JPJ Flags Thousands of S’pore Vehicles Without VEP, Over RM1.39 Million in Summonses Issued

Malaysian authorities have been stepping up checks at the Malaysia–Singapore border, and the results are significant. 

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Since the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) Enforcement Operation began on 1 July 2025, the Road Transport Department (JPJ) has taken action against thousands of foreign vehicles entering Johor without the required permit.

As of 20 November, JPJ has issued 4,634 summonses to Singapore-registered vehicles, adding up to RM1.39 million in compounds. Officers carried out inspections on 65,039 vehicles at several key locations, including the CIQ Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI), Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB) and other surrounding spots in Johor Bahru.

The operation also uncovered another issue. Between 15 and 20 November, JPJ found 159 private company vehicles that were still listed under pre-registered VEP status, resulting in more summonses issued.

JPJ Deputy Director General (Planning and Operation) Datuk Jazmanie bin Shafawi explained during a press conference in Johor Bahru on 21 November that the enforcement is carried out under Section 66J of the Road Transport Act 1987. This law requires foreign vehicles to clear all outstanding summonses before they can leave Malaysia.

He also reminded drivers that VEP-related compounds can be paid easily through myEG.