The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued 3,148 summonses totaling RM944,400 to Singapore-registered vehicles lacking a valid Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) since enforcement began on July 1, 2025.
According to JPJ Director-General Aedy Fadly Ramli, the summonses were recorded as of last Sunday, with each violation carrying a RM300 fine, payable before the vehicle can exit Malaysia, as reported by Berita Harian.
Introduced in October 2023, the VEP mandates that all foreign vehicles entering Malaysia register online and install a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag. A grace period was provided until full enforcement commenced on July 1, 2025. Under Section 66H(7) of the Road Transport Act 1987, operating a foreign vehicle without a valid VEP incurs a RM300 penalty.
As of August 31, 2025, 306,449 private vehicles from Singapore had registered for the VEP, demonstrating significant uptake among cross-border travelers.
Aedy emphasized that the VEP system enhances border control by enabling authorities to monitor foreign vehicles and ensure adherence to Malaysian road regulations. The initiative also curbs the use of invalid road tax and insurance while streamlining toll and road charge collections.
“The registration process is straightforward and aligns with the government’s commitment to digitalizing public services,” Aedy said. “This system is not intended to burden anyone but to promote transparency, safety, and compliance with Malaysia’s road traffic laws.”
He added that the government aims to foster greater adherence to the VEP system, ensuring foreign vehicles meet the same legal obligations as local ones while traveling in Malaysia.
