50 cars warned by Malaysia for failing to register for VEP, warnings only issued to motorists who have not applied

Malaysia’s Transport Minister, Anthony Loke, announced that 50 Singapore cars have been given warnings for failing to apply for their Vehicle Entry Permits (VEP), but that warnings would only be issued to motorists who have yet to apply.

The VEP system was rolled out officially on 1 October after an announcement on 28 September saying that enforcement would be delayed. Drivers of Singapore-registered vehicles would be able to enter Malaysia as per usual but would be given warnings if they have yet to install their VEP tags. 

Mr Loke announced during a press conference that since 1 October, a total of 678 cars had been stopped and checked by Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ) at both the Causeway and the Second Link. 

Of these 678, he said that 50 cars were issued with warnings for failing to apply for the VEP. 

He also clarified that warning notices were only issued to vehicle owners who have yet to apply for the VEP. Those who have applied but have yet to complete the installation of the VEP RFID tags will not receive the warning notices.

The Straits Times reported that motorists were notified through warnings flashed at the immigration booths during passport checks or received warnings on paper. 

Since 1 October, motorists have made claims online that enforcement has been sporadic, with border officials allegedly not up to speed on what was required either, leading to confusion amongst motorists.

The Straits Times reported that unverified photographs of Singapore motorists receiving paper warning slips have surfaced on social media since 1 October, along with claims that some drivers without the VEP tags were told to turn back to Singapore, but The Straits Times reported that they were unable to verify those claims. 

According to the VEP rules, drivers of Singapore-registered vehicles without a valid VEP tag can be denied entry into Malaysia or be fined up to RM2,000. 

If you are applying for your VEP, you can follow our guide here for all the required steps.

Read More: [2024 Update] How to apply for Malaysia's Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) and RFID tag

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