Singapore will deny VEP applications for foreign vehicles with unpaid fines from Nov 2, expanding enforcement.
SINGAPORE: Singapore will deny Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) applications and renewals for foreign-registered vehicles with outstanding traffic, parking, or vehicular emissions fines committed in the republic from Nov 2.
In a joint statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Land Transport Authority (LTA) said the new measure expands existing enforcement, under which foreign-registered vehicles with unpaid fines are denied entry only upon arrival at Singapore’s land checkpoints.
“Foreign-registered vehicles should settle their outstanding fines before applying for or renewing a VEP and entering Singapore.
“To ensure a smooth VEP application process, foreign motorists should check for any outstanding fines at www.axs.com.sg and settle them promptly before applying for or renewing their VEP at LTA OneMotoring website,” it said.
The authorities advised foreign motorists to submit their VEP applications at least two weeks before their intended entry date.
“Payment service providers may take up to two calendar days to process fine payments and update the records in the agencies’ systems,” it added.
The authorities also reminded Singaporean motorists with outstanding traffic fines in Malaysia to settle their fines before entering the country.
