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Demerit Points (DIPS)

Singapore Demerit Points System (DIPS) & Traffic Offenses Guide 2026

Complete guide to the Driver Improvement Points System (DIPS) in Singapore. Explains demerit points schedule, 24-point suspension rules, probation limits, & Traffic Police fines.

Statutory Overview & Driving Framework

The Driver Improvement Points System (DIPS) is administered by the Singapore Traffic Police under the Road Traffic Act (Cap. 276) to identify and rehabilitate errant drivers. Under DIPS, demerit points (ranging from 3 to 24 points) and composition fines are awarded for traffic offenses based on severity. Non-probationary drivers who accumulate 24 or more demerit points within 24 consecutive months face a 12-week driving suspension (1st suspension). Probationary drivers (first-year license holders) who accumulate 13 or more demerit points within 12 months face immediate license revocation. Demerit points are wiped clean if a driver remains free of traffic offenses for 12 consecutive months.

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

24-Point Suspension Threshold StructureDIPS Suspension

Accumulating 24 points in 24 months results in 12-week suspension (1st), 24-week (2nd), or 1-year (3rd).

Probationary Driver 12-Point Revocation LimitProbation Rule

First-year drivers with 13+ points face immediate license revocation and must re-take driving tests.

Common Traffic Offenses & Point ScheduleOffense Schedule

Red light running (12 pts + S$400), Mobile phone use (6 pts + S$300), Speeding (4 to 24 pts), Careless driving (6 pts).

Safe Driver Discount (NCB & Point Incentive)Safe Driver Incentive

Maintaining 0 points for 3 years grants 10% Certificate of Merit (COM) auto insurance discount.

Qualification & Compliance Requirements

Applies to all holders of Singapore Class 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 driving licenses.

Demerit points are tied to the driver's NRIC/FIN and tracked electronically on the SPF e-Services portal.

Drivers facing suspension can attend a voluntary Retraining Course to reduce suspension duration.

Vehicle owners must identify the actual driver if an offense is captured by traffic enforcement cameras.

Statutory Document & Driving Checklist

Road Traffic (Driver Improvement Points System) Rules

Singapore Police Force (SPF) Traffic Offense Notice Letter

Traffic Police e-Services Demerit Point Status Certificate

AXS / SAM / SPF Portal Fine Payment Confirmation Receipt

Traffic Police Retraining Course Attendance Slip

Step-by-Step Driving & Licensing Process

Receive Traffic Offense Notice or Camera Fine

SPF issues Traffic Offense Notice via mail or digital notification in Singpass app.

Check Current Demerit Point Balance on SPF Portal

Log into SPF e-Services portal via Singpass to check total active demerit points.

Pay Composition Fine via AXS or SPF Portal

Settle composition fine within 14 days to prevent court summons.

Attend Voluntary Retraining Course If Near Suspension

Enrol in Traffic Police retraining course to reduce 12-week suspension down to 4 weeks.

Maintain 12 Months Clean Record to Wipe Points

Drive safely for 12 consecutive months without offenses to reset demerit points to zero.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Accumulating 24 or more demerit points within 24 consecutive months triggers a 12-week driving suspension for experienced drivers.

Probationary drivers (first-year license holders) who accumulate 13 or more demerit points within their 12-month probation period face immediate license revocation and must re-take all theory and practical driving tests.

Running a red light carries 12 demerit points and a S$400 composition fine for light vehicles.

Demerit points are erased from your record if you maintain a clean driving record free of traffic offenses for 12 consecutive months from the date of the last offense.

A Certificate of Merit (COM) is issued by the Traffic Police to drivers who maintain a zero demerit point record for 3 consecutive years, qualifying them for a 10% insurance premium discount.

Yes. You can submit an appeal on the SPF e-Services portal if there are extenuating circumstances or if you were not the driver at the time of the incident.

Statutory Benchmark Metrics

DIPS Administrator

Singapore Traffic Police

Suspension Threshold

24 Points in 24 Months

Probation Limit

12 Points Max (1-Year)

Point Erasure Rule

12 Months Offense-Free

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