Calculate your BPM
Instant estimate using official Dutch tax authority rates
What is BPM?
BPM (Belasting van Personenauto's en Motorrijwielen) is the Dutch registration tax you pay when importing a car from abroad or buying a new car in the Netherlands. The amount depends on your car's CO2 emissions — the lower the emissions, the lower the tax. For imported cars, a depreciation is also applied based on the car's age — the older the car, the lower the amount you'll pay.
How it works
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Select your car
Enter your Dutch license plate, or manually select brand, model and year.
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We fetch the details
CO2 emissions and specifications are automatically retrieved via RDW.
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Get an instant estimate
Within seconds you'll see the estimated BPM based on official rates.
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Compare and register
Optionally compare against the koerslijst, then proceed with RDW registration.
Calculate BPM by brand
Pick your car brand for rates and typical CO2 values
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but differently than for petrol or diesel cars. Electric cars only pay the fixed start tariff, with no CO2 surcharge, since they produce no emissions.
BPM must be paid before your car can receive Dutch plates. It is paid as part of the official BPM declaration process, handled by a certified inspector.
Forfaitaire uses a fixed government depreciation table based on age. Koerslijst uses the actual current market value. Your tool calculates both and recommends the lower option.
You can drive on foreign plates for a limited period. Once you become a Dutch resident you must register your car within a set timeframe. Consult the RDW for current rules.
A certified BPM inspector (keuringsbedrijf) handles the official vehicle inspection and BPM declaration submission on your behalf. Their fee typically includes the koerslijst report if applicable.
No. This tool provides estimates based on official Belastingdienst rate tables. Always verify with a certified BPM inspector before making financial decisions.