VEP Requirement to Enter Malaysia from Singapore by Car

Starting 1 July 2025, Singapore-registered vehicles require a Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) to enter Malaysia.

However, motorcycles, as well as government and embassy vehicles, are currently exempted from the VEP requirement, though Malaysia intends to make VEP compulsory for motorcycles in the future.

What Happens If I Drive to Malaysia Without a VEP?

Drivers who are caught entering Malaysia without a valid and activated VEP will receive a compound fine of RM300 (S$91).

Offenders cannot leave Malaysia without paying the fine. Any attempts to do so or refusal to pay the fine will result in a higher fine of up to RM2,000 (S$607) or 6 months’ jail. While you may challenge the fine amount in court, unsuccessful attempts also risk a fine of up to RM2,000.

Fines can be paid at Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ) counters, JPJ mobile counters or online via the MyEG website. Only cashless payments are accepted.

How to Apply for VEP for My Singapore Car 

You can apply for VEP via Malaysia’s JPJ portal. You need to sign up for an account and register your vehicle and owner details.

You will then receive a confirmation slip via email to activate your account and complete your VEP application via Malaysia’s Vehicle Entry Permit System – TC Sens (VEPAMS) – where you’ll need to upload your supporting documents.

All details and documents required for your VEP account registration and application include:

• NRIC or passport number
• Road tax, COE and insurance details
• Vehicle chassis number and model
• Vehicle log card (downloadable via Onemotoring)
• COE document
• Insurance cover note

A processing fee of RM 10 (S$3) applies.

Collection, Installation and Activation of VEP RFID tag 

Singapore drivers can collect and have their VEP Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags installed at the VEP information counter in Woodlands. An appointment must be made.

You are to bring the following documents to your VEP RFID tag collection/installation appointment:

• A hard copy of your appointment slip
• A hard copy of the confirmation slip
• Registration payment receipt
• A hard copy of your passport
• NRIC

A S$39 collection fee applies.

After the installation, you can activate your VEP RFID tag by taking a picture of your vehicle (showing your plate number and tag clearly) and uploading it to the TC Sens (VEPAMS) portal.

Your VEP RFID tag is valid for 5 years from the date of activation.

De-Registration of VEP belonging to the Previous Owner

If you’ve recently bought a second-hand car and the previous owner had registered for VEP, you’ll need to request deregistration of his VEP and reapply for a new one.

You can request for deregistration via the TC Sens (VEPAMS) portal by simply uploading your NRIC and vehicle log card for proof of ownership.