Fake immigration stamps racket netted RM15,000 monthly, police reveal

Police have dismantled a document forgery operation that was generating approximately RM15,000 per month by selling counterfeit immigration safety stamps to unsuspecting customers.

The syndicate charged between RM70 and RM100 for each fraudulent stamp, promoting the illegal services through messaging platform WhatsApp to reach potential buyers across the region. The operation exploited the demand for immigration documentation, offering quick alternatives to legitimate channels.

Investigations revealed the scope of the racket extended beyond simple stamp replication, suggesting a more sophisticated network involved in document fraud. Authorities have launched efforts to trace the full extent of the operation and identify all individuals connected to the syndicate.

The case underscores ongoing concerns about immigration-related document fraud in Malaysia, where forged stamps and permits have been used to facilitate illegal entry, employment violations, and other immigration offences. Immigration officials have urged the public to obtain legitimate documentation only through official channels and to report suspicious offers of expedited or discounted services to authorities.