Last Updated on Friday, 3 April 2026, 9:00 by Writer
The Ministry of Home Affairs on Thursday said it was investigating the falsification of medical certificates submitted by applicants for tint waivers, and warned that tough action would be taken against those involved.
“All fraudulent documents, whether submitted by an applicant or improperly issued by medical practitioners and others, will be treated with the utmost seriousness,” the ministry said in a statement.
The new tint regulations require that those exempted from using darker tints include persons with certified medical conditions requiring reduced exposure to sunlight.
But the ministry said a robust verification system is in place to oversee the issuance of tint waivers in accordance with the tint regulations which came into force on January 1, 2026. “As part of this process, the Ministry will seek to verify the authenticity of all information submitted by applicants.”
The ministry advised motorists with medical conditions to consult registered medical practitioners to determine whether a tint below the legal limit is necessary and to ensure that all supporting documentation submitted is accurate and compliant with the regulations.
The approved tint levels are:
- Front driver and passenger windows: 25% visible light transmission (VLT)
- Rear passenger windows and back glass: 20% VLT, and
- No tint is permitted on the front windscreen, except for a visor measuring six inches from the top.
