Here’s What Else You Need To Know About The New MyKad
The new MyKad begins its rollout today, with a new look, a QR code at the back, and the chip also moved to the back. We’ve covered most of the things you need to know about the new identification card, including the two aforementioned elements. But in case you needed more clarity on these, the […] The post Here’s What Else You Need To Know About The New MyKad appeared first on Lowyat.NET .
The updated MyKad officially began its distribution today, featuring a new appearance, a back-side QR code, and a relocated chip. These modifications have been explained by the National Registration Department (JPN). According to Muhammad Asraf Sukadi, JPN's Identification Card Division director, the QR code serves solely for enforcement purposes, allowing authorized agencies to confirm the MyKad holder's identity. However, the QR code cannot be scanned using a smartphone camera.
Concerning the chip, this dual-interface chip supports both conventional contact-based terminals and Near Field Communication (NFC). To utilize the MyKad with the chip, users simply need to insert their identity card with the chip facing up, as was previously the case when claiming benefits like the BUDI95 fuel subsidy or RM100 SARA cash aid. The primary change lies in the card's orientation when using the chip, with the chip now positioned on the back of the card instead of the front.
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