What are the costs of cycling violations in 2025 in the Netherlands? ​

Are you an avid cyclist? Great news, but beware: in 2025, fines for cycling violations are expected to increase again. The proposed rates for traffic fines have been announced, and cyclists are not exempt from potential hikes. While the amounts still need to be officially approved, here’s a summary of the most notable fines.

How much will you pay for cycling violations in the Netherlands in 2025?

Safety and traffic rules remain the top priority. Below are the proposed amounts:

Unwanted behavior and safety ​

  • Cycling while using your phone: €170 
    Investing in a phone holder suddenly seems like a wise decision!​
  • Failing to signal when turning: €45 
    A simple hand gesture can save you some money.​
  • Cycling without lights in the dark: €75 
    Ensure proper bike lighting; it’s simple and prevents dangerous situations.​

Road positioning

  • Improper overtaking (e.g., overtaking on the right): €120 ​
  • Not using the bike lane where required: €75
  • Cycling on the highway: €200 
    That last one might sound obvious, but it happens more often than you'd think! Dat laatste lijkt een inkoppertje, maar het gebeurt vaker dan je denkt!

Right of way and stopping

  • Cycling through a red light: €120
  • Failing to yield to traffic from the right: €120
  • Blocking an intersection: €120
  • Cutting through a military convoy or funeral procession: €45
  • Failing to give way to passengers boarding or alighting from a tram or bus: €120

Speeding

  • Cycling too fast in a residential area (up to 10 km/h over the limit): €45
  • More than 10 km/h over the limit in a residential area: €65

Other fines

  • Parking your bike in a metered parking spot: €45 
    A small but important detail: be mindful of where you leave your bike. 

When will these fines take effect?

The proposed rates are not yet final. They will only become official after publication in the Staatsblad (Government Gazette) and are expected to take effect on January 1, 2025. Until then, the current amounts remain in force. Want to know what those are? Check the OM fine database.

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