Singapore to block permits for foreign vehicles with unpaid fines

 The rule will begin on Nov 2 and also covers traffic and parking summonses or vehicular emissions fines.

Foreign-registered vehicles with unpaid fines are currently denied entry only upon arrival at Singapore’s land checkpoints. (Bernama pic)

SINGAPORE:

From Nov 2, 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.

Currently, foreign-registered vehicles with unpaid fines are denied entry only upon arrival at Singapore’s land checkpoints, the home ministry and land transport authority (LTA) said.

“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 entry permit at the LTA OneMotoring website,” it said.

The authorities also 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.”

They also reminded Singaporean motorists with outstanding traffic fines in Malaysia to settle their fines before entering the country. - FMT