VEP for Short-Term Leases – How to Apply for Rental Cars Under 7 Days

Renting a car for less than a week and planning to drive to Malaysia? Learn how short-term lease vehicles can get VEP approval. MyMechanic makes the process simple.

VEP for Short-Term Leases: Applying for Rental Cars Under 7 Days

Planning a weekend trip to Malaysia with a rental car? Whether it’s a family getaway or a spontaneous road trip, you’ll still need a Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) to legally drive into Malaysia—even if you’re only renting the car for a few days.

The good news? It’s possible, and MyMechanic is here to help make it easy.

Do Rental Cars Need a VEP?

Yes. All foreign-registered vehicles, including rental cars from Singapore, must have a valid VEP before entering Malaysia.
Even if your lease is just for 1 day, you are required to register.

That includes:

  • Short-term rentals (under 7 days)
  • Temporary lease vehicles
  • Replacement cars or courtesy cars from workshops
  • Weekend getaway bookings

If your name is on the car rental agreement, you’re responsible for the VEP during the trip.

Why It’s Tricky for Short-Term Rentals

Here’s the challenge:
The regular VEP process can take days or even weeks, which doesn’t work for drivers renting a car last-minute or for just a weekend.

That’s where MyMechanic steps in. We’ve worked with rental companies, leasing agents, and private car owners to offer fast-track support for temporary vehicles needing VEP—without unnecessary paperwork or delays.

What You’ll Need to Apply

To apply for a VEP for your short-term rental car, make sure you have:

  • A valid rental or lease agreement in your name
  • The vehicle registration number
  • Insurance documents (usually provided by the rental company)
  • Driver’s license and contact details
  • Optional: Company support letter (if applicable)

If that sounds like a lot to gather on short notice, don’t worry — we’ll guide you through it.

MyMechanic Makes It Simple

Our team understands how rental car VEPs work. We’ll assist with:

  • Checking if the rental car already has an active VEP
  • Temporary user updates (if the VEP is registered under the rental company)
  • VEP application for new or unregistered vehicles
  • On-call support in case of border issues

We also work directly with popular car rental companies in Singapore to speed things up when time is tight.

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Let MyMechanic help you hit the road without the stress. Whether your car is rented, leased, or borrowed—we’ll handle your VEP so you can enjoy your trip worry-free.

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