Moving in Ghent
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- Postcode
- 9000, 9030, 9031, 9040, 9050
- Province
- Flanders
- Parking permit
- apply at least 15 days ahead · see the procedure below
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Reserving parking in Ghent
How to apply (until 31 December 2026)
Apply online for a permit to occupy public space for a delivery or move via innames.stad.gent (log in with itsme or eID). Until 31 December 2026, you provide and put up the no-parking signs yourself (for hire from a rental centre or signage company) at least 48 hours before the start; then you report the number plates of cars already parked there via the online form. The permit (by email, before the start date) states which signs to put up.
| When to apply | On the parking lane: at least 15 days before the start; (partly) outside the parking lane (road, cycle path, pavement): at least 26 days. Signs must be up at least 48 hours in advance. |
| Cost | The permit is free: occupying public space for a move or delivery is exempt from tax until 1 January 2027. Sign rental: at your own cost, with the rental company. |
| Who places the signs? | You rent the signs from a supplier |
| Limits and furniture lift | A furniture lift may stand on the pavement, a parking space or the road with a permit (26-day notice outside the parking lane). Extension online at least 7 days before the end date. A skip or container needs a separate permit (temporary work zone, container…), with the same notice periods, and is taxed except for the first day. |
| Contact | Dienst Wegen, Bruggen en Waterlopen - Afdeling Innames Publieke Ruimte (Roads, Bridges and Waterways - Public Space Occupation), Woodrow Wilsonplein 1, 9000 Gent - 09 266 79 90 - [email protected]; Gentinfo 09 210 10 10 |
From 1 January 2027
New rules already published by the city, for occupations from that date.
Apply online for a permit to occupy public space for a delivery or move via innames.stad.gent (log in with itsme or eID). For occupations starting after 1 January 2027, the City of Ghent puts up the E1 (no parking) and E3 (no stopping or parking) signs itself: you no longer need to do anything for these signs. If your permit includes other traffic signs, you remain responsible for them.
| When to apply | On the parking lane: at least 15 days before the start; (partly) outside the parking lane (road, cycle path, pavement): at least 26 days (the city has not announced different notice periods for 2027). |
| Cost | One-day occupation: no tax (consecutive permits are added together). More than one day: tax per permit = days × m² × €0.58 × nuisance factor (1 to 4) + €11 per parking space taken per day, with a minimum of €52 (2027 rates). Free cancellation: notify at least 4 working days before the start. |
| Who places the signs? | The city |
| Limits and furniture lift | A furniture lift may stand on the pavement, a parking space or the road with a permit (26-day notice outside the parking lane). Extension online at least 7 days before the end date. A skip or container needs a separate permit (temporary work zone, container…), with the same notice periods, and falls under the same tax. An occupation that starts before 1 January 2027 and continues afterwards is taxed for the part from 1 January 2027. |
Any fee for the city putting up the signs: not yet published, to be confirmed with the City of Ghent. Source: official tax page (in Dutch) ↗
You always apply to the municipality yourself, not the mover: then mention the length you have reserved in your message.
Information checked on 3 November 2026 on official websites. Rules and fees can change: check the official municipality page ↗ (in Dutch) before applying. All municipalities
How it works
- 1Describe your move, once
Route, floors, furniture, options and, if you like, up to 15 photos (rooms and access): about 3 minutes.
- 2Confirm your e-mail
One click on the link we e-mail you confirms your request. It is checked, then passed to a mover.
- 3One verified mover receives your request
They have 2 hours to accept it (counted between 8 am and 9 pm). A request confirmed between 9 pm and 8 am is passed to a mover from 8 am. If they decline or do not reply, your request goes to the next mover.
- 4You receive their quote through Movzo
They send it within 5 hours (same hours). You accept or decline it; if it does not suit you, you can ask once for another mover.
- 5You deal directly with the mover
Quote accepted: you receive their contact details and they receive yours. You agree and pay directly with them, then you leave a review after the move.
Before you move
- Parking permit: reserve the space with the municipality, at least 15 days ahead. See how it works
- Furniture lift: from the 2nd floor without a lift, it often saves a lot of time.
- Register your address with your new municipality within 8 working days; a local police officer will visit to confirm.
- Dates: the end of the month and summer are busy. Book 4 to 6 weeks ahead.
FAQ
How much does a move cost?
The price depends on volume, floors, access, distance and options. A verified mover sends you their quote through Movzo, free of charge. For orders of magnitude, see our example prices.
Do I need a parking permit?
Usually yes: you reserve the space in front of your building with the municipality, at least 15 days ahead. You apply yourself, not the mover.
Do the movers speak English?
Many do, especially in Brussels. Write “English please” in your message; you can also say so in the chat.
Ready to move?
About 3 minutes to describe your move, then a quote from a verified local mover.