Travelling to Malaysia during the June holidays? Key things to take note for your self-drive trip!

Planning a road trip to Malaysia during the June holidays? Whether you are heading to Malaysia to visit family and friends or to feast to your heart’s content, here are some key things that you may want to take note of before starting your trip.

1. Bring all required documents

Travelling into Malaysia will require more than just your passport, some additional documents are required for entry. Verify that you have all the required documents on hand before you set off for your road trip to ensure a smooth entry into Malaysia. Here is a small list of the documents required to cross the land border:

• Passport: travellers are required to have passport with at least 6 months validity
• MySejahtera app: visitors will need to register and activate the application
• Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP): Singapore-registered vehicles are required to apply for a VEP
• Touch N Go card: vehicles need this smart card for payment at toll plazas along expressways and highways

2. Ensure you have enough fuel

Don’t forget to check that you have at least three-quarter of your fuel tank filled before crossing the border. It is required by the Singapore Customs Act for all Singapore-registered vehicles to have their fuel tank at least three-quarter filled when leaving the Singapore check point. You may be issued a composition fine of up to $500 and asked to turn back into Singapore if you do not meet the fuel tank requirement.

3. Have essential tools in your car in the event of a breakdown

Going on long road trips would likely put excess stress and pressure on your car. This may lead to unexpected situations such as a flat tyre or even a car breakdown. Having some essential tools in your car allows you to fix the issue and continue with your road trip as soon as possible, minimising disruptions to your plans. Some essential tools that you can consider bringing along with you are spare tyres and jack, jumper cables and a basic toolkit. These tools can help to solve some of the most common road emergencies when you least expect them.

4. Purchase a travel insurance

While going on a road trip is filled with fun and excitement, we should always prepare ourselves for any unexpected events. In the event that you suffer from an unexpected illness or injury, having a comprehensive travel insurance can help lift additional stress off your shoulders, allowing you to focus on recovery.

With the unexpected nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to consider getting a travel insurance that includes coverage for COVID-19-related expenses. FWD Travel insurance with COVID-19 Add-On Benefit provides you with the comprehensive coverage needed to have a stress-free trip.

5. Purchase a car insurance

It is mandatory for all vehicles in Malaysia to have car insurance, including Singapore registered vehicles. Furthermore, your car insurance can help protect your car and protect against any third-party claims that may arise as a result of an accident, reducing any additional stress you may face in an unfortunate scenario. While planning your self-drive trip into Malaysia, remember to check that your car is covered even when you drive in Malaysia.

A comprehensive car insurance like FWD Car insurance allows you to be covered not only in Singapore but also in West Malaysia. You can also enjoy 24-hour roadside assistance, in the event of a breakdown, as you drive in Malaysia. This includes battery jump starts and towing benefits to get you and your car back to Singapore.

Have another driver to share the long road trips drive with? FWD Car insurance gives you the option to have them covered too.

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