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New Physical Driving Licence Unveiled, With Limits on Who Qualifies

by Shivashangkari Chandran
May 28, 2025
Image Source: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Malaysia FB

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The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has launched a new physical version of the Malaysian driving license card as part of its wider initiative to modernise licencing systems in the country. However, this latest upgrade isn’t for all drivers. Here’s why: 

Limited Access: Who’s Eligible?

While the new card has official rolled out starting 21st May 2025, only two groups of people are eligible to get the card.

  • Malaysian citizens who are traveling abroad and required a physical driving license for international use.
  • Non-Citizens residing in Malaysia who are renewing their Malaysian driving license.

All other license renewals will continue to be processed digitally via the MyJPJ app without a physical card being issued. JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli explained the decision is based on the fact that not all countries accept digital licensing. Singapore does accept it but others haven’t. So for the Malaysians, travelling abroad, a physical license along with an International Driving Permit (IDP) is still necessary. And to obtain the physical card, travelers MUST present proof of travel such as flight tickets.

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Image Source: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Malaysia FB
New Design, Enhanced Security

The new card isn’t just a cosmetic update, it comes equipped with improved security features to combat forgery. It is also designed to be more durable with an expected lifespan up to 10 years.

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Image Source: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Malaysia FB

The front design of the card showcases the iconic Sultan Abdul Samad Building, adorned with abstract wave patterns. And the back design features the Istana Negara set against floral abstract motifs.

The card will be distributed in phases at selected JPJ branches, if any Malaysians get it.

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What’s the purpose of the new launch?

JPJs move to introduce the new card is part of a broader strategy to tighten and improve Malaysia’s licensing system, which includes. Upgrading application procedures for new driving schools, promoting the use of eTesting systems and digitalised test centres, and strengthening enforcement across the country’s 248 licensed driving institute.

In a recent inspection operation in Johor, JPJ found 80 violation across just two driving schools. These included instructors handling too many students at once, training without supervision, and even smoking during lessons.

Sources: SAYS

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