Knowing your vehicle’s Certificate of Entitlement (COE) expiry date is crucial to avoid penalties and legal consequences. Here’s a comprehensive guide with multiple methods to check your COE expiry date:
1. MyTransport Portal (www.mytransport.sg)
- Visit the myTransport portal and log in with your SingPass.
- Click on “My Services” and select “Vehicle Ownership”.
- Your vehicle’s details will be displayed, including the COE expiry date.
2. V-Inspect Mobile Application
- Download and install the V-Inspect mobile app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
- Enter your vehicle’s number plate or QR code.
- The app will display the vehicle’s information, including the COE expiry date.
3. Vehicle Registration Certificate (VRC)
- Locate your original VRC issued by the Land Transport Authority (LTA).
- The COE expiry date is typically printed on the front of the VRC.
4. Vehicle Information Enquiry Kiosk
- Visit a Vehicle Information Enquiry Kiosk (VIEWK) located at major HDB estates and LTA One-Motoring Services Centres.
- Insert your VRC into the kiosk and follow the prompts.
- The kiosk will display your vehicle’s details, including the COE expiry date.
- Avoid Penalties: Failure to renew your COE before its expiry can result in fines and impoundment of your vehicle.
- Stay Legal: Driving a vehicle with an expired COE is a traffic offence.
- Plan for Renewal: Checking your COE expiry date gives you ample time to plan for its renewal, ensuring a smooth and timely process.
- Set a reminder in your calendar or phone to check your COE expiry date regularly.
- Keep a copy of your VRC in your vehicle or on your phone for easy access.
- If you’re unsure about any details, contact the LTA for assistance.
- Financial Implications: Expired COEs can result in significant financial penalties, which can impact your budget.
- Legal Consequences: Driving with an expired COE can lead to legal charges and even imprisonment.
- Vehicle Impoundment: Your vehicle may be impounded if you’re caught driving with an expired COE, causing inconvenience and additional costs.
- Private Cars: Check the expiry date on the VRC or using the online/offline methods described above.
- Commercial Vehicles: Commercial vehicles have separate COE categories, so the expiry dates may vary. Contact the LTA for specific details.
- Motorcycles: Motorcycles have a different COE scheme, known as the Open Category COEs. Check the expiry date on the VRC or through the online/offline methods.
Once you determine your COE expiry date, you can initiate the renewal process by:
- Applying online through myTransport
- Visiting an LTA One-Motoring Services Centre
- Engaging a car dealership or renewal agent
The COE renewal fee depends on the vehicle type and category. As of 2023, the fees are approximately:
| Vehicle Type | COE Renewal Fee |
|---|---|
| Private Cars | S$10,000 – S$150,000 |
| Commercial Vehicles | S$12,000 – S$200,000 |
| Motorcycles | S$9,000 – S$12,000 |
The COE expiry date is typically based on the date of the vehicle’s first registration. In some cases, a vehicle’s COE may be shortened or extended due to factors such as:
- Vehicle being written off or exported
- COE transfer between vehicles
- Special schemes or incentives
For more information or assistance, visit the LTA website or contact their hotline at 6362 2788.
