Genting Highlands – Motorists travelling to Genting Highlands will officially begin paying road charges starting 28 May, as Lingkaran Cekap Sdn Bhd (LCSB), the authorised operator for Jalan Genting Highlands, rolls out a phased implementation at the two main access points: Genting Sempah and the Gohtong Jaya roundabout.
The move marks the first time private vehicles will be charged to use the uphill route to the popular hill resort destination.
Under the first phase of implementation, charges will vary according to vehicle class:
| Vehicle Class | Vehicle Type | Charge Per Entry |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Cars and vans | RM5.00 |
| Class 2 | Medium lorries | RM15.00 |
| Class 3 | Heavy lorries | RM25.00 |
| Class 4 | Taxis | RM3.30 |
| Class 5 | Buses | RM5.00 |
The road charge applies to vehicles entering Genting Highlands through either Genting Sempah or Gohtong Jaya.
Motorcycles and emergency vehicles will remain exempt from the system and do not require registration.
Additionally, private vehicles belonging to public servants working at selected government facilities in Genting Highlands — including schools, police stations, clinics, district offices and fire stations — will also be exempted, subject to registration requirements.
LCSB noted that vehicles under Classes 2, 3, 4 and 5 must use designated “Lorong Khas” (special lanes) or the Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) lanes. The system will use LPR technology to automatically identify vehicles and process cashless payments.
Beginning 28 June, permanent residents of Genting Highlands will be entitled to preferential schemes, including:
- Registration of up to two Class 1 vehicles per household
- A 10% discounted entry rate
- Access through LPR and special lanes
- Optional six-month season passes with unlimited entries during the validity period
Registered resident vehicles will also enjoy a temporary exemption from charges until 28 June 2026.
According to LCSB and Genting-linked stakeholders, the road charge system is intended to support the long-term maintenance and upkeep of the 24km privately managed road leading into Genting Highlands.
Planned maintenance efforts include road resurfacing, slope stabilisation, drainage improvements and landslide prevention works.
Authorities have emphasised that the system is not being introduced as a conventional highway toll, but instead follows a “user pays” approach aimed at ensuring sustainable maintenance of the route.
The proposal had previously sparked discussion among tourism and property observers, with some suggesting that pricing levels would determine public acceptance. While lower fees are not expected to significantly impact tourism activity, frequent travellers may feel a greater financial effect over time, potentially encouraging some visitors to shift towards alternatives such as buses or the Awana cable car system.
Despite concerns, analysts generally do not expect a major decline in visitor traffic, given Genting Highlands’ continued popularity among local and international tourists.
Quick Facts:
- Charges begin: 28 May 2026
- Cars and vans: RM5 per entry
- Entry points: Genting Sempah and Gohtong Jaya
- Motorcycles and emergency vehicles: Exempt
- Resident discounts begin: 28 June 2026
- Payment system: Cashless with LPR technology
