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Royal Malaysian Customs Department Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia جابتن كستم دراج مليسيا | |
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Abbreviation | RMC / JKDM |
Agency overview | |
Formed | 1931 |
Preceding agencies |
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Jurisdictional structure | |
National agency (Operations jurisdiction) | Malaysia |
Operations jurisdiction | Malaysia |
Legal jurisdiction | National |
Governing body | Government of Malaysia |
Specialist jurisdiction | |
Operational structure | |
Headquarters | Putrajaya, Malaysia |
Elected officers responsible | |
Agency executive |
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Parent agency | Ministry of Finance |
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The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (Abbr.; RMCD; Malay: Jabatan Kastam Diraja Malaysia – JKDM; Jawi: جابتن كستم دراج مليسيا); is a government department body under the Ministry of Finance. RMCD functions as the country's main indirect tax collector, facilitating trade and enforcing laws.
RMCD facilitates trade by making sure that all imported and exported goods follow national and international rules. This involves inspecting and clearing goods at various entry and exit points, such as ports and airports. The department also works to prevent smuggling and other illegal activities through strict enforcement measures.