Zero-emission zone Schiphol: what applies to your van or truck
Schiphol has a zero-emission zone for city logistics from 1 January 2026. Vans and trucks driving there must be emission-free, unless a transition rule or exemption applies.
- Start date
- 1 January 2026
- Electric or hydrogen
- Always allowed
- Applies to
- Vans (N1) and trucks (N2, N3). Cars and buses are not covered.
- New diesel (registered from 2025)
- No access
At Schiphol-Centrum, Euro 6 vans may enter until 1 January 2029, a year longer than in most municipalities.
Transition rules in Schiphol
| Diesel | First registration | In Schiphol |
|---|---|---|
| Van Euro 5 | Until 1 January 2027 | |
| Van Euro 6 | Until 1 January 2029 | |
| Rigid truck Euro VI | 2017–2019 | Until 1 January 2028 |
| Rigid truck Euro VI | 2020–2024 | Until 1 January 2030 |
| Tractor unit Euro VI | 2017–2024 | Until 1 January 2030 |
| Lower Euro class, or diesel registered from 2025 | No access |
These dates are national. A zone that starts later does not get longer transition periods.
What this means for replacing your diesel
Does your diesel lose access to Schiphol soon? Then calculate now what an electric van or truck costs you per km, including grants and truck toll. That way you replace at the moment that pays off most.
Calculate electric vs dieselCheck your number plate in the guide
Zone boundary and exemptions
The municipality of Schiphol sets the boundary of the zone and grants exemptions, for example a day exemption or for special vehicles. Check the map and your number plate on Op weg naar ZES before you plan a route.