Using a QR code to cross the Causeway 

There’s no shortage of ways to get from Singapore to JB – you can hop on the KTM shuttle, take a bus, or drive up for a supper run. And with Malaysia’s e-gate system already speeding things up, the journey has only gotten smoother.

But here’s the latest lobang for regular JB-goers: you can now use a QR code to breeze through immigration at Woodlands and Tuas Checkpoints. No need to fumble with your passport at automated or special assistance lanes, just scan and go. Here’s how it works, and everything you need to know:

Who can use the QR code service? 

As long as you’re crossing the border by car, motorcycle, lorry, or bus, you can use the QR code generated from the MyICA mobile app instead of handing over your passport. This service is available to Singapore citizens, PRs, long-term pass holders, and even foreign visitors.

That said, there are a few exceptions. You won’t be able to use the QR code if:

• It’s your first time entering Singapore
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