The fares of Brussels taxis go up by 14 cents/km within the 19 municipalities of the capital, while other rates such as night supplement and pick-up charge remain unchanged.

Public transport in Brussels is no longer free for the over-65s using the MIVB. A annual ticket now costs €60.

The Belgian motorcycle driving licence is replaced by a European licence, covering four categories of motorcycle. For the largest, there is now a minimum age of 22.

On 2 May, a new €5 banknote comes into circulation, the first of a series of new bills which contain improved security features.