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Belgium rules and regulations

Road rules
  • Vehicles drive on the right hand side of the road 
  • Vehicles approaching from the right always have priority unless specifically marked otherwise
  • Trams always have priority 
  • Headlights should be used during the daytime in bad weather conditions and between dusk and dawn 
  • The horn must not be used in built-up areas, except in the case of immediate or extreme danger 
  • Cruise control is illegal on motorways 
  • International motorways are signified by green signs with white characters preceded by the letter E 
  • National highways are signified by blue signs with white letters preceded by the letter A 
  • Smaller highways may have more than one road number preceded by the letter N 
  • It is illegal to leave a dog unattended in a parked car
  • A fire extinguisher and first aid kit are recommended
  • Reflective jacket and warning triangle are compulsory
Driving regulations
  1. Minimum age for rental:
    • 21 years of age
    • Rental rates may be higher for renters aged 21-24
  2. Driving Licence:
    • Valid full driving licence
    • An International Driving Permit is required if the driver’s regular driving licence is in non-Roman script

Travel tips

Cruise control is illegal on motorways.

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