New MyKAD

My MyKAD was definitely showing it’s age. I got it back in 2004 if I was not mistaken. I never had the chance to update it. Anita had renewed hers.

When I wanted to renew my driving license at the Post Office, they had problem reading the chip. As a result, I had to make my way to the local JPJ Office to proceed which was across town.

Waiting area was comfortable A library was right opposite if you fancy a read ...Since the JPJ Office was right next to Pendaftaran, I thought I might as well get both sorted out. The place I went to was at Keramat Mall. And the place was really organised.

Yes, there was a wait but the flow was very clear and you knew exactly what you were waiting for. I got both the licence and the MyKAD sorted out in 3 hours with a quick break for lunch in between as they told me exactly what time to return to pick up my documents ...

The JPJ Office was located opposite the JPN, next to the libraryThe place was tall and airy, making it cool even without much air conditioningKudos to both Departments and it was certainly a breath of fresh air dealing with them ...

The Formalities

First things first, the most important document that I had to get after Ba's passing was his death certificate. I found out that the best place to get this sorted out quickly was the Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara's office near the Masjid Wilayah.

Parking was a nightmare and I ended up leaving the car by the roadside, making my way to the office complex on foot. Once there though, everything was smooth. All I needed was the burial permit, my Dad's MyKAD and a copy of my MyKAD. No form to fill and I was done within 15minutes.

The staffs were also very polite and they had a separate office for application of Death Certificate, away from the main queue.

I must commend the JPN for their effort. It certainly made the process that much easier especially during this trying times ...