# Malaysia National Registration Department identity services

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/malaysia-national-registration-department-identity-services
> Updated: 2026-10-24T03:31:28.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Malaysian National Registration Department (JPN) has undertaken several initiatives to improve the delivery of identity documentation and registration services.

As of September 2026, the department issued 14,000 MyPR permanent resident identity cards. Home Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail noted that the Ministry of Home Affairs aims to make these services more efficient, systematic, and secure.

Further updates indicate that JPN has resolved nearly 13,000 cases of late birth registration this year, an average of 1,000 cases per month, to ensure children can access schooling and medical treatment. Additionally, between September 17 and October 20, the department issued 275,785 new-generation MyKad cards. These upgraded cards feature 53 security elements, such as QR codes and holograms, to enhance document security.

## Claims

- JPN resolved nearly 13,000 late birth registration cases this year. (reported by 2 sources)
- Late birth registrations averaged approximately 1,000 cases per month. (reported by 2 sources)
- RM500,000 was allocated to Kampung Melayu Sedenak through the MADANI program. (reported by 2 sources)
- RM100,000 was allocated to Sekolah Menengah Pendidikan Khas Indahpura. (reported by 2 sources)
- 275,785 new-generation MyKad cards were issued between September 17 and October 20. (reported by 1 source)
- The new MyKad includes 53 security features, including QR codes, ultraviolet, and holograms. (reported by 1 source)
- Johor recorded the highest number of new MyKad issuances with 31,392 cards. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: National Registration Department processes 13,000 late birth registrations

Malaysia's National Registration Department has resolved nearly 13,000 late birth registrations this year and issued over 275,000 new-generation MyKad cards featuring enhanced security features.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/national-registration-department-processes-13000-late-birth-registrations

### 2026-10-07: Malaysia's National Registration Department issues 14,000 MyPR cards

Malaysia's National Registration Department has issued 14,000 MyPR permanent resident cards through September 2026 as part of efforts to improve documentation service efficiency and security.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malaysias-national-registration-department-issues-14000-mypr-cards

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Cite as: Malaysia National Registration Department identity services. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/malaysia-national-registration-department-identity-services