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Singapore ERP 2.0 Satellite OBU Mandate & Road Tolls Guide 2026

Complete official 2026 guide to Singapore's ERP 2.0 satellite-based road pricing system. Explains On-Board Unit (OBU) installation, NETS Motoring Card, & 2027 gantry phase-out.

Statutory Overview & Driving Framework

ERP 2.0 is Singapore's next-generation satellite-based Electronic Road Pricing system operated by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) under the Road Traffic Act 1961. Replacing legacy physical overhead gantries, ERP 2.0 utilizes Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology to manage traffic congestion across Singapore's expressways (CTE, AYE, PIE, KPE, ECP) and arterial roads. By 1 January 2027, all Singapore-registered vehicles (cars, motorcycles, taxis, goods vehicles) must be fitted with the mandatory On-Board Unit (OBU). The OBU replaces legacy In-Vehicle Units (IU) and features an integrated Processing Unit, Antenna, and touchscreen display. This guide outlines OBU installation rules, NETS Motoring Card payment setups, ERP 2.0 toll rates, parking payment integration, and foreign vehicle VEP rules.

Singapore Traffic Police Enforcement Notice

Singapore strictly enforces left-hand driving rules, digital speed cameras, ERP 2.0 satellite toll gantries, and zero-tolerance drink driving limits (35mcg/100ml breath limit under RTA Sec 67).

Key Road Regulations & Legal Mandates

Mandatory OBU Fitting Deadline (1 January 2027)OBU Deadline

All Singapore-registered motor vehicles must complete OBU installation by 1 January 2027 to comply with LTA road transport regulations.

Vehicle-Specific OBU Configuration (3-Piece vs 1-Piece)OBU Hardware

Cars and commercial vehicles receive a 3-piece OBU (Processing Unit near footwell, Antenna on windscreen, touchscreen display). Motorcycles receive a compact 1-piece OBU.

Contactless Toll & Parking Payment IntegrationNETS & CEPAS

Supports NETS Motoring Card, EZ-Link CEPAS cards, and backend direct-deduction card services (EZ-Pay / AutoPay) for road tolls and EPS carparks.

Phased Physical Gantry Decommissioning & DemolitionVirtual Gantries

Legacy physical ERP gantries are being progressively decommissioned and demolished across Singapore throughout 2026, replaced by virtual satellite ERP gantries.

Qualification & Compliance Requirements

Applies to all Singapore-registered cars, motorcycles, taxis, buses, and goods vehicles.

Installation is free for new cars and during LTA assigned booking windows for existing vehicles.

Late installation after assigned booking windows incurs workshop charges (S$35 for bikes, S$70 for cars).

Foreign vehicles entering via Checkpoints use Autopass cards; long-term foreign vehicles can voluntarily install OBU.

Statutory Document & Driving Checklist

Road Traffic (Electronic Road Pricing System) Rules

LTA Official OBU Installation Appointment Notification

Vehicle Log Card & Vehicle Registration Record (OneMotoring)

NETS Motoring Card / EZ-Link CEPAS Stored Value Card

LTA Authorized Workshop OBU Pass Installation Certificate

Step-by-Step Driving & Licensing Process

Receive LTA OBU Installation Booking Notification

LTA notifies vehicle owners by SMS/mail to book free installation at over 200 authorized workshops.

Drive Vehicle to Authorized LTA Workshop for Fitting

Technicians install Processing Unit, Windscreen Antenna, and optional Touchscreen Display.

Configure Touchscreen Display or Pair Smartphone App

Drivers choose between dashboard touchscreen display or pairing smartphone via LTA-approved ERP 2.0 app.

Insert NETS Motoring Card or Link EZ-Pay Account

Insert CEPAS payment card into Processing Unit or register auto-top-up on bank card.

Drive Through Virtual ERP Zones & Automated Carparks

OBU displays real-time toll rates, traffic alerts, and handles automated EPS carpark payments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

ERP 2.0 is Singapore's satellite-based (GNSS) road pricing system introduced by LTA to replace physical roadside gantries with virtual satellite tolls.

All Singapore-registered vehicles must have the ERP 2.0 OBU installed by 1 January 2027.

For cars, the OBU consists of 3 pieces: an Antenna mounted on the windscreen, a Processing Unit fitted near the passenger footwell, and an optional Touchscreen Display on the dashboard.

No. The touchscreen display is optional. Drivers who prefer not to install the physical screen can view ERP information on approved smartphone apps paired via Bluetooth.

The OBU accepts NETS Motoring Cards, EZ-Link CEPAS cards, and virtual auto-deduction services like EZ-Pay and NETS vCashCard linked to your credit card.

No. LTA has confirmed that ERP 2.0 will continue using location-specific charging rates; distance-based charging will not be implemented immediately.

Installation was free during assigned LTA booking windows. Vehicle owners who missed their window pay S$35 for motorcycles or S$70 for cars at authorized workshops.

Yes! The OBU works seamlessly with all EPS (Electronic Parking System) carparks at HDB flats, URA lots, and private shopping malls across Singapore.

Statutory Benchmark Metrics

Installation Mandate

1 January 2027 Deadline

Hardware System

3-Piece (Cars) / 1-Piece (Bikes)

Technology Standard

GNSS Satellite Tracking

Payment Integration

NETS / EZ-Link / EZ-Pay

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