The minister, Loke Siew Fook, said this was to help Malaysians working in Singapore who were required to use Singapore-issued licences, particularly those in the service sector such as bus drivers, support personnel, and operational staff.

“The ministry acknowledges feedback from Malaysians employed in Singapore regarding BUDI95’s implementation, especially from those in essential service roles,” Bernama reported him as saying.

The website may be accessed at www.BUDI95lesenSG.jpj.gov.my, and applicants may check their eligibility status after 14 days through the official portal at www.budi95.gov.my.

Loke said all applications would be forwarded to the finance ministry for review and approval. To qualify, applicants must be Malaysian citizens, hold a valid Singapore driving licence, and possess a valid work permit in the republic.

“We hope this will ease matters for Malaysians working in Singapore and ensure that they are fairly considered under the national fuel subsidy programme,” he said.

Loke, however, stressed that the BUDI95 subsidy remains exclusively for vehicles registered in Malaysia.

He said Malaysians no longer working in Singapore could reapply for a Malaysian driving licence after cancelling their Singapore licence in accordance with existing procedures.