VEP for Singaporean Students in Malaysia – Long-Term Permit Support

Do Students Need a VEP to Drive in Malaysia?

Yes. If you're bringing a Singapore-registered vehicle into Malaysia — even just for campus runs — you must have a valid VEP and RFID tag issued by JPJ Malaysia.

This applies to full-time students in Malaysian colleges or universities, vehicles used for regular JB-SG commutes, and parents driving their child’s vehicle for campus drop-offs.

Malaysia enforces VEP at major entry points (Tuas & Woodlands), and not having one may result in border denial, fines, or legal complications.

Documents Needed for Student VEP Applications

• Vehicle log card (Singapore-registered)
• Insurance that covers Malaysia
• Road tax validity
• Passport & NRIC (or FIN)
• Student ID or university acceptance letter (optional but helpful)
• RFID installation proof

If you are under 21 or driving a parent's car, a letter of consent or proof of use may be needed.

How MyMechanic Supports Student VEP Needs

VEP applications for students can be complex, especially if the car is owned by a parent, shared among siblings, or used for frequent cross-border travel.
MyMechanic offers:

• Step-by-step application assistance
• Help linking your RFID tag properly
• Fast-track approval monitoring
• Error handling (e.g., duplicate registration, pending status)
• Renewal reminders so you don’t get caught with an expired VEP

We make VEP processing simple — even if you're juggling classes, assignments, and deadlines.

Planning to Commute Weekly?

Many Singaporean students commute weekly from JB to Singapore or vice versa. A valid VEP ensures smooth border crossings, access to Malaysia’s expressways via RFID, avoidance of costly enforcement actions, and ability to track toll and movement digitally.
With MLFF (Multi-Lane Free Flow) tolling and RFID enforcement expanding in Malaysia, VEP compliance is more important than ever — especially for regular drivers.

Frequently Asked Questions