The truck toll in the Netherlands starts on 1 July 2026. From that date, truck owners will pay per kilometre driven. Before 1 July, every truck must be equipped with an on-board unit (OBU) that can be used in the Netherlands.
The truck toll applies to almost all motorways and to certain provincial and municipal roads. The cleaner and lighter the vehicle, the lower the rate per kilometre. After the start of truck toll, the Dutch motor vehicle tax for trucks up to 12,000 kilos will be abolished. For trucks of 12,000 kilos and heavier, the Dutch motor vehicle tax will be significantly reduced. The Eurovignette for the Netherlands will end on July 1, 2026.
Before 1 July, every truck must be equipped with its own OBU that can be used in the Netherlands. Several providers supply these OBUs, each with different offers, terms, and conditions. Make sure you choose a provider in good time to ensure you receive your OBU in time.
The truck toll means that you pay an amount per kilometre driven. To determine how much you will have to pay, you need this information: the technical maximum mass, the CO2 emission class and sometimes the euro emission class.
For trucks that are 40 years or older, you may be able to apply for a dispensation. The requirement is that you use the truck only for private purposes. Police and fire vehicles can also get a dispensation.
Truck toll will apply to Dutch and foreign owners of vehicles in categories N2 and N3. These vehicles have a technical maximum mass of more than 3,500 kg.
It does not matter what you use the vehicle for. It also does not matter whether the vehicle is empty or loaded. Read more at "For whom and why"...
You will pay truck toll on almost all motorways, and on some provincial and municipal roads.
On this website, you will always find the latest version of the road map and the list of roads.
A short explanation with images and sound about the truck toll in the Netherlands.
On 23 April 2026, the Dutch House of Representatives requested the government to temporarily reduce the truck toll rates, due to high fuel prices. The government is assessing within what timeframe this can be implemented and is working out the temporary rates. The government will also consult w … Read more
