The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued 3,148 summonses amounting to RM944,400 against Singapore-registered vehicles for failing to have a valid Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) since enforcement began in July.

JPJ director-general Aedy Fadly Ramli said the RM300 summons must be paid before the vehicles are allowed to exit Malaysia, according to a report by Berita Harian.

What is the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP)?

The VEP, introduced in October 2023, requires all foreign vehicles entering Malaysia to register online and install an RFID tag. After a grace period, full enforcement took effect on July 1.

Under Section 66H(7) of the Road Transport Act 1987, operating a foreign vehicle without a valid VEP carries a fine of RM300.

As of August 31, a total of 306,449 private vehicles from Singapore had registered for the permit.

Strengthening Border Control

Aedy said the VEP system enhances border security, enables authorities to monitor foreign vehicles, and ensures compliance with Malaysian road laws. It also:

• Prevents the use of expired road tax and insurance.
• Improves toll and road charge collection.
• Supports the government’s digitalisation agenda.

He stressed that the registration process is simple and user-friendly.

“This system is not meant to burden anyone but is implemented for transparency, safety, and compliance with traffic laws in Malaysia,” he explained.

The government hopes stricter enforcement will increase compliance with the VEP requirement and ensure that foreign vehicles are held accountable under Malaysian law.

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