Reviewed 2026-11-03 · Art. 64
Signs and road markings →Flashing amber: proceed with extra caution; priority rules remain in force.
Purpose and student action
Identify the signal shape, colour and intended users, then apply the source rule and priority obligations.
Read · decide · act
- Identify the light intended for your lane and vehicle; public-transport signals are distinct.
- Observe the stop line and anticipate changes without accelerating to beat them.
- Green does not authorise blocking a junction or ignoring people still lawfully crossing.
Source documents
Flashing amber: proceed with extra caution; priority rules remain in force.
Coverage refers to this dated source catalogue, not every local sign or all Belgian legislation. Variants and reference examples are counted separately.
Regulatory source ↗Applied situations
A traffic light flashes amber. What happens to the priority signs?
Show the answer and reason
Remain cautious and apply the applicable signs and priority rules.
Flashing amber warns of caution; it does not remove the duty to obey the applicable priority controls.
Article 64Published legal wording (French/Dutch)
Orange clignotant : prudence accrue ; les règles de priorité restent applicables.
Oranje knipperlicht: extra voorzichtig; voorrangsregels blijven gelden.