From January 1, 2027, the fee to delete a vehicle from the traffic register without a dismantling certificate will increase to 800 euros, up from just 15 euros this year.
Starting January 1, 2027, the fee for removing lost or destroyed vehicles from the Estonian traffic register without a dismantling certificate will soar to 800 euros, according to the Transport Administration. Currently, the fee for this procedure is only 15 euros, highlighting a significant increase intended to curb illegal vehicle dismantling. The regulation aims to prevent the misuse of the current low fee structure, which may encourage people to dismantle vehicles illegally and avoid proper disposal processes.
Prior to this massive fee hike, the process will be free in 2025 for vehicles deleted from the register without a dismantling certificate. However, in 2026, the fee will be reinstated at a nominal 15 euros. The introduction of the 800-euro fee comes in response to concerns that the low cost of deletion has been exploited, increasing the likelihood of vehicles being dismantled unlawfully and subsequently being easily removed from the official records.
Dismantling a vehicle with a dismantling certificate will remain free of charge, ensuring that proper disposal practices are incentivized. This shift not only secures revenue for the state but also promotes environmental responsibility by encouraging better management of end-of-life vehicles.
