Protecting Your Personal Data in Malaysia's Updated VEP System
With digitalisation of Malaysia's Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system, more personal data is being collected, stored, and monitored for security and compliance purposes. Every foreign vehicle entering Malaysia is tracked through RFID technology and linked to personal user accounts, making data privacy and security critical concerns for every driver.
If not handled properly, problems like identity theft, location tracking leaks, and even data misuse can happen. That's why Malaysia, through JPJ (Road Transport Department), has implemented new and stricter privacy standards for all foreign vehicle entries from 2025 onwards — and MyMechanic is fully prepared to support you with those changes.
When you apply for your VEP, the system collects several key details. These are required to comply with vehicle security standards and manage cross-border entries effectively:
This data is stored digitally and used strictly for JPJ regulatory purposes such as permit verification, enforcement fines, and border entry tracking.
The 2025 policy changes address growing concerns among drivers about how their personal and vehicular data is stored and used. These improvements are designed to protect you, while allowing efficient cross-border travel:
All official VEP and RFID systems must now use end-to-end encryption, secure authentication, and firewalls to prevent data breaches or unauthorized system access.
You must now explicitly agree to how your data is used when applying or renewing your VEP. No more hidden clauses or unclear terms — it's fully transparent.
You can now request a copy of all your data stored by JPJ, and ask for corrections if anything is outdated. This gives you full control over your information.
Old or inactive VEP records are automatically deleted or archived after a certain time, reducing unnecessary exposure of outdated information.
Companies assisting in VEP applications, including MyMechanic, must now comply with Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). This regulates how any helper agency, service provider, or integration partner handles your data.
At MyMechanic, we treat your data as if it were our own. From application to renewal, we ensure your privacy is protected at every step:
All forms, documents, and verifications go through secure, encrypted channels — never shared with third parties unless required by Malaysian VEP authorities or your consent is obtained.
We fully follow Malaysia's PDPA and Singapore's PDPA guidelines when storing or handling any of your VEP-related information.
Only authorised VEP experts from our internal team have access to your data. No call centre agents, no freelancers, no data leaks.
We don't store your data longer than necessary. Once your VEP process is completed, documents are archived securely or deleted based on the permitted retention period.
We'll always explain what data is needed — and why — before collecting anything. Have questions? Our VEP support team is available to clarify in plain language, not legal terms.
Whether you're applying for your first VEP or renewing an expiring tag, here are simple tips for keeping your VEP data secure:
At MyMechanic, we're not just helping you register a VEP — we're protecting your journey. By staying updated with 2025's stricter data protection laws and JPJ systems, we make sure your personal and vehicle data stays safe, private, and compliant.
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