VEP & Biometric Verification – Will Malaysia Require Fingerprint Scans?

Biometric verification is the use of biological traits — such as fingerprints, facial recognition, iris or retina scans, and voice ID — to identify or authenticate individuals. It’s already in use in many airports, government services, and digital passports globally. In Malaysia, biometric tech is already deployed at immigration counters, and may soon expand to vehicle checkpoints as part of VEP and cross-border enforcement.

As of 2025, biometric verification is NOT required as part of the VEP registration or RFID tag process. However:

• Drivers and passengers are subject to passport biometric checks at immigration
• Malaysia’s border tech is evolving rapidly to include AI and smart surveillance
• There is discussion at policy levels around linking biometric IDs with VEP to combat vehicle-related fraud, smuggling, and entry using unauthorized vehicles

Malaysia may eventually require:

• Biometric scan of the registered VEP vehicle owner
• Cross-checking of RFID data + passport biometrics
• Passenger verification for ride-sharing or pooled trips
• Digital identity (MyDigital ID) integration with vehicle data

When rules change, we adapt quickly — and help you do the same. Here’s how we support drivers:

• Real-time updates on upcoming VEP enforcement
• Advice on cross-border biometric rules
• One-click document updates when ID or passport details change
• Streamlined help for new tech like Digital ID and Smart Lane access

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