The Dutch government has announced new rules for the registration of Ukrainian vehicles. They provide for obtaining local license plates by March 2025. Find out about the step-by-step registration procedure, required documents and financial costs for successful car registration

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The Dutch government has introduced new vehicle registration requirements for Ukrainians. This information was published on the government portal. Thus, according to the new requirements, all cars with Ukrainian registration must obtain Dutch license plates by March 4, 2025. The registration process includes several important stages and requires advance preparation of documents. We will tell you how to re-register a car in the article below.

The procedure for obtaining Dutch license plates for Ukrainians: step-by-step instructions

First of all, to register a vehicle, you must meet the following requirements:

● be registered with a municipality in the Netherlands;

● have a valid passport;

● be at least 18 years of age.

Step-by-step algorithm for re-registering a car

Step 1: BPM tax exemption

First of all, you need to apply for exemption from the tax on cars and motorcycles (BPM). This can be done through a special online form on the official website of the tax service. After submitting the application, you will receive a confirmation from the tax office.

Step 2: RDW technical inspection

The next step is to make an appointment for a technical inspection at the RDW. To pass the inspection, you must have:

● technical passport

● an identity document

● Certificate of conformity (desirable, but not required);

● a document on exemption from BPM.

More information on the rules of technical inspection can be found on the RDW website.

Step 3: Submitting the BPM declaration

After successfully passing the technical inspection, you need to submit a special declaration of speed. This can also be done via the online form. Once the declaration is processed, RDW will register your vehicle and issue a registration certificate.

Step 4: Obtaining license plates

After receiving the certificate, you can order the production of Dutch license plates. This can be done at specialized points. The addresses can be found on the official RDW website.

Step 5: Insurance

After installing the new license plates, you need to take out a local car insurance policy with an insurance agent.

Step 6: Paying the vehicle tax

After your car is registered with the RDW, the tax authorities will send you a tax bill (MRB). A few weeks later, you will receive a direct debit authorization form for the MRB. You can fill out and return this form if you want the tax authorities to automatically debit the MRB from your account.

Peculiarities of technical inspection for cars older than 3 years

If your vehicle is more than 3 years old (for gasoline vehicles - more than 4 years old) and you have not received a technical inspection report from RDW, you must make an appointment for a mandatory technical inspection at one of RDW's certified car repair shops. You can find the nearest address on the RDW website.

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When do Ukrainians need to pay car tax (MRB) in the Netherlands under the new rules?

The government website states that MRB must be paid from the moment the car is registered with the RDW. This may mean that you will pay MRB until March 4, 2025.

How much MRB you have to pay depends on your car. You can calculate the amount of tax by following this link.

Financial costs of registration: how much do you have to pay?

The registration process involves the following mandatory payments:

● Identification of the passenger vehicle - EUR 56.50;

● registration certificate - EUR 47.65

● registration in the name of a person through the RDW - EUR 12.50;

● recycling fee - EUR 20.00.

Additional information and contacts

For more information, you can:

● visit the official website belastingdienst.nl/auto;

● call the tax office at 0800-0749;

● contact RDW at 088-008 74 47.

Please note! The official portal encourages you to start the registration process in advance, as it can take a long time due to the need to go through all the stages and wait for documents.

We remind you! Previously, refugees from Ukraine were not eligible for a Dutch driver's license, but the rules have changed. Read when Ukrainians will be able to pass the exams and get a license in the Netherlands and how to do it in our previous article.

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