PETALING JAYA: A total of 41 Immigration Department officers have been subjected to disciplinary action over the past four years in connection with the "flying passport" scandal, with 20 dismissed from service. "As such, the department has taken and is continuing to take follow-up action in accordance with existing laws, public service regulations and disciplinary mechanisms. "Between 2022 and 2025, a total of 41 officers were subjected to disciplinary action after being found involved in cases related to flying passports. "Of that number, 20 officers were dismissed from service after being found guilty of the offences. Zakaria added that the department would thoroughly examine and deal with every case referred by the EAIC without exception.

Source: The Star January 22, 2026 02:35 UTC