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Belgian traffic offences can lead to immediate collections, settlements, orders to pay, court fines and disqualification from driving. The applicable sanction depends on the offence and how the case is handled.

Many Belgian traffic offences are divided into four degrees. First-degree offences are the least serious, while fourth-degree offences are considered the most serious.

Since 1 July 2026, the standard immediate collections are €64 for a first-degree offence, €128 for a second-degree offence and €191 for a third-degree offence. The amount for a fourth-degree offence is €520, but Belgian residents are normally summoned to court instead of receiving an immediate collection for a fourth-degree offence.

Yes. A court can impose a disqualification from driving for between eight days and five years for certain offences. It is possible for second- and third-degree offences and mandatory for fourth-degree offences.

Yes. For certain serious offences committed within two years after obtaining a category B driving licence, novice drivers are subject to stricter rules. A driving ban may be mandatory and regaining the right to drive can require passing a new theory or practical examination.

Yes. Repeat offences can result in heavier sanctions, including longer driving bans, higher fines or additional measures depending on the type of offence and previous convictions.

No. Speeding has its own penalty system. The amount depends on how far the speed limit was exceeded and whether the offence occurred in areas such as a built-up area, zone 30, residential area or encounter zone.

Yes. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is subject to separate sanction systems, which can include immediate driving prohibitions, fines, court proceedings, driving bans and measures such as an alcohol interlock.