Immigration Dept: Report special pass irregularities directly to us or MACC

The Immigration Department (JIM) has emphasized the importance of individuals reporting any irregularities in the issuance of Special Passes involving their officers in Kuala Lumpur to either the department itself or the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Director-General Datuk Zakaria Shaaban stated that submitting information directly to the authorities is vital for maintaining confidentiality and preserving the integrity of potential evidence.

He cautioned that disclosing such information publicly could prompt the individuals involved to cease their unlawful activities, alter their methods, or destroy evidence, which would impede investigations and enforcement actions.

Zakaria welcomed any reports of misconduct by JIM officers and assured that all such reports would be thoroughly reviewed and referred for appropriate action under existing laws and regulations. He emphasized that the department takes these allegations seriously and will not tolerate misconduct, abuse of power, or breaches of integrity by its officers, regardless of their rank or position.

To date, 849 immigration officers have faced disciplinary action from 2023 to October 2023, with 73 being dismissed. In the first ten months of this year alone, 96 officers faced disciplinary action, including 18 dismissals. Zakaria highlighted the department's unwavering commitment to taking action against officers found guilty of disciplinary offenses.

JIM remains dedicated to enhancing integrity, procedural compliance, and internal controls to ensure that all services are delivered transparently and in accordance with the law.