Government Communications Office

RM-M10 · Reforms

Chip-embedded passports introduced

DeliveredChecked 28 Apr 2025Level 1 of 4: Reported by the ministry

Progress

Stage 3 of 3: Standard for all applicants

Rolled out on 28 April 2025, meeting international travel document standards.

175 security features, up from 32 (2026 Budget, para 367)

  1. Announced

    Stage 1 of 3
  2. First passports issued

    Stage 2 of 3
  3. Standard for all applicants

    Stage 3 of 3

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