Singapore, Malaysia Expand Cross-Border Taxi Quota
The licensed cross-border taxi quota in each country rises from 300 to 500, with two new ride-hailing operators added to the scheme.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Travel — General
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Singapore and Malaysia are raising the quota of licensed cross-border taxis from 300 to 500 per country, effective November 16. CDG Zig and Kumpool will also be licensed as additional operators under the Cross-Border Taxi Scheme.
Why it matters
The expansion lifts the combined ceiling from 600 to as many as 1,000 licensed cross-border taxis and adds operator choice for travelers moving between the two countries. The changes are part of efforts to improve connectivity between Singapore and Malaysia.
The combined cross-border taxi quota rises from 600 to a maximum of 1,000 vehicles under the enhanced scheme, which now licenses three operators including GrabCar, CDG Zig and Kumpool. Operators can begin under the expanded quota from November 16, 2026.
The players
Ministry of Transport of Singapore
The Singapore government ministry responsible for transport policy, which co-issued the joint statement on the expanded cross-border taxi quota.
Ministry of Transport of Malaysia
The Malaysian government ministry responsible for transport policy, which co-issued the joint statement on the expanded cross-border taxi quota with Singapore.
GrabCar
A ride-hailing service and existing licensed operator under the Cross-Border Taxi Scheme.
The details
The quota increase is implemented through the enhanced Cross-Border Taxi Scheme, with CDG Zig and Kumpool licensed to operate under it from November 16. The joint statement from the Ministries of Transport of Singapore and Malaysia was issued on November 6, building on earlier 2026 measures such as more designated ride-hailing pick-up points, flexible drop-off arrangements, and stronger enforcement against illegal domestic point-to-point trips.
Timeline
Earlier in 2026: Enhancements to smooth cross-border journeys were introduced.
November 6, 2026: Ministries of Transport of Singapore and Malaysia issued a joint statement announcing the changes.
November 16, 2026: Expanded quota and new operators take effect.
Travel Outlook
The expansion extends the Cross-Border Taxi Scheme, which Singapore and Malaysia have been building through successive 2026 measures on pick-up points, drop-off flexibility and enforcement. It signals continued bilateral effort to ease land travel between the two neighboring countries.
Travelers crossing between Singapore and Malaysia will have more licensed cross-border taxi options from November 16, which can make point-to-point trips easier to book. Planning around the new operators and quota may help travelers compare availability before their journey.
The takeaway
Travelers moving between Singapore and Malaysia gain more licensed cross-border taxi choices from November 16. Checking operator availability before departure can help avoid delays at busy crossing times.
Further reading
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