

Are you registered with a Belgian municipality? Then in principle you may no longer drive with Romanian number plates. We help you register the car correctly, so you avoid fines.

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Anyone living in Belgium must register their car in Belgium, within 30 days of registering with the municipality. If you are stopped, you risk a fine and must pay road tax.

There are some exceptions, for example a company car from a foreign employer, a car borrowed for a short time or a rental car. We check with you whether an exception applies.

Registration happens in steps: the 705 vignette at customs, technical inspection, Belgian insurance and registration with the DIV. Then you pay the registration tax and the annual road tax. Don’t forget to deregister the car in Romania.

Which documents do you usually need?

  • Romanian registration certificate and, if applicable, the vehicle identity card
  • Purchase invoice or sales contract
  • Certificate of conformity (COC) or proof of European type approval
  • Your identity card and Belgian address
  • Proof of Belgian car insurance

This is a general list. Exactly which documents you need depends on your situation and your municipality. After our first contact, you will receive a list tailored to you.

How it works

  1. You tell us your situation

    Via the contact form, in your own language. We ask the right questions.

  2. You receive a clear plan

    You know which documents you need, where to go and what it costs.

  3. We follow up

    We help with forms and letters until your file is in order.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to register my car?

30 days after registering with your municipality in Belgium. So don’t wait too long.

What if I am stopped with my Romanian plates?

You must show that an exception applies. If you can’t, you risk a fine and must pay road tax.

Do I have to deregister the car in Romania?

Yes. After the Belgian registration you apply for deregistration in Romania. We explain how.

Can I drive a family member’s car?

For a short time and with the owner’s written permission, sometimes yes. The rules are strict; we look at your situation.

Need help with your application?

Briefly describe your situation. You will receive a personal reply within 24 hours, in Romanian, Dutch, French or English.

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