Starting January 1, 2027, motorists registering a vehicle in Belgium will pay the statutory 30-euro license plate fee upfront during the online application process rather than paying bpost delivery workers upon arrival. The federal ministerraad approved the shift as part of a new five-year public procurement contract awarded to Speos by the FOD Mobiliteit en Vervoer, according to government announcements.
How the 2027 License Plate Payment Process Works
Vehicle registrations typically run through insurance brokers or car dealers using the online WebDIV application. Under the upcoming procedure detailed by the FOD Mobiliteit en Vervoer, the 30-euro legal cost will integrate directly into this digital environment. Motorists complete the payment using online methods during the application phase before the system forwards the order to the producer.
Once processed, bpost delivers the physical license plate and registration certificate to the specified address without requiring an in-person financial transaction. If recipients are not home, postal workers can leave the package safely in a mailbox or secure spot since the shipment is fully prepaid.
Comparing the Current bpost Cash-on-Delivery System with Upcoming Changes
Until the end of 2026, applicants request plates digitally or via a DIV counter, while bpost handles production and delivery. The 30-euro payment occurs only when the postal worker hands over the shipment, payable in cash or via a smartphone QR code.
This legacy method often creates logistical bottlenecks. If recipients miss the delivery, postal workers cannot leave the package, forcing citizens to retrieve and pay for their plates later. The 2027 rollout eliminates these delays and removes the need for couriers to handle cash or mobile payments on the street, according to federal policy updates.
Speos Takes Over the Five-Year FOD Mobiliteit Contract
The federal government assigned the production and distribution contract for license plates and registration certificates to Speos following a formal decision by the ministerraad. The agreement spans five years, with an optional one-year extension, and begins its active delivery phase on January 1, 2027.
The primary operational shift ensures that registration orders only proceed to manufacturing after the digital transaction clears.
Frequently Asked Questions About Belgian License Plate Payments
Will the price of a Belgian license plate increase in 2027?
No. The statutory cost remains 30 euro, but the payment moment moves from delivery to the initial online application phase.
How do I pay for my license plate starting in 2027?
Payments process digitally through the WebDIV application used by car dealers and insurance brokers when submitting vehicle registrations.
What happens if I am not home when bpost delivers my plate?
Because the shipment is fully prepaid online, the postal worker can leave the package in your mailbox or in a safe location instead of requiring a cash transaction at the door.
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