The Sepang International Circuit (SIC) will enforce strict entry protocols for the 2026 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, requiring all attendees and vehicles to pass through five designated screening points. Selangor police have confirmed these checks will validate tickets, vehicle permits, and access stickers before granting access. The measures apply to all routes leading to the circuit, including those arriving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).
Traffic officers will manage operations at five critical junctures: the toll plaza on the KLIA-to-Jalan Pekeliling route, the stretch between KLIA1 and Jalan Pekeliling, the area before the Masjid Roundabout, the path from Kota Warisan to Labohan Dagang and Jalan KLIA1, and the intersection of Jalan Kuarters KLIA at the Enstek traffic lights. A total of 365 officers from the Selangor traffic investigation and enforcement department will oversee traffic control, congestion mitigation, and VIP escorts between October 2 and October 4. Their duties include ensuring smooth movement and preventing bottlenecks during the event.
The circuit’s parking infrastructure will accommodate 9,000 vehicles across 17 designated lots, along with space for 100 buses. To support alternative transportation, organizers have allocated 200 e-hailing passes for Grab and 100 for Prestige Lane, as well as 95 MyRapid shuttle buses from four key locations and 50 Grab shuttles at two sites. Attendees without valid parking permits are advised to utilize these services to avoid potential fines or vehicle towing.
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A tidal flow system will regulate traffic along the 13-kilometer stretch between the Masjid Roundabout and the circuit, with temporary lanes and directional signage guiding vehicle movement. For north-south travelers encountering delays, alternate routes via the ELITE Expressway, SKVE, or the Putrajaya exit leading to the KL-Seremban Toll Plaza will be available. These adjustments aim to minimize congestion on primary access roads.
Heavy vehicles will undergo screening at eight dedicated checkpoints, including the Masjid Roundabout and the F1 Main Entrance junction. The road transport department and police will coordinate these stops to reroute large trucks and prevent disruptions on main arteries. The measures reflect efforts to maintain operational efficiency during the high-traffic period.
