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Malaysia Bans Foreign Vehicles from Subsidized Petrol Starting April

2/10/2026

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A ban on foreign-registered vehicles buying subsidised RON95 petrol will start on April 1 in Malaysia.
Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Armizan Mohd Ali announced a study to restrict overseas-registered credit cards at petrol stations to curb subsidy leakages under BUDI95.
The ministry will monitor petrol stations for compliance and address threats against operators regarding RON95 sales.

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A ban on foreign-registered vehicles buying subsidised RON95 petrol will start on April 1 in Malaysia.
Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Armizan Mohd Ali announced a study to restrict overseas-registered credit cards at petrol stations to curb subsidy leakages under BUDI95.
The ministry will monitor petrol stations for compliance and address threats against operators regarding RON95 sales.