LTA: 7 illegal cross-border ride-hailing operators were caught, vehicles seized
Summary Singapore authorities caught seven drivers offering illegal cross-border ride-hailing services during recent enforcement operations at the land checkpoints. Senior Minister of State for Transport Sun Xueling said 254 cars had been impounded since July 2025. Offenders face fines of up to S$3,000, jail terms of up to six months, or both, while their vehicles may be forfeited. SINGAPORE:…
Singapore's Land Transport Authority (LTA) recently apprehended seven drivers offering unlawful cross-border ride-hailing services during enforcement operations at border checkpoints. Senior Minister of State for Transport Sun Xueling revealed that 254 vehicles had been impounded since July 2025. Violators face fines of up to S$3,000, a maximum six-month prison sentence, or both, with their vehicles potentially forfeited.
The LTA disclosed these findings on October 8, following reports from the National Private Hire Vehicles Association and National Taxi Association. Since July 2025, 5,400 vehicles have been inspected, leading to 254 impoundments, according to Channel NewsAsia (CNA) on October 8. Illegal cross-border rides carry severe penalties, with fines of up to S$3,000, up to six months in jail, or both, and possible vehicle forfeiture.
Ms. Sun emphasized that these services endanger passenger safety and negatively impact local taxi and private-hire drivers' livelihoods. The public can report suspected illegal cross-border rides through the LTA's online portal. Licensed cross-border taxis are available for travel to Malaysia, with Singapore-registered taxis permitted to drop passengers in designated locations in Johor, while Malaysian taxis can pick up passengers in Singapore.
Both licensed services display the "Cross-Border Taxi" label and adhere to specific signage and plate requirements. Passengers are advised to verify a ride's legality before booking to ensure their safety and support local transport workers.
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