Kuala Lumpur Immigration Department records 845 charges against 801 foreign nationals for immigration offences from January to June.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur Immigration Department recorded 845 charges involving 801 foreign nationals for various immigration offences between January and June 30 this year.
Its director, Hamsha Injau, said that of the total, offences under Section 15(4) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 for overstaying accounted for the highest number, with 556 charges.
He said that as of June 30, the department had also collected RM10.04 million in compounds for various offences under the Immigration Act.
“We wish to stress that enforcement action will continue without compromise against anyone who violates immigration laws, including employers, premises owners and individuals who harbour or employ illegal immigrants,” he said.
He said this at a press conference at the Home Ministry (KDN) Complex here today.
Hamsha also urged all undocumented migrants to take advantage of the ongoing Migrant Repatriation Programme (PRM) 2.0 until May 31, 2027.
He also urged the public to comply with the law and report any immigration-related offences through the department’s official channels.
