What is JPJ Malaysia's Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP)?
The Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) is issued by Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ / Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan) under Section 66H of the Road Transport Act 1987. Each VEP lasts for 5 years and allows entry of foreign vehicle into Peninsular Malaysia.
From 1 October 2024, it is mandatory for all vehicles, including private vehicles, commercial vehicles, government or embassy vehicles, motorcycles, to apply for VEP before entering Malaysia. VEP application is only available online at the moment via the JPJ portal.
What are the fees for Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) and Road Charge (RC)?
Each Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) costs RM10 and is valid for 5 years. The VEP is mandatory for all foreign vehicles and cannot be transferred to another vehicle or person.
Additionally, a Road Charge (RC) of RM20 is payable for all private vehicles (excluding motorcycles, commercial vehicles, government vehicles or embassy vehicles) each time they enter Malaysia.
For more details, please refer to the FAQs.
How to apply for Vehicle Entry Permit?
To apply for a Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP), you need to follow these processes: create a Touch ‘n Go account, sign up for a VEP account profile, register your vehicle, collect the RFID tag, and attach the tag to your car.
For detailed instructions, follow the step-by-step guide below.
- Open a Touch N’ Go account with a linked payment method
- Go to https://vep.jpj.gov.my/ and sign up for a profile with your full name, email address, and password.
- You will receive a confirmation email once it is done successfully.
- Go to https://vepams.jpj.gov.my/ and sign in with the same email and password. Complete the VEP application process. You will require the following documents:
- NRIC
- Certificate of Entitlement (COE)
- Car Insurance
- Letter of Authorisation (if the car does not belong to you)
- You will receive an email notification once it is approved to choose your collection method.
- Go to https://vepams.jpj.gov.my/ and sign in with the same email and password. You can choose to:
- Collect your VEP RFID tag from one of the designated collection centres in JB and present the email notification above when requested at JB Customs:
- TCSens VCC at Danga Bay [Map]
- Opening Hours: (Daily) 10:00am – 10:00pm
- [Starting from 30 October 2024] Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru, Level 7 Carpark [Map]
- Opening Hours:
- (30 – 31 October 2024) 10:00am – 12:00am
- (1 November 2024 – 31 January 2025) 10:00am – 10:00pm
- Opening Hours:
- TCSens VCC at Danga Bay [Map]
- Collect your VEP RFID tag from TCSens’s information centre at Woodlands Industrial Park for a fee of SGD 39, in addition to the tag cost.
- Opening Hours: (Monday – Friday) 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Have it delivered to your preferred address for a fee.
- Collect your VEP RFID tag from one of the designated collection centres in JB and present the email notification above when requested at JB Customs:
- Once your have collected or received your VEP RFID tag, you will need to acknowledge it. Go to https://vepams.jpj.gov.my/ and sign in with the same email and password. Key in your RFID tag’s Serial Number for validation.
- Fit the VEP RFID tag to the left headlamp of your car by following the steps below.
- Once fitted, take a photo with the RFID tag and your car plate number in one frame.
- Go to https://vepams.jpj.gov.my/ and sign in with the same email and password. Upload the photo.
- You will receive an email notification once the tag is activated and you can now safely roam in Malaysia! You can choose MyRFID designated lanes on all Malaysian highways if you wish to and pay your Road Charge and toll fees with the Touch N’ Go eWallet linked to your account.
How to stick the VEP RFID tag on your car?
VEP RFID tag (Source: JPJ)
- Clean the surface of the area near the left headlamp (passenger side) to fit the RFID tag and let it dry for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Gently peel off the tag from edges
- Stick horizontally to the left headlamp 5cm away from the metal frame. Do not fit on the curvature of the headlamp.
How to pay for Road Charge?
You can now use the MyRFID lane to drive through seamlessly. The Road Charge fee will be automatically deducted from your Touch ‘n Go e-wallet.
Similarly, you can select MyRFID designated lanes on Malaysian highways to pay your toll fees using your Touch ‘n Go e-wallet.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can my vehicle enter Malaysia without Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP)?
Starting 1 October 2024, vehicles that have not registered for the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) will receive a warning and a reminder to install it upon departure from Malaysia. Those who have registered but have not yet installed the RFID will not receive warnings. At this stage, no penalties will be imposed.
Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke has also confirmed that drivers who receive warnings will still be allowed to re-enter Malaysia for the time being.
The timeline for penalties has not yet been announced. Once implemented, any foreign vehicle entering Malaysia without a VEP may face a fine of up to RM 2,000 or a jail term of up to six months.
What are the payment methods available for VEP and RC?
Only Touch ‘n Go is available at the moment.
When is the best time to renew Vehicle Entry Permit?
You are encouraged to renew your Vehicle Entry Permit 6 months before expiry.
What if I need to stay in Malaysia with my vehicle for more than 3 months?
Your vehicle is only allowed to stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days. Overstaying is an offence. If you need to stay for more than 90 days, you can contact Malaysia’s JPJ.
Are there VEP RFID tags for motorcycles and commercial vehicles?
VEP RFID tags are currently only distributed to private cars at the moment.
Motorcycles and commercial vehicles owners are required to apply for VEP but not yet required to fit the RFID tags until they are distributed one.
Can I remove the VEP-RFID tag from my vehicle after exiting Malaysia?
If you intend to enter Malaysia again within the validity of your VEP, you should not remove the RFID tag from your vehicle. Once removed, it will no longer be functional.
I failed to register for VEP online. What should I do and how can I complain?
You can email [email protected] with the technical issues you encountered.
What should I do if my car is already pegged to a VEP by the previous car owner?
You can request the previous car owner to email [email protected] for deactivation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP).
How do I deactivate my Vehicle Entry Permit?
You can email [email protected] for deactivation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP).
How do I contact JPJ regarding VEP in Singapore? Where is the VEP information counter in Singapore?
JPJ has opened an information counter in Woodlands in collaboration with TCSens. You will be able to enquire about the VEP application process, VEP application status at the counter.
- Address: VEP Information Counter – Level 3, 186 Woodlands Industrial Park E5, Singapore 757515 [Map]
- Opening Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Starting 30 August 2024 (Friday), all visitors to the center must schedule an appointment online at www.myvep.com.sg/appointment before their visit. Walk-ins will not be accommodated.
And from 12 September 2024 (Thursday), applicants will have the option to collect their VEP tags here instead of having to travel to Malaysia. The centre’s staff will also be available to assist with the installation. However, it is important to note that the centre can accommodate fewer than 200 visitors per day, and there is an additional fee of SGD 39 on top of the existing tag cost.
