| Speed Limit on Motorways | |
| Speed Limit on Open Roads | |
| Speed Limit in Towns | |
| Alcohol Limit | - 50mg of alcohol in the bloodstream
- More than 50mg of alcohol in the bloodstream can result in a fine up to €10,000 and surrender of Driving Licence for up to 6 hours
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| Road Tolls | - Liefkenshoektunnel near Antwerp is a toll road
- Motorways are free
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| Use of Mobile Phone Whilst Driving | - It is illegal to use a hand held mobile phone when driving and can result in an on the spot fine of €50
- It is legal to use a hands free unit
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| On the Spot Fines | - On the spot fines are issued for minor motoring offences
- Motorists should always collect a receipt from the issuing officer
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| Seat Belts | - Compulsory for front and rear seated passengers if already fitted
- Children must be at least 12 years of age to sit in the front of the vehicle unless a special secured seat is fitted
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| Traffic Light Regulations | - Red – Stop
- Amber – Prepare to stop
- Green – Proceed
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| Rush Hour in Built Up Areas | - 0700 -1000 hrs
- 1500 -1900 hrs
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| Fuel | - Fuel stations generally open 0800hrs to 2000hrs
- Main fuel stations along motorways are open 24hrs
- Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, although they probably will not work at automatic pumps, which are often the only pumps open out-of-hours
- All grades of unleaded petrol, diesel and LPG are available as well as lead substitute additive
- Leaded petrol is getting hard to find
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| Parking Advice | - Blue zones operate in selected roads, which allow motorists to park for a limited period
- A parking disc must be obtained from a fuel station, car supply shop or police station before motorists can park their vehicle in these roads
- Parking meters and tickets are in force in and around busy roads and in all cities
- Motorists should consider the individual restrictions before they park their vehicle
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