Motorists in M'sia to get discounts from Jan. 1, 2026 for paying traffic fines early

Motorists in Malaysia can enjoy up to 70 per cent discounts on summons payments between Nov. 1 and Dec. 30, 2025, reported Malay Mail.

Year-end discount

This is implemented as a way to reduce the outstanding traffic summons backlog by offering heavy discounts off current fines during this year-end period.

According to Malay Mail, Malaysia Home Affairs minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the "limited-time offer" is part of the new payment system which will kick in on Jan. 1.

He said the backlog, which has accumulated to roughly RM6.6 billion (S$2 billion), resulted from motorists postponing their fine payments in favour of future discounts.

From 2022 to 2025, authorities have collected RM640 million (S$196 million) through various discount schemes.

New system kicking in

According to Bernama, Malaysia transport minister Anthony Loke said on Oct. 22 that the government will standardise rates and procedures for traffic fines in 2026 by implementing a principle of "the less you delay, the less you pay".

Motorists who have incurred traffic fines in Malaysia will be eligible for discounts from Jan. 1, 2026, if they settle their payments in a timely fashion.

Initiative to encourage prompt fine settlement and ensure fairness

Loke said the Malaysia cabinet decided on Oct. 17 to implement the standardisation after authorities found discrepancies in the compound rates and enforcement methods between the Road Transport Department (JPJ) and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM).

This has led to confusion for road users and also raised concerns about consistent law enforcement.

He added that the initiative aims to encourage timely payments of fines by offering lower compound rates, reported Bernama.

Loke said the new system will also ensure fairness, especially to those who have been compliant and have managed their fines promptly.

Under the initiative, motorists can enjoy a 50 per cent discount if fines are settled within 15 days, and a 33 per cent reduction if paid within 16 to 30 days.

Fines paid between 31 and 60 days will incur the full compound rate, while those unsettled after 61 days may face court action or blacklisting.

Loke added that these incentives do not apply to non-compoundable offences, such as driving without insurance, lacking a valid Motor Vehicle Licence (LKM), or displaying a fake LKM.

Ahead of its 2026 rollout, PDRM and JPJ will review enforcement strategies for defaulters and continue nationwide campaigns to promote road safety and legal compliance.

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