TO ensure the efficient use of fuel and reduce waste, the new barcode and QR code system has been in place since 27 March 2026.
In addition, starting today, the barcode/QR code system is being implemented along the Bago, PyinOoLwin, Yangon-Mandalay Highway, and the Expressway.
To address any unforeseen issues, including technical problems and fraud under the new system, the Ministry of Energy is monitoring through the Online Monitoring Centre, operating a Call Centre for assistance, and conducting ongoing supervision.
In the four major cities using the QR system, a comparison of sales under the old and new systems shows the following: a total of 189,907 motorcycles and three-wheelers and 138,157 vehicles were refueled on 25 March 2026, but, these numbers had decreased to 149,690 motorcycles and three-wheelers and 105,345 vehicles by 27 March 2026. Similarly, 184,284 motorcycles and three-wheelers and 113,028 vehicles were refueled on 26 March 2026, decreasing to 165,371 motorcycles and three-wheelers and 107,965 vehicles on 28 March 2026.
However, it was observed that some shops took advantage of the fuel price increase by closing without selling, some sold fuel without scanning, and some taxi operators exploited the higher quota to commit fraud, leading to longer queues at the shops that remained open.
Action is being taken in response to reports of irregularities that harm the public. Yesterday, the licences of three fuel stations have been temporarily suspended, and legal action has been taken against their managers and employees: “Shwe Poe” in Pubbathiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw Council Area (Licence No 2597); “Golden Lion” on 62nd Street, Pyigyidagun Township, Mandalay Region (Licence No 0730); and “Aung Theikdi” on old Yangon-Mandalay Highway, Pyigyidagun Township, Mandalay Region (Licence No 0480). In addition, following a complaint about illegal storage of fuel, U Myint Maung, a resident of Myananda Lane, 60/B Ward, Dagon Myothit (Seikkan) Township was found storing fuel illegally, and a case has been opened for further legal action.
Fuel is also sold for agricultural equipment through fuel shops approved by the relevant regional or state government.
The ministry urges the public to cooperate by reporting any difficulties or irregularities encountered in purchasing fuel to the Call Centre.
Ministry of Energy
