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SINGAPORE: All foreigners entering Malaysia must fill in immigration embarkation cards starting Friday. This includes Singaporeans who are entering Malaysia via the Causeway and Second Link.
The move is applicable to all entry points into the country after the cards are re-introduced as part of enhanced security measures.
The Malaysian government did away with the process on January 20, but has re-instated it.
Most travellers at the Causeway were caught by surprise.
"They should have told us before hand, so that we are more prepared," said one motorist.
Another agreed: "I only found out this morning, before I left the house. I think it's a little inconvenient because previously... I could just walk through without the hassle of filling up the form."
Customs officials have stationed an additional 23 staff at the Causeway to help distribute the cards. But it remains to be seen if the new ruling will significantly slow down traffic.
A new version of the card is expected by mid-September, which will include a requirement for visitors to clearly state their address while in Malaysia. - CNA/vm
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