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Driving — Belgium
What travelers need to know about driving in Belgium. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
Short answer
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RESTRICTED
The legal BAC limit for driving in Belgium is 0.05% (0.5 g/L). Police run breathalyzer checks, especially at night and during holidays.
Significant fines; vehicle may be impounded if the fine is unpaid on the spot.
§ US State Dept — BelgiumVerified Jul 19, 2026
GOOD TO KNOW
Speed limits are 120 km/h on highways, 50 in urban areas, and 30 in central Brussels; automated radar cameras are common and fines arrive by mail.
Significant speeding fines; vehicle may be impounded if the fine is not paid on the spot.
§ US State Dept — BelgiumVerified Jul 19, 2026
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