Travel & Transport Guide for Malaysia

🚗 All Your Mobility Needs in One Place

Learn how to get licensed, register vehicles, renew road tax, and use Malaysia's public and international transport systems. Complete guide to JPJ procedures and transport services.

🧭 Your Transport Journey in Malaysia

Whether you're getting your first license, buying a car, or planning travel, this guide covers everything you need to know about transport in Malaysia.

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Get Licensed

Driving school & tests

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Register Vehicle

New or transfer ownership

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Renew Road Tax

Online or offline

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Travel

Local & international

🪪 Getting Your Driving License

🎓 First-Time Applicants (B2/D)

  1. Register at certified driving school
  2. Pass KPP01 theory course
  3. Sit for Computer Test (Undang-Undang Jalan Raya)
  4. Complete KPP02 (Practical Training)
  5. Take the Driving Test (JPJ)
  6. Get P License (Probationary)

Cost: RM1,000–RM1,500 (varies by school)

Age requirement: 16+ (B2), 17+ (D)

Test booking: Online via MySIKAP

JPJ Official Portal

🔄 Renewing Your License

Renewal channels: MyEG, JPJ office, or Pos Malaysia

P to CDL upgrade: After 2 years with P License

Expired over 3 years: May require retesting

Required documents:

  • Original IC
  • Existing license
  • Passport-sized photo (for offline renewal)
MyEG Portal

📈 License Classes & Upgrades

B2: Cars (manual transmission)

DA: Cars (automatic only)

D: Motorcycles up to 500cc

B: Cars + small lorries

E: Heavy vehicles

💡 Tip: Start with B2 for maximum flexibility. DA restricts you to automatic cars only.

🚘 Vehicle Registration & Transfer

🆕 New Vehicle Registration

Process: Registered by dealer via e-Daftar (JPJ)

You receive: Geran/Grant & road tax

Timeline: Usually completed within 1-2 weeks

Your role: Provide documents and payment to dealer

💡 What to check: Ensure all details on Geran are correct before taking delivery.

🔄 Secondhand Vehicle Transfer

Transfer process:

  1. Buyer & seller go to JPJ together
  2. Submit JPJ K3 Form
  3. Pay Puspakom Inspection Fee
  4. Pay Ownership Transfer Fee (varies by engine size)
  5. Receive new Geran with buyer's name
⚠️ Important: Ensure no outstanding summons or loans before transfer.

📋 Required Documents for Transfer

Seller brings:

  • Original Geran (vehicle grant)
  • IC (original + photocopy)
  • Current road tax
  • Insurance details

Buyer brings:

  • IC (original + photocopy)
  • Valid driving license
  • New insurance cover note
  • Cash for fees

🧾 Road Tax (Cukai Jalan) Renewal

💻 Online Renewal Options

MyEG: Most popular online platform

MyJPJ app: Digital road tax option

Pos Malaysia: Online and counter service

Benefits: No queues, instant renewal, digital proof

MyEG | Pos Malaysia

🏢 Offline Renewal

JPJ office: Walk-in service

Pos Malaysia counters: Available nationwide

UTC/AEON Service Centers: Convenient locations

Pros: Personal assistance, immediate physical sticker

⚠️ Note: Longer waiting times and limited operating hours.

📱 Digital Road Tax

Valid proof: Digital road tax is now legally accepted

No physical sticker needed: For private vehicles

Show on phone: During police checks

Backup: Take screenshot for offline access

Required for renewal:

  • Valid insurance cover note
  • IC number
  • Vehicle Grant (for offline renewal)

🚌 Public Transport Services

🚇 Rail Services

LRT/MRT/Monorail: RapidKL (urban Klang Valley travel)

KTM Komuter: Intercity connections

KTM ETS: Long-distance express trains

Coverage: Klang Valley, Penang, JB connections

RapidKL | KTMB

🚌 Bus Services

RapidKL Bus: Klang Valley local buses

Rapid Penang: Penang island and mainland

Rapid Kuantan: Pahang state services

Express buses: Interstate connections

💡 Tip: Check schedules online as frequency varies by route and time.

🚗 E-hailing & Taxis

Grab: Most popular e-hailing app

Traditional taxis: Budget options, street hailing

AEON GO: Shopping mall-based service

Coverage: Urban areas with best service

⚠️ Safety tip: Always verify vehicle plate number and driver photo.

💳 Travel Passes

Touch 'n Go: Universal payment card

My50 Pass: Unlimited monthly rides (Klang Valley)

My100/My200: Higher-tier monthly passes

Where to buy: RapidKL counters or kiosk machines

💡 Value: My50 pays for itself with 30+ trips per month.

🌍 International Travel (From Malaysia)

📘 Passport Requirements

Validity: 6+ months remaining for most countries

Blank pages: At least 2 empty pages for stamps

Renewal: Apply early if expiring within 12 months

Emergency passport: Available for urgent travel

⚠️ Important: Some countries require 6+ months validity from date of entry, not departure.

🌏 Visa Information

ASEAN countries: Often visa-free up to 30 days

Popular destinations: Check embassy websites for requirements

VTL countries: Vaccinated Travel Lane for selected destinations

Processing time: Apply 2-4 weeks before travel

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

✈️ Airport Information

KLIA & KLIA2: International flights (Kuala Lumpur)

Subang Airport: Domestic & some regional flights

Penang, KKIA: Domestic & regional connections

Requirements: MySejahtera and passport for immigration

💡 Tip: Arrive 2-3 hours early for international flights, 1-2 hours for domestic.

🚗 Driving Overseas

International Driving Permit (IDP): Get from JPJ before travel

Valid for: Countries under Geneva Convention

Duration: 1 year validity

Requirement: Must have Malaysian CDL (not P license)

⚠️ Important: Carry both IDP and Malaysian license when driving abroad.

⚠️ Common Issues & Solutions

🚨 Quick Problem Solver

🪪 License Issues

Lost license: Report to JPJ office (police report if stolen)

Damaged license: Apply for replacement at JPJ

Change of address: Update via JPJ or MySIKAP

Name change: Bring marriage certificate or deed poll

🚗 Vehicle & Road Tax

Expired road tax: Renew via MyEG/JPJ (cannot drive until renewed)

Lost Geran: Apply for replacement at JPJ with police report

Address change: Update for accurate summons delivery

Insurance lapsed: Renew insurance before road tax

💸 Summons & Fines

Check summons: MyBayar Saman portal

Police summons: Traffic police stations

JPJ summons: Vehicle registration issues

Payment: Online, banks, or government offices

MyBayar Saman

📎 Key Portals & Apps

✅ Quick Tips for Smart Travel

  • Renew early: Road tax and license before expiry to avoid fines
  • Keep digital copies: Photo of road tax and license for emergencies
  • Always carry: License + IC while driving
  • Vehicle sales safety: Don't hand over car before name transfer is complete
  • Check before travel: Vehicle summons and document validity
  • Public transport savings: Monthly passes if you commute regularly
  • International travel: Check passport validity 6+ months ahead
  • Emergency contacts: Save JPJ and insurance numbers in phone

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