Singapore ERP 2.0 & Electronic Road Pricing Guide 2026
Updated August 2026 guide to Singapore ERP and ERP 2.0. Covers OBU installation, GNSS-based road charging, payment methods, missed ERP charges, current foreign-vehicle rules, and the 2027 transition.
Statutory Overview & Driving Framework
Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) is Singapore's congestion-management system administered by the Land Transport Authority (LTA). Motorists using ERP-priced roads during operational periods pay the applicable ERP charge. In 2026, Singapore is in the transition from the long-running gantry-based ERP system to ERP 2.0, a GNSS-based road-use charging system that uses the new On-Board Unit (OBU). ERP 2.0 is not yet fully mandatory for all Singapore-registered vehicles as of August 2026: LTA announced that all Singapore-registered motor vehicles must have the ERP 2.0 OBU installed to travel on public roads from 1 January 2027. The 2026 installation programme is therefore a transition phase, not a statement that every vehicle was already legally required to have an OBU from the beginning of 2026. For most vehicles, the OBU consists of an antenna, processing unit and touchscreen display, although the touchscreen display is optional and motorcycles use a single-piece OBU. ERP charges are not fixed at one universal amount and do not simply operate on a nationwide Monday-to-Saturday 7am-to-8pm schedule. LTA reviews ERP rates by location and time period according to traffic conditions. The safest way to obtain the current charge for a route is to use LTA's live ERP rate information. Payment can be made through stored-value cards, auto-top-up services or approved backend payment services. Missed ERP payments currently receive a five-day grace period after LTA's SMS notification; payment during that period avoids the S$10 administrative charge. From 1 January 2027, unpaid missed ERP charges will be handled as an administrative matter rather than a traffic offence, with restrictions on LTA vehicle services until the charge and S$10 administrative fee are settled.
Singapore Traffic Police Enforcement Notice
Singapore strictly enforces left-hand driving rules, digital speed cameras, ERP 2.0 satellite toll gantries, seat belt rules, and zero-tolerance drink driving limits (35mcg/100ml breath limit under RTA Sec 67).
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ERP 2.0 Rollout Status in 2026
ERP 2.0 is being introduced progressively during 2026. LTA announced that from 1 January 2027 all Singapore-registered motor vehicles must have the ERP 2.0 OBU installed to travel on public roads.
As of August 2026, the existing ERP system and physical gantries are still part of the operational road-pricing environment while the OBU rollout and ERP 2.0 transition continue.
1 January 2027
The page should not describe ERP 2.0 as though the physical-gantry system had already been completely abolished in August 2026.
Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) Fundamentals
ERP is designed to manage congestion by charging motorists for using selected roads at times and locations where traffic management is needed.
Land Transport Authority (LTA)
For the existing ERP system, charges are associated with passing operational ERP gantries at specified times. ERP 2.0 uses GNSS technology and is designed to support road-use charging without relying on physical gantries at every charging point.
LTA reviews ERP rates regularly using traffic-speed and congestion information. Rates vary by charging location and time period and may be revised when traffic conditions change.
There is no single universal ERP schedule such as Monday to Saturday from 7am to 8pm for every ERP location. Operational periods differ by location and can also be adjusted around the eve of major public holidays.
ERP 2.0 Satellite GNSS Technology & Gantries
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based road-use charging
Replace dependence on the existing physical-gantry architecture and provide more flexible road-use charging and aggregate traffic information for congestion management and transport planning.
When ERP 2.0 is fully implemented, road charging will no longer need to depend on physical ERP gantries in the same way as the existing system. In August 2026, however, the transition is still underway.
The correct LTA term is On-Board Unit (OBU), not a satellite 'toll box' or generic GPS toll device.
OBU Component Specifications & Screen Display
The OBU is the vehicle hardware used for ERP 2.0 functions, including payment-related transactions and communications with the ERP system.
Most non-motorcycle vehicles
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
Antenna | Communicates with ERP and car-park gantries and with GNSS. |
Processing Unit | Processes payment-related transactions. |
Touchscreen Display | Displays ERP and payment information and supports other alerts and functions. |
The touchscreen display is optional. Motorists who do not install it can receive key information through compatible mobile applications.
Single-piece OBU
For motorcycles, the antenna, processing and display functions are integrated into a single-piece OBU.
LTA has progressively installed OBUs through authorised workshops. New vehicles registered from 1 May 2024 were to be pre-fitted with the OBU.
All Singapore-registered motor vehicles must have the OBU installed to travel on public roads from 1 January 2027.
During LTA's installation exercise for eligible Singapore-registered vehicles, the OBU is provided without an OBU hardware charge under the applicable installation programme. The correct availability and installation arrangements should be confirmed with LTA or the authorised workshop.
During OBU installation, the existing IU is uninstalled and collected by the authorised installer for LTA disposal.
LTA states that the touchscreen operates only when the vehicle is stationary or moving at less than 15 km/h.
Motorists should not alter the OBU's wiring or positioning themselves because unauthorised changes can affect functionality and warranty.
OBU Payment Options & Backend Payment Account
Payment is not limited to one particular card brand. The supported payment method depends on the vehicle equipment and the chosen ERP payment service.
The traditional CashCard/FlashPay arrangements are part of the legacy IU environment and should not be described as the universal payment method for ERP 2.0.
Backend services can pay ERP charges without requiring a stored-value card to be physically inserted for the ERP transaction, subject to the particular service's terms and setup.
ERP Gantry Rates & Peak Hour Pricing
ERP charges are determined by location, charging direction where applicable, vehicle Passenger Car Unit (PCU) category and time period. LTA periodically reviews rates based on traffic conditions.
25 May 2026
| Effective Date | Location | Changes |
|---|---|---|
29 June 2026 | AYE after Jurong Town Hall towards City, set of 3 gantries | Selected morning ERP rates increased by S$1 per PCU. |
29 June 2026 | PIE at Kallang Bahru and slip road into Bendemeer, set of 2 gantries | Selected morning ERP rates increased by S$1 per PCU. |
Six locations | LTA temporarily reduced selected ERP rates during 18 specified time periods for the June school holiday period. |
LTA reviewed rates using traffic conditions observed in April 2026 and announced the above changes.
| Location | Time | Rate Per P C U | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
KPE (ECP) after Defu Flyover | 8:00am to 8:30am | S$5 before the June holiday temporary reduction; S$4 during 2–28 June 2026 | This illustrates why rates should be checked by date and time rather than quoted as a universal national toll. |
KPE (ECP) after Defu Flyover | 8:30am to 9:00am | S$6 before the June holiday temporary reduction; S$5 during 2–28 June 2026 | The S$6 figure is an example of an announced ERP rate for a particular location and time, not a universal ERP maximum applicable to every road. |
Do not describe ERP nationwide as always ranging from S$0.50 to S$6.00. ERP charges vary by location, time, vehicle PCU classification and rate review, and zero-rate time slots can also occur.
For a real trip, motorists should use LTA's ERP rate checker for the intended route and date/time rather than relying on a static range.
ERP Gantry Operating Hours & Rate Adjustments
ERP is charged only during the operational periods published for the particular ERP-priced road or charging point.
Operational periods differ by location and may be adjusted on the eve of major public holidays.
It is unsafe to state as an absolute rule that ERP is never active on Sundays or public holidays. The correct approach is to check LTA's current location-specific operational hours and any special arrangements.
Many ERP charging periods correspond to peak or busy traffic periods, but ERP is not legally synonymous with one fixed 'peak-hour' schedule.
Missed ERP Payments & Grace Period Rules
A missed ERP payment can occur because of an insufficient-value stored-value card, an improperly inserted card, or another payment failure.
LTA sends an SMS notification after a missed ERP payment.
The motorist has 5 days from the date LTA sends the SMS to pay the missed ERP charge.
If payment is made within the 5-day grace period, there is no S$10 administrative charge.
If the missed ERP payment is not settled during the grace period, LTA issues a physical notice and the motorist must pay the missed ERP charge plus a S$10 administrative charge.
Under the current 2026 process, failure to settle can lead to a S$70 fine and enforcement as a traffic offence.
1 October 2024
2027 Distance-Based Charging & Missed ERP
1 January 2027
LTA will decriminalise missed ERP payments and treat them as an administrative matter.
Vehicle owners will be responsible for settling outstanding ERP charges.
Five days from LTA's SMS notification.
If the owner fails to settle the charge within the grace period, the owner will be unable to transact with LTA for specified vehicle services until the missed ERP charge and S$10 administrative fee are paid.
The current 2026 S$70-fine process should not be described as the permanent ERP 2.0 rule. LTA has already announced that the missed-payment enforcement framework changes from 1 January 2027.
Foreign Vehicles & VEP Autopass ERP Rules
Foreign-registered vehicles travelling in Singapore are also subject to ERP requirements when using ERP-priced roads during operational hours. Their payment method depends on the vehicle type and whether the vehicle has the applicable IU or OBU.
Foreign-registered passenger cars without an IU can use the current flat-rate ERP arrangement of S$5 per day when using ERP-priced roads during ERP operational hours, subject to the applicable foreign-vehicle rules.
The flat-rate ERP charge for the applicable foreign-car arrangement is deducted from the vehicle's Autopass Card when the vehicle departs Singapore.
Foreign-registered passenger cars with the applicable IU follow the prevailing ERP charging arrangement.
Foreign-registered vehicles other than cars follow separate IU and payment rules and should not be lumped together with foreign passenger cars.
For applicable foreign-registered vehicles, the IU must be installed before using ERP-priced roads where required by the current rules.
1 April 2026
Owners of foreign-registered vehicles can choose to install the new ERP 2.0 OBU in Singapore from 1 April 2026.
LTA announced an OBU price of S$158.70 inclusive of 9% GST for foreign motorists until 31 December 2026, excluding any installation charge imposed by the authorised dealer or distributor.
The OBU is not generally mandatory for foreign-registered vehicles under the 2027 ERP 2 transition rule that applies to Singapore-registered motor vehicles.
Malaysian taxis are required to install OBUs for tracking and enforcement purposes within Singapore.
S$3 per ERP operational day
S$10 per ERP operational day
1 January 2027
Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP), Goods Vehicle Permit (GVP) and ERP charges are separate regimes and should not be presented as one combined toll.
Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) 2026 Rules
S$35 per day under the 2026 arrangement, subject to the applicable free-day and free-hour rules.
S$4 per day under the 2026 arrangement, subject to the applicable rules.
From 1 January 2027, LTA announced higher VEP fees and removal of certain free-VEP arrangements.
Vehicle Categories Covered
ERP requirements apply according to the vehicle type, equipment and applicable road-pricing rules. The statement that every Singapore-registered vehicle was already legally required to have an OBU in August 2026 is incorrect; the mandatory ERP 2 OBU requirement begins on 1 January 2027.
Motorcycles have a dedicated one-piece OBU configuration.
Most cars use the three-piece OBU configuration with antenna, processing unit and optional touchscreen.
Different vehicle classes can have different ERP, OBU, IU and foreign-vehicle arrangements. These should be checked against the applicable LTA category rather than treated as identical.
OBU Installation Schedule & Appointment Guide
Foreign Driver Checklist
Implementation Timeline (2026–2027)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
1 October 2024 | LTA introduced an SMS notification and five-day grace period for missed ERP payments. Payment during the grace period avoids the S$10 administrative charge. |
Mid-2025 | LTA began rolling out OBU features for missed-ERP notification and payment functionality. |
1 April 2026 | Owners of foreign-registered vehicles became able to install the new ERP 2.0 OBU in Singapore. |
29 June 2026 | Selected ERP rates increased by S$1 at certain locations/time periods following LTA's May 2026 review. |
24 August 2026 | This page's reference date. ERP 2.0 transition remains in progress and physical ERP gantries are still part of the current system. |
1 January 2027 | ERP 2.0 OBU becomes mandatory for all Singapore-registered motor vehicles travelling on public roads; missed ERP payment becomes an administrative matter; foreign-registered vehicles without OBU use the announced flat-rate ERP framework. |
LTA OneMotoring Official Services
| Name | Url | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
LTA ERP Information | https://onemotoring.lta.gov.sg/content/onemotoring/home/driving/ERP/ERP.html | ERP rules, payment methods, missed ERP process and foreign-vehicle ERP information. |
LTA ERP 2.0 | https://onemotoring.lta.gov.sg/content/onemotoring/home/driving/ERP/erp-2-0.html | OBU configuration, installation and ERP 2.0 information. |
LTA 2026 ERP Rate Review | https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltagov/en/newsroom/2026/5/news-releases/revised-erp-rates-2-jun-26.html | Latest 2026 rate-review announcement used for the date-specific examples on this page. |
LTA ERP 2.0 transition announcement | https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltagov/en/newsroom/2026/2/news-releases/amendments-rta-facilitate-erp2-transition-enhance-penalties.html | 1 January 2027 OBU mandate and missed-ERP administrative process. |
LTA foreign vehicle ERP and OBU update | https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltagov/en/newsroom/2026/2/news-releases/updates-foreign-registered-vehicles-entering-singapore.html | Foreign-registered vehicle ERP, OBU availability and 2027 flat-rate rules. |
NETS vCashCard | https://www.nets.com.sg/nets/for-you/vcashcard | Current backend ERP payment service and account setup information. |
Step-by-Step Driving & Licensing Process
Check whether your vehicle needs an IU, OBU or other payment arrangement
For Singapore-registered vehicles in 2026, check the current OBU installation status and LTA installation programme. For foreign vehicles, check the vehicle-type-specific rules before entering or using ERP-priced roads.
Install or complete the applicable onboard equipment
Singapore-registered vehicles undergoing ERP 2.0 installation use an LTA-authorised workshop. Most vehicles receive a three-piece OBU; motorcycles receive a single-piece OBU.
Choose a supported payment method
Depending on the installed equipment, motorists can use a supported stored-value card, auto-top-up service or approved backend payment service such as AXS Drive, EZ-Link Motoring Service or NETS vCashCard.
Check the ERP rate for the route and time
Use LTA's ERP rate information because charging periods and rates are location- and time-specific and may change after periodic reviews.
Drive through the ERP-priced road during the applicable period
For the current ERP system, the charge is associated with passing the operational ERP gantry. ERP 2.0 is designed to shift road-use charging to the GNSS-based OBU system as the transition is completed.
Monitor payment and missed-charge notifications
Where a payment fails, follow LTA's SMS notification and five-day grace period. Pay during the grace period to avoid the S$10 administrative charge.
Prepare for the 1 January 2027 transition
Singapore-registered motor vehicles must have the ERP 2.0 OBU installed to travel on public roads from 1 January 2027. Foreign-registered vehicles have a separate non-mandatory-OBU framework with flat-rate ERP charges if they enter without an OBU.
Common Misconceptions & Legal Pitfalls
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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