28/01/2026
New Dutch Truck Toll – Important Update (from 1 July 2026)
From 1 July 2026, the Netherlands will introduce a distance-based, CO₂-differentiated toll for trucks over 3.5 tonnes, replacing the current Eurovignette system.
The toll applies to motorways, as well as selected provincial (N-roads) and municipal roads, and requires an On-Board Unit (OBU).
Key points:
📅 Start date: 1 July 2026
🚚 Who is affected: N2 & N3 trucks > 3.5 tonnes
📏 How it works: Pay per km driven
📟 OBU required: Authorised OBU (EETS-compatible)
🌱 Rates depend on: CO₂ emission class, vehicle weight & axles
→ Cleaner trucks pay less
Transition:
* Eurovignette abolished
*Truck motor vehicle tax reduced to a minimum
⚠️ Fines: 50% reduced until 1 Jan 2027
👉 Operators must register with a service provider and ensure their OBU is installed and active by 1 July 2026.
Penalties & Enforcement:
*Enforced by ILT and police using ANPR cameras and roadside checks.
🕒 Transition period (1 July–31 Dec 2026): 50% reduced fines
Fines;
❌ No contract / registration:
€400 → €800 from 1 Jan 2027
🔌 OBU switched off or faulty:
€250 → €500 from 1 Jan 2027
📟 Wrong or unregistered OBU:
€250 → €500 from 1 Jan 2027
Important rules:
⏱️ Max 1 fine per truck per 24 hours
💶 If multiple violations occur, highest fine applies
🚓 Truck impoundment possible in serious cases
How to get an OBU:
🌍 EETS providers:
Eurowag (EVA), Axxès, Telepass, Toll4Europe, Tolltickets
National providers: e.g. Toll Collect (Germany), Satellic (Belgium)
📝Process:
Sign a contract, register the vehicle, pay a deposit if required
🛒 Where:
Online via Road User Portals or at authorised service points
