How Do You Get a PSV Licence?
E-hailing Driver-Partners are required to get a PSV Licence—which allows the holder to legally transport paying passengers within Malaysia.
Prepare your JPJ Form
Download the JPJ L8A Form (BORANG PEMERIKSAAN KESIHATAN PERMOHONAN LESEN VOKASIONAL JPJ L8A).
Print and bring the form with you during your PSV Licence Medical Checkup.
Pass the PSV Licence Medical Checkup
Ask for a PSV Licence Medical Checkup at any clinic near you.
Present your JPJ L8A Form to the clinic.
Successful applicants will get their PSV Licence Medical Checkup reimbursed by Grab.
Reimbursement by Grab
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Within Klang Valley RM50 |
Outside of Klang Valley RM80 |
For selected cities, we have partnered with clinics to bring cheaper rates for you!
Attend PSV Training
Reimbursed by Grab
Within Klang Valley
Grab Driver Center
- Visit the Grab Training Portal and register for the PSV Training by selecting your preferred date.
*Only our Grab Driver Centre (GDC) in Petaling Jaya offers PSV Training and Exams. *Alternatively, you can register for your PSV Training at a Driving Institute (Institut Memandu) near you.
- You will have to pay RM80 upon registration. Payment shall be made via the Grab Training Portal.
*Fees will be fully reimbursed by Grab once you are activated as a Grab Driver-Partner. *Fees reimbursed for PSV Training completed at Driving Institutes (Institut Memandu) within Klang Valley are capped at RM100.
Outside of Klang Valley
Driving Institutes (Institut Memandu)
- Visit any of our recommended Driving Institutes (Institut Memandu) from here.
Please bring the following documents:
- MyKad (NRIC)
- Driver’s Licence (CDL)
- JPJ L8A Form
- Register for the PSV Training.
- You will have to pay upon registering. The amount will vary according to Driving Institutes.
*The total fees will be fully reimbursed by Grab (for a limited time only). *Go to FAQ section below for more information on how to get reimbursed.
Pass the PSV Exam
Reimbursed by Grab
After completing the PSV Training, register for a 1-hour PSV Written Exam.
*Fees fully reimbursed by Grab.
*Please note that the exam will NOT be on the same day as your training.
- You will have to pay RM80 upon registration. Payment shall be made via the Grab Training Portal.
Upon successful completion of PSV Training and PSV Exam, you will be given:
• JPJ L2C Certificate (Training Certificate)
*Valid for 1 year only
• JPJ L12 Certificate (PSV Exam Certificate)
Register for PSV Licence at JPJ
Please inquire with your Driving Institute (Institut Memandu) as some may handle the PSV Licence registration process for you.
*Please note that JPJ Offices attached to UTC branches do not provide PSV Licence registration.
Register at any JPJ Office in the same state where you attended your PSV Training.
*For example, if you attended training at Grab Driver Centre (Petaling Jaya), you can go to any JPJ branch in Selangor state.
Please bring the following documents to register for a PSV Licence:
- The original and a photocopy of your MyKad (NRIC)
- The original and a photocopy of your Driver’s Licence (CDL)
*Valid for 1 year only - JPJ L8A Form (Registration and Medical Form)
- JPJ L2C Certificate (Training Certificate)
- JPJ L12 Certificate (PSV Exam Certificate) 1-year
- 1 × 25mm × 32mm colour photo
*With a white background
Collect your official PSV Licence at the JPJ Office you registered at.
*Collection dates will vary from branch to branch.
Please check with your JPJ Office.
Submit Your PSV Licence for Reimbursement
Upload your PSV Licence on the Grab Driver app. Grab will verify the document during your onboarding process (as a new Driver-Partner or upon converting from Deliveries to Transport as an existing Partner).
Complete the Training
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There are 5 modules to complete as below:
- Grab Dos & Don’ts
- Manage Your Wallet
- Pick Up, Drop Off & Completing Jobs
- Back-to-Back & Multi-Stop Rides Jobs
- PSV—E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP) Process
Submit Your PSV Licence and Vehicle Ownership Certificate
Upload these documents in the Grab Driver app:
- PSV Licence
- Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) or Car Grant
How to use the Document Uploader:
*If your update fails, you will be notified in the document section under the status ‘Needs Update’.
*Click the ‘Needs Update’ section to check on the reason for rejection and upload the correct documents for review.
Upon submission, we will verify and update your account within 7 working days.
*Drivers will receive RM20 for submission of PSV Licence (one-time only).
*If you complete your PSV Licence outside of Grab, you will get another RM100 for PSV Training (one-time only).
How do you get an E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP)?
An E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP) is a permit that allows your private vehicle to operate as an E-hailing Vehicle.
*Borneo Driver-Partners, if your vehicle is 3 years or older—you are required to pass a PUSPAKOM inspection before you can get your E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP).
Requirements for an EVP Application
Peninsular
- Original Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) or Car Grant *must be less than 10 years since car’s manufacture year
- PSV Licence
- Vehicle owner must be a Malaysian Citizen or Permanent Resident • Only private vehicles • Vehicles owned by a Company/Army ID/Police ID will be rejected
Sabah
- Original Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) or Car Grant
*must be less than 10 years since car’s manufacture year - PSV Licence
- Vehicle owner must be a Malaysian Citizen
- Vehicles owned by a Company/Army ID/Police ID will be rejected
Sarawak
- Original Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) or Car Grant
*must be less than 10 years since car’s manufacture year - PSV Licence
- Puspakom Berkala
*if the car is 3 years or older - Vehicle owner must be a Malaysian Citizen
- Vehicles owned by a Company/Army ID/Police ID will be rejected
New Driver-Partners
Upon registration with Grab, upload your Original Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) or Car Grant on the Grab Driver app.
Have you submitted your PSV Licence for reimbursement?
- Grab Dos & Don’ts
- Manage Your Wallet
- Pick Up, Drop Off & Completing Jobs
- Back-to-Back & Multi-Stop Rides Jobs
- PSV—E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP) Process
Upload these documents in the Grab Driver app:
- PSV Licence
- Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) or Car Grant
How to use the Document Uploader:
Collect and Display E-hailing Stickers
Once your account has been activated, collect your E-hailing Stickers (2 per person) at the nearest kiosk or Grab Driver Centre (GDC) in your city.
The stickers need to be displayed on the front and rear windscreens.
*Image: E-hailing Sticker
How to Get E-hailing Insurance?
E-hailing Insurance covers loss or damage to your vehicle, liability to passengers and third-party, as well as personal accident coverage while you are operating as an E-hailing Driver-Partner.
*E-hailing Insurance is another requirement from the Ministry of Transport. This is separate from your private motor insurance and provides coverage for E-hailing jobs.
Option 1:
Grab Daily Insurance (GDI)
Opt-in to Grab Daily Insurance (GDI).
Pay only when you’re online.
Option 2:
Annual E-hailing Add-On
Purchase the Annual E-hailing Add-on with your current insurer*.
*If your current insurer does not provide E-hailing Insurance, switch to an insurer that can provide you with E-hailing coverage.
Submit Your Application
to Activate Your Account
After securing your PSV Licence, E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP), E-hailing Insurance and other requirements, please submit your application on the Sign Up page.
Activation Confirmation Message
Look out for a message via Email or SMS confirming that your account has been activated.
How Do I Complete the PUSPAKOM Vehicle Inspection?
The PUSPAKOM Vehicle Inspection is conducted to certify if your vehicle is fit to operate as an E-hailing Vehicle.
*Only vehicles 3 years and older are required to undergo a PUSPAKOM Vehicle Inspection.
*If your vehicle is below 3 years old, you do not have to undergo a PUSPAKOM Vehicle Inspection to start driving in your E-hailing Vehicle.
Fulfil the Following Requirements
i. E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP)
ii. Original Vehicle Ownership Certificate (VOC) or Car Grant
iii. 1kg Fire Extinguisher
*Either Carbon Dioxide (CO2) or a dry chemical powder.
You should be able to find this at your local hardware stores.
iv. Warning Triangle 16’ x 2’ (405 mm x 51 mm)
v. Emergency Kit (for 7-seater vehicles)
Schedule an Appointment with PUSPAKOM
i. When registering, pick ‘Individual’ for the Account type.
ii. When creating your appointment, Pick ‘Persendirian E-hailing’ for the Usage Class and Pick ‘Berkala Pertama E-Hailing’ for Inspection Type.
iii. Find out more on how to make an appointment here.
Pass the PUSPAKOM Inspection
If your vehicle passes the inspection, you will receive a document and inspection certification sticker certifying that your vehicle is fit for E-hailing.
Ensure Compliance
Always stay compliant with the Ministry of Transport’s regulations as an E-hailing Driver-Partner:
i. Display the E-hailing Sticker on the front and rear windscreen of your vehicle.
ii. Always carry your PSV Licence with you.
iii. Display the PUSPAKOM Certification on the front windscreen of your vehicle (for vehicles 3 years or older).
iv. Remember where to locate your E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP) status in the Grab Driver app.
*Sarawak requires a printed copy of your E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP). You can visit the Grab Driver Centre to have it printed. If your city does not have a Grab Driver Centre, you will receive an email or in-app message with further instructions.