The Type Approval Data Declaration is available in English, German, French and Dutch.

A type-approval declaration is not an official document, but a printout of the technical data known to the RDW. In some countries, an official document is required, in which case you need a COC. A VTG is a much faster and more cost-effective alternative that contains the same data as the COC, but is not always accepted by all inspection bodies.

The Type Approval Certificate data is accepted in the vast majority of EU member states, but not in Portugal, Croatia, Belgium and Spain. Are you in doubt whether the document will be accepted in your country of destination? Please contact us in advance. Contact with us.

The VTG is only available for passenger vehicles with a Dutch license plate from 1996 onwards. Applications for commercial vehicles, motorcycles, caravans, trailers or vintage cars cannot be processed.

When you export a passenger car to another country and apply for a registration plate there, a "Declaration of Type-Approval Data" is often requested. This is because the Dutch registration certificate does not always contain sufficient technical information for a car to be admitted to another country without issue.

The Type Approval Data Statement (VTG) contains the technical information required to register a car abroad. It is similar to a COC (Certificate of Conformity) or CVO (Certificate of Conformity), but it is not an official manufacturer's document; it is a printout of the technical data known to the RDW.

Yes. Both residents and tourists are required to drive with a vignette, even if you are just passing through. If you drive without a vignette, you risk a fine of CHF 200 (approximately €214).

You can order the Swiss vignette for €49.95 via vwe.nl. This way, you can arrange it quickly and hassle-free, and you'll be sure to have a valid vignette before you depart.

The 2026 vignette is valid from 1 December 2025 to 31 January 2027. This gives you 14 months of use. There is no temporary or shorter vignette for tourists driving through Switzerland for just a few days. Whether you drive for one day or the entire year, the price remains the same.

The Swiss vignette has existed since 1985 and is used to cover the costs of maintaining the road network. It is a toll that you pay for using motorways and expressways in Switzerland.

If you opt for the physical sticker, affix it to the inside of the windscreen, on the top left by the driver's side. It must be visible from the front but should not obstruct your view. For a motorcycle, stick it in a clearly visible location on the tank, fairing, or windscreen. Please note: once attached, the vignette cannot be reused, so choose the location carefully. If you opt for the digital vignette, you do not need to affix anything; the vignette is linked to your vehicle registration number.

Switzerland has one type of vignette. It is a toll vignette that shows you have paid for the use of Swiss motorways. In addition to the physical sticker, a digital e-vignette has also been available since 2026, linked to your licence plate, meaning you no longer need to stick a sticker on your windscreen.

Like many other European countries, France is struggling with air pollution in densely populated areas. Particulate matter and nitrogen oxides pose a health risk to residents of large cities. The Crit’Air system assigns each vehicle an environmental rating, allowing local authorities to ban polluting vehicles, permanently in city centres or temporarily during periods of severe smog.

Yes, in virtually every large French city you arrive in by car, motorbike, or campervan. Without the correct sticker, you risk a fine of €68 for passenger cars and €135 for heavier vehicles. The rules also apply to foreign number plates.

Via vwe.nl, you can order the French environmental sticker for €19.95. This way, you can be sure you have the correct sticker and drive into the environmental zone without worry.

The sticker remains valid as long as you drive the same vehicle; you only need to apply for it once. You only need to apply for and affix a new one if the registration plate changes, the windscreen is replaced, or the sticker becomes illegible.

Stick the sticker on the inside of the windscreen, on the bottom right from the driver's perspective. Ensure it is clearly visible but does not obstruct your view. Please note: once applied, the sticker cannot be reused, so choose the location carefully.

The French environmental sticker is called Crit’Air and consists of six categories, each with its own colour. Which one you receive is automatically determined based on your registration number; you have no choice in this.

Green (0) – fully electric or hydrogen cars

Purple (1) – petrol, hybrid or gas with Euro 5 or Euro 6

Yellow (2) – Euro 4 petrol (2006–2010) or Euro 5/6 diesel (from 2011)

Oranje (3) – Euro 2/3 petrol (1997–2005) or Euro 4 diesel (2006–2010)

Red (4) – diesel Euro 3 (2001–2005)

Grey (5) – Euro 1/2 diesel (1997–2000) and older diesels

Environmental zones are established to improve air quality in cities. By preventing vehicles with excessive emissions from entering, the amount of particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide in the air decreases.

Yes, if you drive through an environmental zone without a valid sticker, you risk a fine of €80. The rules apply to everyone, including foreign number plates. It's better to sort it out properly beforehand than to be faced with an unpleasant surprise along the way.

You can order the environmental sticker for €12.50 via vwe.nl. Quick and easy, so you can get on the road without a worry.

There are three colours: red, yellow, and green. In practice, only the green sticker is still usable. Red and yellow are no longer accepted in any environmental zone. The colour you receive depends on how clean your car is.

For electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, there is also an optional blue E-Plakette. This gives you additional benefits in more and more cities, such as free parking or access to zero-emission zones. Please note: the blue sticker does not replace the green environmental sticker.

The sticker has no expiry date and remains valid. You only need a new one if your registration number changes, the sticker becomes illegible, or your windscreen is replaced.

As soon as you enter an environmental zone, you are required to have the sticker. The zones are recognisable by signs with “Umweltzone” along the road. This applies to everyone, even if you are coming from the Netherlands.

You stick the sticker on the inside of the windscreen, in a clearly visible spot. The most common place is the bottom right (passenger side) so that it doesn't obstruct your view. Please note: once stuck, the sticker cannot be reused, so choose the spot carefully.

Germany currently has over 36 cities with an environmental zone (Umweltzone) where an environmental sticker is mandatory. Well-known cities include Berlin, Munich, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Hamburg, but smaller towns can also have an environmental zone. Therefore, always check before departure if your route passes through an environmental zone. View up-to-date information Umweltzones in German cities here

This happens at an Export Partner of VWE. On the map below, you will find an Export Location near you. You can go to VWE in Heerhugowaard without an appointment from Monday to Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

• Most recent registration card + assignment codes or registration documents (parts 1A, 1B and 2)​
• Dutch number plates
• Counter display
• Valid proof of identity (passport, ID card or Dutch driving licence) + Name, address, place of residence details of the buyer
• If the car is not exported on a trailer, but driven on the road: ensure the vehicle has a valid MOT.

Take these documents with you when you go to an Export Partner or the VWE counter.

Exporting a car might seem complicated, but with the right documents and preparations, it can be arranged smoothly. Whether you're selling your vehicle abroad or taking it with you, there are a few things you need to know beforehand. This includes deregistering the vehicle from the Dutch registration system, applying for export number plates, and arranging temporary insurance. You'll also need to have the correct paperwork on hand, such as the registration certificate and valid identification.

In this step-by-step guide, you’ll read exactly what you need, where to go, and how to ensure your car can be exported without any problems.