False message on Pahang identity card code change: NRD

A false message on a change in the Pahang birth code for identity card has been circulating via WhatsApp recently, says the National Registration Department (NRD).

In a statement today, NRD stressed that to date, there was no change to the birth codes for Pahang which were 06, 32 and 33.

Therefore, the department reminded the people to be cautious and not believe such announcement.

NRD also said such important information involving individual identification should not be a subject of prank as it could cause confusion among the people.

The people can visit NRD's website at www.jpn.gov.my to check on the various state birth codes in Malaysia.

According to the statement, the public can obtain further information on NRD by contacting its customer service centre at 03-88807077 or email to pro@jpn.gov.my.