Malaysians with driving licences that have been expired for more than three years will be disqualified from receiving subsidised RON95 petrol under the BUDI95 programme. The warning was issued by Road Transport Department (JPJ) Director-General Aedy Fadly Ramli, who urged motorists to ensure their documents are valid to maintain eligibility for the government aid.
According to a report by Bernama, Aedy clarified that licences expired beyond the three-year threshold cannot be renewed automatically. Instead, individuals in this category are required to retake the full driving competency test at an accredited driving institute to obtain a valid licence. This requirement serves as a prerequisite for accessing the fuel subsidies introduced to mitigate rising living costs.
The announcement follows a significant update from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim regarding the country’s fuel subsidy framework. Earlier today, the Prime Minister announced that the monthly quota for subsidised RON95 petrol will be reduced from 300 litres to 200 litres. This reduction is being implemented as an interim measure to manage the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The subsidised fuel, currently priced at RM1.99 per litre, is a critical component of the government’s targeted assistance. The revised 200-litre quota is expected to be implemented starting next month, making it imperative for eligible drivers to rectify any licensing issues immediately.
JPJ’s strict stance underscores the government’s intent to ensure that only active, law-abiding road users benefit from the subsidy programme. Motorists are advised to check their licence status through the MyJPJ app or at any JPJ branch to avoid being excluded from the BUDI95 benefits.
