What Is It

Registering a new vehicle with the Road Transport Department (JPJ) is a mandatory process to legally own and operate a vehicle on Malaysian roads. This involves submitting documents and paying fees to obtain a vehicle registration number and road tax.

Who Is Eligible

  • Malaysian citizens (individuals)
  • Foreigners with valid identification
  • Companies or organisations registered in Malaysia

    • Required Documents

  • MyKad or valid identification document
  • Vehicle Purchase Documents: Sales invoice and JPJ registration form (K1, K2, or K3 depending on vehicle type)
  • Proof of valid motor insurance coverage
  • For imported vehicles: Customs clearance and Approved Permit (AP)

    • Step-by-Step Procedure

    1. Purchase your vehicle and obtain valid motor insurance: description 2. For dealer purchases (most common): The dealer handles registration via the mySIKAP portal 3. For self-registration: Submit forms at JPJ office or via mySIKAP portal 4. Select a vehicle registration number: can bid via JPJ eBid system for specific numbers 5. Pay registration fee and road tax (LKM): based on engine capacity 6. Receive Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC) and road tax 7. Digital road tax (e-LKM): is available via MyJPJ app

    Cost & Processing Time

  • Registration fee: varies by vehicle type
  • Road tax (LKM): based on engine capacity
  • Processing time: 1-3 working days for new registration

    • Where to Apply

  • Authorised vehicle dealers (most common method)
  • JPJ offices nationwide (for self-registration)
  • mySIKAP portal: public.jpj.gov.my
  • JPJ eBid system for registration number selection
  • Phone: 03-8000 8000 (MyGCC)

    • Important Notes

  • Valid insurance is mandatory before vehicle registration
  • Digital vehicle license (e-LKM) via MyJPJ app is legally accepted
  • Physical road tax discs are no longer mandatory
  • For imported vehicles, Customs clearance and AP permit are required