Driving in Belgium as a Germany National

Belgium drives on the right with excellent motorways, multilingual signage, and straightforward rules. EU and US license holders generally do not need an IDP.

Key Things to Know First

No IDP Typically Required

Belgium generally accepts foreign licences for short-term visitors. Carry your original licence and passport at all times.

Same Side of the Road

Both Germany and Belgium drive on the right. No adjustment needed.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Rule	Germany	Belgium	Change?
Traffic side	Right-hand traffic	Right-hand traffic	Same
Speed unit	km/h	km/h	Same
IDP required	—	No	No
Min. driving age	18	18	Same
Emergency number	112	112	Same
Road difficulty	Moderate	Easy	—

Speed Limits in Belgium

Urban

30-50 km/h

Rural / Open road

90 km/h

Highway / Motorway

120 km/h

Documents to Carry in Belgium

Original driving licence from Germany — must be valid and unexpired
Passport or national ID — carry at all times while driving
Car insurance certificate — verify it covers Belgium before departure
Vehicle registration / rental agreement

Emergency Number in Belgium

112

112 is the pan-European emergency number, widely accepted across many countries worldwide.

Emergency numbers for all countries

Full Belgium Driving Guide

Road rules, toll system, fuel types, parking, regional quirks — everything you need for driving in Belgium.

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