Do I have to wear a helmet on a moped (25 km/h)?

Yes, since January 1, 2023, new rules apply in the Netherlands: on all mopeds with a blue license plate (25 km/h), you are required to wear an approved helmet—both as the driver and passenger.

  • moped helmet with the ECE‑22.05 or ECE‑22.06 quality mark is suitable.
  • speed pedelec helmet (NTA‑8776) is also permitted.
  • The fine for non-compliance is €100, plus any administrative costs.

For 45 km/h mopeds (yellow license plate), the helmet requirement remains in force – choose a moped helmet with ECE approval