When my neighbour Nicolas called me in January to ask whether the Walloon grant was still there, I had to tell him what I would rather not have said: no. The direct grant for buying a new EV in Wallonia — which could reach €4,000 two years ago — was extended at the last minute at end of 2024, then was not renewed.
The landscape of incentives has changed radically in 18 months. This guide sets out what actually exists in 2026, region by region.
Which incentives have disappeared for buying an EV in Belgium in 2026?
Honesty first.
Eco-bonus for individuals: closed since end 2024
Removed 01/01/2025
Expired 31/08/2024
Wallonia — The eco-bonus grant for individuals buying a new EV was extended urgently at end of 2024, then did not survive the budget cuts. It is closed.
Flanders — The Flemish region had an exemption mechanism that ended on 1 January 2025. EVs registered before that date retain their benefits, but new registrations in 2026 no longer benefit from a full exemption.
Federal — charger deduction — The tax reduction for installing a home charger (30%, capped at €1,500) only applied to expenditure from 1 September 2021 to 31 August 2024. It is over.
What incentives still exist for EVs in Belgium in 2026?
Fewer grants does not mean EVs are less financially interesting. It means the calculations change.
Which taxes are reduced for EVs in the 3 Belgian regions?
The registration tax (TMC) and the annual road tax remain very favourable for EVs throughout Belgium.
| Region | New EV TMC | Annual road tax |
|---|---|---|
| Wallonia | 0.09–0.18 × power (very low) | ~€102.96/year (min) |
| Flanders | €61.50 flat rate (01/01/2026) | ~€102.96/year |
| Brussels | Legal minimum | ~€102.96/year |
For comparison, a 2,000 cc combustion SUV will pay several hundred euros in TMC and €700 to €1,500/year in road tax depending on the region. The gap remains significant.
Is the 6% VAT on charger installation still applicable?
The big tax reduction on the charger is gone, but the reduced VAT has stayed. For installing a wallbox in a private home over 10 years old, the VAT rate is 6% instead of 21% — provided the installation is carried out by an approved professional.
On an installation of €1,500 (parts + labour), that represents €225 in savings on the final bill. Not spectacular, but real.
Is there still a grant for buying a second-hand EV in Belgium?
Flanders removed its new car grant, but maintains a €3,000 grant for buying a second-hand EV. This is one of the few direct incentives still active in 2026 for individuals in Belgium. Source: Touring.be.
Why is 2026 the last good year for companies and the self-employed?
For the self-employed and companies, 2026 is a pivotal year. 100% tax deductibility for company electric vehicles (CO2 = 0 g/km) is still applicable — but it is their last full year. From 2027, this rate starts to decrease progressively.
In concrete terms:
- Self-employed buying an EV in 2026 for professional use: 100% of the price is deductible
- From 2027: 95%, then 90%, etc.
- Combustion vehicles: 0% deductibility since 01/01/2026
- PHEVs (plug-in hybrids): 0% also since 2026
The benefit in kind (BIK) on an electric company car is also very favourable. The BIK calculation incorporates the vehicle's CO2 emission rate — for an EV (0 g/km), the coefficient is at the minimum, which greatly reduces the taxable base vs a combustion vehicle.
The employer CO2 contribution is also at the minimum for EVs. By comparison, it has increased significantly for hybrids and combustion cars since 2026.
How does the absence of direct grants change the purchase calculation in 2026?
If you are an individual in Wallonia or Brussels considering a purchase in 2026: direct grants have disappeared, but the TCO (total cost over 5 years) of an EV generally remains lower than that of an equivalent combustion car. Energy costs less, maintenance is simplified, and annual taxes are lower. Our TCO simulator does the full calculation with your actual mileage.
If you are self-employed or an SME: 2026 is the ideal year to order a professional EV. Last chance for 100% deductibility. After that, it's degressive.
If you live in Flanders and are considering a second-hand EV: the €3,000 grant is probably the most interesting direct incentive still available for individuals in 2026.
What should you anticipate for EV taxation in 2027 and beyond?
Le verdict de Christophe F.
Direct grants for new EV: closed in all 3 regions. TMC and road tax remain very low. Charger deduction expired, 6% VAT maintained. Flanders: €3,000 second-hand grant. Companies: 100% deductibility last chance — degressive from 2027.