Malaysian authorities denied entry to 10 Indian nationals at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on Friday, despite Malaysia’s visa-free policy for Indian passport holders, extended until December 31, 2026. The group was among 99 foreign travelers, including 80 Bangladeshis and 9 Pakistanis, blocked during a seven-hour security operation targeting high-risk flights at KLIA’s Terminal 1, according to MalayMail.

The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) screened over 400 passengers, citing “suspicious reasons for visiting and travel records” as reasons for denying entry to the 99 men. The AKPS conducted background checks, travel document verifications, and individual interviews before deporting them to their countries of origin under legal procedures. The agency emphasized that such operations aim to prevent misuse of social visit passes and curb human trafficking.

Malaysia’s visa-free facility allows Indian tourists a 30-day stay to boost tourism and economic growth. However, the recent deportations highlight stringent immigration enforcement, raising questions about the balance between welcoming visitors and maintaining border security.

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