Over 200,000 new-generation MyKads issued nationwide within 25 days
The National Registration Department reported that 202,829 new-generation MyKads have been distributed across Malaysia from Sept 17 to Oct 11, featuring enhanced security features.
Datuk Badrul Hisham Alias of the National Registration Department said that 202,829 new-generation MyKads were issued between Sept 17 and Oct 11, marking a rise of 33,483 cards or about 19.8% from the previous count on Oct 6. The new cards incorporate 53 security features compared with 23 on the older version, aiming to curb forgery and misuse. The highest issuance volumes were recorded in the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur (24,006), Johor (21,448), Sarawak (19,069), Selangor (16,959) and Sabah (16,814), with Kelantan issuing 9,722 cards.
As of Oct 7, 69 of the 70 card issuance centres completed their Final Acceptance Test and are operational; the remaining centre in Langkawi is slated for testing on Oct 17 and operation on Oct 18. The NRD also urged service providers to upgrade card readers to ensure seamless eKYC verification with the new MyKad.
Why it matters
The expanded rollout of more secure MyKads strengthens national identity protection and improves access to government services.
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