Every Malaysian citizen aged 12 years must register his/her Identity Card via
An Identity Card (or MyKad) is a Malaysian citizen’s identity document that contains personal data about him or her.
The obligation to register an identity card for someone who has reached the age of 12 is subject to Malaysian law:
According to Regulation 3 of the National Registration Regulations 1990 (Amendment 2007) every child who has reached the age of 12 and is a citizen must register to obtain a National Identity Card.
What is MyKad 12 year?
My12 or MyKad 12 means that children who have reached the age of 12 MUST register to get a Resident Identity Card for the first time.
MyKad is a smart identity card for Malaysian citizens introduced by the National Registration Department (JPN).
Equipped with a chip that stores the owner’s personal information and can be used for various applications.
MYKAD FEATURES
12 Year Identity Card Application Requirements
Someone who meets the conditions below can register their identity card:
- Applicants must be 12 years old but not yet 16 years old.
- Applicants must be present with the Organizer
2.1. Mother or Father; or
2.2. Guardian (Guardian is a grandfather, grandmother or aunt or uncle or sister or brother who is over 21 years old). - Applicants must submit an application within 30 days from the date they turn 12 years old. Otherwise, processing fees will be charged.
- If the organizer is other than the group above, it is necessary to submit a legal certificate and must be accompanied by a certificate of management from the Department of Social Welfare (JKM).
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Required Supporting Documents
For verification purposes, individuals wishing to register an identity card must bring the following documents:
- APPLICANT DOCUMENTS (ORIGINAL)
1.1. Birth Certificate or Adoption Certificate or Citizenship Certificate or Letter of Confirmation of Citizenship Status or Citizenship Form or Attachment A (JAKOA).
1.2. Passport for applicants domiciled abroad. - ORGANIZATION DOCUMENTS (ORIGINAL)
2.1. Organizer’s Identity Card (Mother or Father or Guardian)
2.2. Caregivers who are not related need to submit a statutory certificate and must bring a care applicant certificate from the Department of Social Welfare (JKM).
2.3. Organizer’s country of origin passport for Non-Citizens. - SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
3.1 If the address does not match the organizer’s address, then you must submit the electricity bill/water bill/sewage bill/utility bill/door tax/assessment tax/income tax assessment form/house sale agreement/house rental agreement or receipt/supporting documents from the Penghulu/Village Head/Tuai Rumah/Assembly Member/Parliamentary Member/Employer/Armed Forces of Malaysia (ATM) or other similar documents. (ORIGINAL OR CERTIFIED COPY)
Registration fee
Applicants must submit an application within 30 days from the date they turn 12 years old. Otherwise, processing fees will be charged.
| Age | Registration Fee (RM) | Process Cost (RM) | Payment Amount (RM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 years to 12 years 30 days | – | – | – |
| 12 years 30 days to 13 years | – | 10.00 | 10.00 |
| 13 years 1 day to 14 years | – | 10.00 | 10.00 |
| 14 years 1 day to 15 years | – | 10.00 | 10.00 |
| 15 years 1 day to 16 years | – | 10.00 | 10.00 |
12 Year Identity Card Application Procedure
Applicants must come to the NRD Counter with the Organizer and bring the original documents that need to be submitted.
However, for those who first made an KTP when they were 12 years old, applying for this KTP can also be done online, saving more time.
Please see the following infographic for a guide to applying for a 12 year old KTP for the first time:
Further information
If you have any questions or queries, please do an inquiry
Website: e-Question (SISPAA JPN)
or please contact:
Customer Service Officer
Tel: 03-80008000
Fax : 03-88808288
Email (@jpn.gov.my)
Facebook : Department of National Registration, Malaysia
Website:
MyKad 12 Year FAQ
Applicants must:
Fully 12 years old but not yet 16 years old
Malaysian citizen
Yes, applicants must present with:
Mom or dad, or
Legal guardian (grandparent, mother/uncle, or sibling aged 21 years or over)
If the guardian does not fall into this category, then you need to bring:
Statutory statement
Care confirmation letter from the Department of Social Welfare (JKM)
Applications must be made in:
30 days from the date of turning 12 years old
If late, a processing fee will be charged.
There is no fee if you register within the first 30 days
RM10 is charged if the application is made after this period (up to 16 years of age)
Yes, applications can be started online:
– Register/login via the MyGovernment portal (visit jpn.gov.my)
– Read and agree to the terms
– Complete the form and submit the application
– Print the application slip and take it to the JPN counter
MyKad is very important because:
– Used for school matters and exams
– Required in banking and financial matters
– Used for passport processing and other official matters
– Contains important multi-function chips
If you do not apply within the specified time period:
– You risk being fined
– Fines depend on the length of the delay
1. Register/login My Government
2. Read the terms and click agree
3. Fill in the application form
4. Send the application & print the slip
5. Be present at the JPN counter for the next process
MyKad is an official identification document that is important for future use and various official matters as a Malaysian citizen.
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