Malaysia to trial new immigration system at land checkpoints and airports starting 22 September 2025

The pilot phase will run until 28 February 2026, beginning at the Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB) and Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI) in Johor before expanding in stages.

Malaysia’s Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) has announced that the National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) will be trialled at selected entry points starting 22 September 2025. The pilot phase will run until 28 February 2026, beginning at the Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB) and Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI) in Johor before expanding in stages to five major international airports: KLIA Terminal 1, KLIA Terminal 2, Penang (Bayan Lepas), Kuching (Sarawak), and Kota Kinabalu (Sabah).

During this period, the existing QR Code system and MyBorderPass app will continue to operate for immigration admission and clearance. At the same time, travellers including foreign visitors are encouraged to try the new MyNIISe mobile application, available on the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Huawei App Gallery, at checkpoints activated for the trial.

Importantly, a valid passport or travel document will still be required for immigration clearance, in line with the Immigration Act 1959/63.

According to KDN, the system piloting has been accelerated to September 2025 from its original March 2026 rollout schedule. Once the trial period concludes, NIISe will replace the current QR Code system entirely. The aim is to improve efficiency of the automated security check systems.

The ministry affirmed its commitment to strengthening border control to ensure national security, smoother travel, and greater convenience for the public.

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