VEP Tourist Vehicle Requirements

Full Guide for Smooth Entry into Malaysia

Who Needs a Tourist VEP?

You'll need a VEP if you are: It applies to:

Driving a self-owned tourist vehicle into Malaysia
Renting a car for cross-border travel
Managing vehicles for tourist group transportation
Bringing in temporary import vehicles for a personal holiday
Private tourist vehicles (cars, motorcycles, vans)
Rental vehicles (short- or long-term)
Tour agency vehicles

Why It Matters

Malaysia enforces VEP to control foreign vehicles' entry, ensuring road tax, insurance, and vehicle legality are in place. Without it:

You may face delays or fines at the border
Your vehicle can be denied entry
Insurance claims may be invalid if an incident occurs

Essential Documents for VEP Tourist Application

For each tourist vehicle, you need: For tour vehicles:

Vehicle registration certificate
Valid road tax certificate
Insurance policy covering Malaysian territory
Passport and visa (if applicable)
International driving permit (for non-Singapore licenses)
Rental agreement (if using a rental vehicle)
Tour operator license
Company registration documents
Customs forms (if applicable)

Tourist Vehicle VEP Application Process (Step by Step)

Start preparing your documents 2–3 weeks before your trip to avoid last-minute issues.

Go to Malaysia's official VEP portal
Fill out the form as a 'Tourist Vehicle' application
Upload all necessary documents
Pay the relevant fees
Standard processing takes 5–7 working days
Express service is available (subject to extra fees and availability)
Pick up the tag from a designated VEP collection center
Install the tag on your windscreen before your trip

Rental Car VEP Notes

If you're using a rental car, ensure: MyMechanic can assist with verifying rental vehicle eligibility and required documents.

The rental company allows cross-border travel
Insurance covers Malaysia
Your rental agreement clearly mentions the rental period and vehicle details

Tourist VEP Insurance Requirements

At minimum: Recommended extras: For rental vehicles, confirm if additional insurance is included in the rental package.

Third-party liability insurance covering Malaysia
Coverage dates matching your stay
Insurance issued by a recognized insurer
Comprehensive coverage
Emergency breakdown assistance
Theft and accident protection

Processing Timelines

We suggest applying at least two weeks before your trip to allow buffer time.

Standard tourist VEP: 5–7 working days
Express service: 2–3 working days (extra charges apply)

VEP Fee Structure for Tourist Vehicles

Tour operators with multiple vehicles may qualify for bulk application options.

VEP registration fee (per vehicle)
RFID tag fee
Rental vehicle administration charges (if applicable)
Express processing fees (optional)

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