PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian High Commission in Canberra says the relaxation of interstate and international travel restrictions caused the number of new applications or renewals for passports by Malaysians in Australia to increase exponentially, resulting in extended waiting times for appointments.
Second Secretary (Head of Chancery) Hoo Yip Soon said the sudden spike in applications placed immense pressure on the Immigration offices.
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