Tourists/Temporary VisitorsTourists and temporary visitors are allowed to drive in Belgium on a valid license from a U.S. state. An International Driver's License is not required but some car rental companies may require one.
Do I need an international driving Licence for Belgium?
You do not need an IDP to drive here for periods up to 6 months. If you have a paper driving licence, you may need a 1968 IDP . Check with the Belgian Embassy. IDP needed for car hire.
What do I need to rent a car in Belgium?
To rent a car in Belgium, you must be at least 21 years old (age may vary by car category) and have held your license for 1 year. Drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. Seatbelts are mandatory.
What license do I need to drive in Belgium?
You will need a Category B driving license to drive a car in Belgium. The minimum age to apply for a full driving license is 18. However, you can take the driving theory test after turning 17 and apply for a provisional driving license to begin taking lessons.
What documents do I need to drive in Belgium?
When driving in Belgium, always carry:
- your driving licence.
- your car papers.
- your insurance paper.
- your MOT ('contrôle technique') certificate.
- your passport or ID and those of your passengers.
What documents do I need to drive to Belgium?
Licences and documents
- your driving licence.
- your car papers.
- your insurance paper.
- your MOT ('contrôle technique') certificate.
- your passport or ID and those of your passengers.
Do I need an international driver’s license to rent a car in Belgium?
Is it worth hiring a car in Belgium?
Belgium is a very easy country to navigate through and hiring a car enables you to drive around its rural and urban areas at your own convenience. You can find Enterprise Rent-A-Car branches located in many prominent cities, including Brussels, Ghent, and Oostende, as well as several other locations around the country.
Is my driving Licence valid in Belgium?
Driving licenses issued in the European Economic Area (EEA) – which includes Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway – are also valid in Belgium. However, if your driving license was issued in a non-EU/EEA country, you will need to exchange it for a Belgian one after 185 days of registering in Belgium.
What do you need to drive in Belgium 2023?
When driving in Belgium, always carry:
- your driving licence.
- your car papers.
- your insurance paper.
- your MOT ('contrôle technique') certificate.
- your passport or ID and those of your passengers.
Can I drive in Europe with US driver license?
If you have a valid license from your home state, you can drive in European countries for up to 90 days without further documentation. However, once you have spent more than 90 days in Europe and wish to continue driving there, it is recommended that you get an International Driver's License (IDL).
What do you need to drive through Belgium?
When driving in Belgium, always carry:
- your driving licence.
- your car papers.
- your insurance paper.
- your MOT ('contrôle technique') certificate.
- your passport or ID and those of your passengers.
Is it difficult to drive in Belgium?
Overall, driving in Belgium and Luxembourg was quite easy, and we were pleasantly surprised with how little trouble we actually had. Yes, signage is minimal, pumping gas has its quirks, and the winter driving rule caught us off guard, but overall we would drive in these countries again without hesitation.