Q1.
How can I apply for National Identification Card Services?
For
passports and travel documents fill in the High Commission’s Form and the
Department of National Registration Form. Both forms are available as one pdf document.
Guidelines
on completing the forms and documents to submit are available on the forms
itself. Call the High Commission if you
have queries. Please note that your application may be delayed if forms are
incomplete. Q2.
What kind of photo do I have to submit?
You DO
NOT need to submit a photograph. Photos for the I.D. Card could be taken at the
High Commission during the application process. Q3.
How long would it take?
Normally
it takes 5 to 10 working days to issue your ID Card. Q4.
Can I use my National I.D. Card as identification while in Malaysia?
A valid
National I.D. Card can be used for identification when submitting for services
at the High Commission or getting visitor access to buildings.
However,
for various services from Malaysian authorities, such as Immigration and
banking matters you will be required to use your passport as identification.
Malaysian
Immigration rules require you to carry your passport at all times unless you
have a valid Malaysian Immigration issued identification such as an I-Kad or
Work Permit. If you are a student check with your college when you would be
issued your I-Kad. Q5.
What’s the use of getting my National I.D. Card renewed when Malaysian authorities require a Malaysian Immigration I.D. or Passport for identification?
It is
important because: - It is more convenient and
safe to use your National I.D. for various purposes such as identifying
yourself to gain visitor access to buildings.
- While you are in Malaysia, for various legal or banking matters in the Maldives you may need your I.D. Card. For instance, your registered address in the Maldives may need to be verified through your current I.D.
- You might need an interim photo identification document in case your passport is lost or damaged.
Q6.
How do I pay make payment?
You can pay ID Card service charges directly to the High Commission or to National Registration Department in Male’ through a contact person in Maldives. Q7.
How much do I have to pay and how do I pay the fees?
The Maldives National Registration Department Form specifies all the application fees, and fines where applicable.
You can pay I.D card service fees directly to the High Commission or to National Registration Department in Male’ through a contact person in Maldives. Just specify your choice on the application forms. Q8.
What if my I.D. Card is damaged?
If your I.D. Card is damaged, you can apply for a new one through the High Commission. Q9.
What if my I.D. is lost or stolen?
First, report the incident to the nearest Malaysian Police station. They will provide a police report of the incident.
Submit the police report and an application for a new I.D. Card through the High Commission.
A fine of between RF 100 and RF 200 may be imposed by the Maldives National Registration Department.
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