JPN denies viral claims of MyKad address enforcement campaign
The Malaysian National Registration Department (JPN) has clarified that it is not conducting a special campaign to force citizens to update their residential addresses on their MyKad. The department urged the public to ignore viral misinformation regarding fines and legal action, noting that address updates are a standard, ongoing responsibility for cardholders.
Why it matters
This correction helps prevent public panic and confusion caused by viral misinformation regarding government administrative procedures.
PUTRAJAYA, July 23 — The National Registration Department (JPN) is not conducting any special campaign or operations to require the public to update their residential address on their MyKad, nor to take action against those who have yet to do so.
“The responsibility of ensuring that information on the MyKad remains accurate and up-to-date lies with each cardholder.
“If there is a change to a new and permanent residential address, cardholders are encouraged to visit JPN to update that information,” the department clarified in a social media post today, adding that the fee for replacing a MyKad is RM10.
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