Buying A Mobility Scooter After 1st Jun: What To Expect For New Buyers (2026 PMA Rules)

May 12, 2026

Requirement: Verified User, Registered Device, Ownership Transfer

From 1 June 2026, Singapore’s new PMA (Personal Mobility Aid) regulations officially take effect. If you are planning to buy a mobility scooter for yourself or your loved ones, the buying process will now be very different compared to previous years.

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Under the new LTA regulations, buying of mobility scooters from 1st Jun 2026 will require:

Mobility scooter eligibility verification for most users
Retailers can only sell mobility scooters to CMN verified or exempted user
Only Registered Mobility Scooters Are Legal To Buy
- Existing legal mobility scooters can be used until end-2028, provided that the user also obtain an AMS, unless exempted
Ownership transfer will be conducted upon purchase

Retailers can only sell Registered Mobility Scooters from 1st June 2026:

LTA Registration Mark in front
Licence Plate at the back
Speed limit already reduced to 6km/h
Size already fits the legal restrictions

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Step 1: Find Out If You Need CMN

From 1 June 2026 onwards, most mobility scooter users under 70 years old must obtain a Certificate of Medical Need (CMN) before legally using a mobility scooter on public paths, unless exempted.

You generally do NOT need CMN if you are:

Aged 70 and above
SMF beneficiaries of mobility scooters after 27 February 2026
All ATF beneficiaries of mobility scooters
Beneficiaries of selected MOH disability schemes

👉🏻 Full Info: LTA PMA Rules Site

If you are not exempted, you need to go through the Assessment for Mobility Scooter (AMS). Here are the summarised steps:

Step 1: Call or Find suitable clinic
Step 2: Bring all your medical documents
Step 3: Submit a form for Certificate of Medical Need for Mobility Scooters

Need a more detailed walkthrough?
👉🏻 Step-by-Step AMS / Medical Certificate Guide

Step 2: Check Your Status On OneMotoring

Key in your NRIC No. / FIN and Date of Birth in the OneMotoring portal to check the status of your CMN or exemption records if you are a beneficiary under the MOH disability scheme or government subsidised grants for mobility scooter.

Only users age 70 and above do not need to check exemption status, unless you require a device larger than the allowable dimensions.

👉 You can check your status here:
OneMotoring Mobility Scooter Certification Status

Step 3: Only Verified CMN Or Exempted Users Can Purchase

Why check? Because starting from 1 June 2026, retailers are now required to verify:

Whether your CMN is valid
Whether you are exempted before legally selling or transferring ownership of a mobility scooter.
Retailers can only advertise, display, and sell registered mobility scooters

This means buying mobility scooters from non-verified sellers are no longer allowed:

❌ Overseas sellers = no registration
❌ Unverified online stores
❌ Non-compliant retailers

Step 4: Retailers Must Conduct Ownership Transfer Via OneMotoring

Unlike previous years, mobility scooter retailers must now officially transfer ownership through OneMotoring during the sales process.

This means buyers may need to provide:

NRIC
Date of Birth
Eligible verification details

As such, it is more important than ever to purchase from:
✔ Established retailers
✔ Properly registered businesses
✔ Retailers familiar with the LTA process

⚠️ STAY VIGILANT, VERIFY FOR SCAM⚠️
Avoid purchasing from unknown overseas sellers or unreliable online listings that may not comply with Singapore’s regulations.

What Happens If You Already Own A Mobility Scooter?

Existing mobility scooter users can still continue using their devices until before end 2028 if:

They comply with current PMA size rules
They are ridden at max 6km/h
Users obtain CMN if required

However:

Users of existing mobility scooters will need to register thier own devices at LTA-deployed roving stations from mid-2027 onwards
Full enforcement for unregistered mobility scooters starts from 1 January 2029

LTA will deploy roving registration stations across Singapore to help existing users register their devices.

What Buyers Should Prioritise Now

With the stricter regulations, buyers should now prioritise:
✔ LTA-compliant mobility scooters
✔ Proper HSA-listed devices
✔ Reliable local warranty and servicing
✔ Retailers familiar with registration procedures
✔ Safety-certified chargers and batteries

Cheap overseas mobility scooters may:

Fail registration requirements
Lack HSA approvals
Use unsafe chargers or batteries
Have no local servicing support

Final Thoughts

The 2026 PMA rules may initially feel more complicated, but they are designed to make mobility scooter usage safer and more responsible in Singapore.

For genuine users with mobility needs, the process is still straightforward:

Complete AMS if needed
Verify eligibility
Purchase from a compliant retailer
Enjoy safer and legal PMA usage

As Singapore moves towards a more regulated PMA environment, buying from trusted and experienced local retailers becomes more important than ever.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do electric wheelchair users need CMN or AMS?	No. The CMN requirement currently applies only to mobility scooter users, not electric wheelchair users.
Who is exempted from CMN?	Generally: Seniors aged 70 and above Certain MOH mobility scheme beneficiaries Selected disability scheme users
Can I still use my old mobility scooter?	Yes, existing users can continue using compliant mobility scooters until end-2028 if they follow the new rules and ride at maximum 6km/h. Existing scooters will need registration from mid-2027 onwards.
Can I buy a mobility scooter online from overseas?	It is increasingly risky because overseas sellers may not comply with: LTA registration requirements HSA medical device regulations Singapore safety standards You may also face issues with registration, servicing, or ownership transfer.
What documents will retailers require?	Retailers may require: NRIC Date of Birth CMN verification status during the ownership transfer process via OneMotoring.
What is the maximum PMA speed allowed?	From 1 June 2026 onwards, PMAs used on public paths must be ridden at maximum 6km/h.
Must mobility scooters be registered?	Yes. New mobility scooters sold after 1 June 2026 must be registered before legal sale and use. Existing scooters will require registration later from mid-2027 onwards