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Malaysia has officially moved towards a longer passport validity period with the introduction of a new 10-year Malaysian passport. This change follows the implementation of the Fees (Passports and Visas) (Amendment) Order 2026, which has now come into effect.

Travelling between Johor and Singapore is getting a small but meaningful upgrade. From 4 May 2026, Malaysia and Singapore will enhance their cross-border taxi arrangement, giving passengers more flexibility while still keeping the service within a regulated framework. The update follows coordination between Singapore's Ministry of Transport, Malaysia's Ministry of Transport, Singapore's Land Transport Authority, and Malaysia's Land Public Transport Agency, APAD.

Chinese New Year 2026 lands right in the middle of a very Malaysian calendar moment, where cultures, travel plans, and public holidays all bump into each other in the most predictable way possible: everyone wants to be somewhere else at the same time. For 2026, Chinese New Year falls on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, followed by the second day on Wednesday, 18 February 2026.

Touch 'n Go eWallet (TnG) has just launched something exciting for travellers — the new Visa Travel Card, designed specifically for Malaysians who love exploring the world. With perks like up to 3% cashback, zero foreign exchange markup, and one free overseas ATM withdrawal every month, it's clear that TnG wants to make international spending more rewarding and hassle-free.

If you've been renewing your driving license or planning to drive overseas, here's some good news. The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has just unveiled a brand-new design for the Malaysian Driving License (LLM), and it's not just a pretty facelift — it's also packed with advanced security upgrades.