New-generation MyKad drops Touch ’n Go feature, focuses on security, says NRD
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 — The new-generation MyKad, which started being issued yesterday, no longer comes with the T...
The new-generation MyKad, introduced on September 18, no longer includes the Touch 'n Go feature, according to the National Registration Department (NRD). However, users can still access the Touch 'n Go service via the Touch 'n Go eWallet or a standalone Touch 'n Go card. The NRD emphasized that the new MyKad remains the country's official identification document, with a focus on security and technological improvements.
The card boasts 53 security features, such as a Dynamic Security Hologram, a transparent window, an Enforcement QR Code, and a Dual-Function Interface Chip. These features aim to strengthen protection against forgery and misuse, enhance identity verification, and improve the overall durability of the card. The transparent window, in particular, is designed to deter counterfeiters, while the QR code aids in verification and enforcement.
The Dynamic Security Hologram displays a three-dimensional image that shifts with the angle and light, and the UV feature reveals security elements only visible under ultraviolet light. Additionally, the polycarbonate layer provides resistance to heat and chemicals, enhancing the card's longevity. MyKad applications can be submitted at 40 NRD branches with printing facilities, where the cards are issued on the same day.
For branches lacking printing facilities, applications can still be made, with the new MyKad ready within five working days.
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