JTA visited Singapore Consulate to address VEP and GVP fee hikes, OBU device rollout, and their effects on Malaysian cross-border operators.
Malaysian Truckers Face New Costs as Singapore Revises VEP and GVP Fees for 2027
The Johor Trucking Association (JTA) has paid a visit to the Singapore Consulate to discuss key industry concerns over planned policy changes by the Singapore Land Transport Authority (LTA) that would affect Malaysian operators.
Representatives of the JTA attended a luncheon hosted by the Singapore Consulate on March 12, 2026, where talks centred on the potential impact of the upcoming Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) and Goods Vehicle Permit (GVP) fee adjustments, as well as the rollout of a new On-Board Unit (OBU) device set to replace the existing Electric Road Pricing (ERP) system.
In its official statement, the JTA said it was honoured by the invitation and described the exchange as fruitful. The association expressed appreciation for what it called continuous support and assistance extended by the Consulate towards the industry. “Such open communication and constructive dialogue are truly valued,” the association said.
The meeting was held amid growing industry attention over Singapore’s revised VEP and GVP fees structure, which takes effect on January 1, 2027. Under the new rates, foreign-registered motorcycles will be charged S$7 per day, whilst foreign-registered cars will face a daily fee of S$50. Foreign-registered goods vehicles will be subject to a monthly charge of S$70.
The VEP will apply on all days except weekends and Singapore public holidays. Moreover, the existing annual allocation of 10 free VEP days and free VEP hours on weekdays will be abolished under the new scheme. The fee changes were shared by the JTA with its members in early February this year.
The JTA said it looked forward to strengthening its engagement with the Singapore Consulate and maintaining close cooperation for the betterment of cross-border operations and industry development.
