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Motorists heading up to Genting Highlands will officially have to start paying road charges from this Thursday, 28 May
Lingkaran Cekap Sdn Bhd (LCSB), the authorised operator for Jalan Genting Highlands, has confirmed that the long-discussed fee system will begin in phases at the two main uphill entry points, Genting Sempah and Gohtong Jaya roundabout.
The move marks the first time private vehicles are being charged to access the hill resort area.
So how much will drivers have to pay?
Here's the breakdown for the first phase:
| 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 charge applies when vehicles enter Genting Highlands through either access point.
Motorcycles are exempt
In addition to motorcycles, emergency vehicles are also exempt and do not need to register for the system.
Meanwhile, private vehicles belonging to public servants working at selected government institutions in Genting Highlands, including schools, police stations, clinics, district offices, and fire stations, will also be exempted, subject to registration.
Some vehicles must use special lanes
According to the operator, vehicles under Classes 2, 3, 4, and 5 must use either the 'Lorong Khas' special lanes or the Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) lane.
The system uses LPR technology to automatically identify vehicles and process payments.
Genting residents will receive discounted rates later
Starting 28 June, permanent residents of Genting Highlands will be eligible for preferential schemes.
This includes:
- Registration for up to two Class 1 vehicles per household
- A 10% discounted entry rate
- Access through LPR or special lanes
LCSB also said eligible residents can apply for a six-month season pass offering unlimited entries during its validity period.
Interestingly, the company noted that registered resident vehicles will not incur any charges before 28 June 2026.
Why is this being introduced?
According to previous statements by LCSB and Genting-linked parties, the charge is meant to support the long-term upkeep of the 24km private road leading up to Genting Highlands.
Maintenance work includes:
- Road resurfacing
- Slope stabilisation
- Drainage systems
- Landslide prevention
Authorities have repeatedly stressed that this is not being positioned as a conventional highway toll, but rather a road charge based on a "user pays" model.
The move has already sparked debate
When the proposal first surfaced earlier this year, some industry observers warned that pricing would determine public acceptance.
Property and tourism experts previously told local media that:
- A lower fee is unlikely to significantly affect tourism
- Frequent commuters may feel the financial impact more over time
- Some visitors could shift towards alternatives like buses or the Awana Skyway
Still, with Resorts World Genting continuing to attract millions of visitors annually, analysts generally do not expect a major drop in traffic.
Quick summary
Starting 28 May:
- Cars and vans will pay RM5 per entry
- Charges apply at Genting Sempah and Gohtong Jaya
- Motorcycles and emergency vehicles are exempt
- Genting residents will get discounts beginning 28 June
- The system uses cashless and LPR technology
After months of speculation, the Genting road charge system is now officially going live.
