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International Business Times
04-06-2025
- Business
- International Business Times
Malaysia Set to Enforce VEP for Singapore-Registered Vehicles from July 1
Malaysia is all set to enforce the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) for Singapore-registered vehicles crossing land borders starting July 1 to improve road safety. Transport minister Loke Siew Fook said in a press conference on Wednesday, June 4, that vehicles without a valid VEP would be issued a RM300 compound fine, which must be paid before they are allowed to leave Malaysia. "We're enforcing this from July 1 because ample time has already been given. As we've said before, we started with a soft advocacy approach on Oct 1, 2024," Fook said. The VEP system was introduced eight years ago, in 2017. It was postponed again, in 2019 and 2020, before being reintroduced last year. A similar VEP system is being developed for foreign-registered automobiles arriving from southern Thailand. Loke stated that anyone who have pre-registered but have yet to finish the VEP process will be punished and must pay the punishment before leaving the country. He added, "There's another category – company-owned private vehicles. If these do not have a valid VEP and no registration was ever made, the driver of the company vehicle will be fined." "However, if the vehicle has been pre-registered, we will issue a reminder notice instead of a fine. For this category, we are offering a bit more leeway because the process involves submitting various company documents." Loke stated that enforcement actions would take place outside of border crossings to avoid congestion. Fines must be paid cashless at road transport department (JPJ) counters, JPJ Mobile units, or online through MyEG. During the soft enforcement phase, officials randomly scanned 52,012 Singapore-registered vehicles and sent 2,245 reminder warnings (4.32%) to those who lacked VEPs. As of June 2, 231,018 RFID tags had been issued for individual private vehicles, including 2,660 for company-owned private vehicles.
The Sun
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia to fully enforce VEP system for Singapore vehicles from July 1 with RM300 fines: Loke
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia will fully enforce the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system for foreign-registered vehicles entering from Singapore via the land border starting Jul 1, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said today. He said non-compliance would result in a compoundable fine of RM300 and could lead to denial of entry. 'From July 1 onwards, enforcement will be strict. We urge all foreign vehicle owners, especially Singaporean drivers, to complete their VEP registration, install the RFID tags, and activate them immediately. 'This will ensure smooth and hassle-free entry and exit at the border,' Loke said during a press conference at the ministry, here.. The initiative, which was soft-launched through advocacy campaigns in October last year, has been implemented in phases to allow vehicle owners ample time to comply, Loke added. He explained that the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system utilises Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to monitor foreign vehicles and ensure adherence to Malaysian road regulations. 'It also enables authorities to track and enforce outstanding fines for traffic offences committed within the country,' he added. As of June 2, more than 231,000 VEP tags have been issued to private vehicle owners, with nearly 195,000 already installed and activated. For private company vehicles, over 2,600 tags have been activated. Loke also stressed that foreign vehicles must have a valid VEP to enter Malaysia. 'If a private individual's vehicle does not have a valid VEP, a summons will be issued. 'The fine must be settled, and VEP registration completed, before the vehicle is allowed to exit Malaysia.' 'Even if a vehicle is pre-registered but not fully compliant, it will still face summonses and payment requirements,' he said. He said the same rules apply to private company vehicles without valid VEPs. 'In some cases, a reminder notice may be issued to allow temporary exit but vehicle owners must still comply to avoid penalties. 'We want to avoid inconveniences for everyone, so cooperation is essential,' Loke said. He added that summonses must be settled before exiting Malaysia and can be paid via cashless methods at Road Transport Department (RTD) counters, mobile units, or online via MyEG. To avoid congestion, Loke said enforcement checks would not be carried out at the border itself. 'Inspections will be carried out through scheduled operations at selected locations from time to time, not by stationing officers at the border,' he said. 'We know which vehicles haven't registered — the system automatically detects those without valid VEPs.' Beyond enforcement, Loke highlighted the VEP system's role in facilitating smoother traffic flow and enhancing Malaysia-Singapore relations. 'This initiative reflects our commitment to effective border management while respecting the close ties between our countries. 'RTD continues to monitor compliance closely and has already issued summonses to foreign vehicle owners who remain unregistered or whose VEP tags are inactive. 'Vehicle owners are encouraged to register and activate their VEP tags promptly via the official RTD website or at service centres located at the Causeway and Second Link.' He further said that by improving security and compliance, the VEP system is expected to reduce congestion and speed up processing times at border crossings. 'Ultimately, this is about creating a safer, more efficient travel experience for everyone,' Loke said. The VEP system for foreign vehicles entering Malaysia from Singapore via land routes was introduced on October 1 last year. Under this scheme, all foreign vehicles are required to obtain an RFID-based VEP tag issued by the Malaysian Transport Ministry. These tags must be installed, activated, and linked to a valid Touch 'n Go eWallet account before the vehicle can enter Malaysia.
The Sun
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
VEP Enforcement July 1: RM300 Fines for Singapore
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia will fully enforce the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system for foreign-registered vehicles entering from Singapore via the land border starting Jul 1, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said today. He said non-compliance would result in a compoundable fine of RM300 and could lead to denial of entry. 'From July 1 onwards, enforcement will be strict. We urge all foreign vehicle owners, especially Singaporean drivers, to complete their VEP registration, install the RFID tags, and activate them immediately. 'This will ensure smooth and hassle-free entry and exit at the border,' Loke said during a press conference at the ministry, here.. The initiative, which was soft-launched through advocacy campaigns in October last year, has been implemented in phases to allow vehicle owners ample time to comply, Loke added. He explained that the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system utilises Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to monitor foreign vehicles and ensure adherence to Malaysian road regulations. 'It also enables authorities to track and enforce outstanding fines for traffic offences committed within the country,' he added. As of June 2, more than 231,000 VEP tags have been issued to private vehicle owners, with nearly 195,000 already installed and activated. For private company vehicles, over 2,600 tags have been activated. Loke also stressed that foreign vehicles must have a valid VEP to enter Malaysia. 'If a private individual's vehicle does not have a valid VEP, a summons will be issued. 'The fine must be settled, and VEP registration completed, before the vehicle is allowed to exit Malaysia.' 'Even if a vehicle is pre-registered but not fully compliant, it will still face summonses and payment requirements,' he said. He said the same rules apply to private company vehicles without valid VEPs. 'In some cases, a reminder notice may be issued to allow temporary exit but vehicle owners must still comply to avoid penalties. 'We want to avoid inconveniences for everyone, so cooperation is essential,' Loke said. He added that summonses must be settled before exiting Malaysia and can be paid via cashless methods at Road Transport Department (RTD) counters, mobile units, or online via MyEG. To avoid congestion, Loke said enforcement checks would not be carried out at the border itself. 'Inspections will be carried out through scheduled operations at selected locations from time to time, not by stationing officers at the border,' he said. 'We know which vehicles haven't registered — the system automatically detects those without valid VEPs.' Beyond enforcement, Loke highlighted the VEP system's role in facilitating smoother traffic flow and enhancing Malaysia-Singapore relations. 'This initiative reflects our commitment to effective border management while respecting the close ties between our countries. 'RTD continues to monitor compliance closely and has already issued summonses to foreign vehicle owners who remain unregistered or whose VEP tags are inactive. 'Vehicle owners are encouraged to register and activate their VEP tags promptly via the official RTD website or at service centres located at the Causeway and Second Link.' He further said that by improving security and compliance, the VEP system is expected to reduce congestion and speed up processing times at border crossings. 'Ultimately, this is about creating a safer, more efficient travel experience for everyone,' Loke said. The VEP system for foreign vehicles entering Malaysia from Singapore via land routes was introduced on October 1 last year. Under this scheme, all foreign vehicles are required to obtain an RFID-based VEP tag issued by the Malaysian Transport Ministry. These tags must be installed, activated, and linked to a valid Touch 'n Go eWallet account before the vehicle can enter Malaysia.
International Business Times
23-05-2025
- International Business Times
ICA Warns Travelers of Heavy Traffic at Singapore-Malaysia Land Checkpoints During June School Holidays, Hari Raya Haji
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) warned the travelers on Friday, May 23 that they might have to face "very heavy" traffic at Singapore-Malaysia land checkpoints during the upcoming June school holidays and Hari Raya Haji long weekend. For the unversed, the Hari Raya Haji weekend is from June 6 to June 9, while the June school holidays are from May 31 to June 29. Longer wait times to go through immigration are to be expected. The statement read, "ICA advises travellers to check the traffic situation at the land checkpoints before embarking on their journey." Those who need to travel during this peak period can consider taking cross-border bus services to avoid congestion. ICA added, "We seek travellers' understanding to cooperate with ICA officers, observe traffic rules and maintain lane discipline." In addition, the authority said that it will not hesitate to take action against those who do not follow the instructions. More than 3 million travelers passed through both land checkpoints throughout the long weekend of May 8–13, which was Vesak Day. On May 9, more than 546,000 travelers passed through immigration at its highest point. "Car travellers departing during peak periods had to wait up to three hours for immigration clearance, due to traffic tailback from Malaysia," said ICA. Passengers should make sure that their passports are valid for at least six months. Re-entry permits should be transferred to new passports for Singapore permanent residents who have renewed their passports. The authority also said that before returning to Singapore, holders of long-term passes should also inform ICA or the Ministry of Manpower of any changes to their passport information. For quicker immigration processing, ICA advised those traveling by car and motorcycle to utilize QR codes rather than passports. Bus passengers can also utilize QR codes created by the MyICA app at automated lanes and special assistance lanes in the bus halls at checkpoints. According to ICA, foreign vehicle drivers should also confirm that their Vehicle Entry Permits (VEPs) are still valid. The VEP approval from LTA or valid insurance will be revoked for those without a valid autopass card. ICA said, "Refrain from queue cutting as it can cause severe congestion and compromise the safety of other motorists," adding, "Errant motorists caught queue cutting will be turned away and made to re-queue."
