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What is the Low Emission Zone?
« Low Emission Zone » (LEZ) translates to « Zone de Basses Emissions » in French. This is the term used to designate an area where the most polluting vehicles are prohibited from travelling. This measure is being taken in a large number of Belgian (Antwerp, Ghent) and European cities to improve air quality and therefore public health.
How to get around the Brussels-Capital Region?
Cars are not the ideal means of transport in the Brussels-Capital Region. Adopt alternatives to the car!
And if you really want to drive a car...
... It is possible to buy a day pass for non-compliant vehicles. Certain types of vehicles may also be eligible for an exemption.
I wish to purchase a day pass
You can still drive in the LEZ by purchasing a day pass. This costs €35 per day. A maximum of 8 day passes are available per year and per vehicle.
I wish to apply for an exemption
Exemptions exist for certain types of vehicles. Some are granted automatically while others must be applied for.