10 Indians denied entry at Kuala Lumpur Airport despite visa-free policy
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Ten Indian nationals were recently denied entry into Malaysia at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), despite the country’s current visa-free entry provision for Indian passport holders.
The incident occurred during a seven-hour operation led by the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS), which focused on screening passengers from high-risk flights.
According to a report by MalayMail, the operation screened over 400 passengers at Terminal 1 of KLIA. A total of 99 foreign travellers were denied entry, including 80 from Bangladesh, 10 from India, and 9 from Pakistan.
Authorities confirmed that all of those blocked from entering the country were male.
In an official statement, Malaysian authorities explained, “They were denied as they failed to meet immigration checks, including having suspicious reasons for visiting and travel records.”
The individuals underwent additional documentation processes before being deported in accordance with existing legal protocols. The checks included background screening, verification of travel documents, and personal interviews.
The AKPS emphasised that such operations will continue to be carried out regularly to prevent the misuse of social visit passes and to curb human trafficking.
This development comes shortly after Malaysia extended its visa-free entry policy for Indian tourists until December 31, 2026.
Under this arrangement, Indian nationals can stay in Malaysia for up to 30 days without requiring a visa. The Malaysian government introduced this policy to boost tourism and stimulate economic growth by increasing tourist arrivals and spending.
Despite the relaxed entry rules, the authorities made it clear that all visitors must still pass standard immigration checks and provide legitimate reasons for their travel.