STATUS OF MISSING MALAYSIAN CITIZEN IN JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA
STATUS OF MISSING MALAYSIAN CITIZEN IN JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, via the Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, confirms that a Malaysian citizen has been reported missing in Jeddah since 15 January 2026.
Since the report was received, the Consulate General has immediately undertaken a series of coordinated actions with local authorities and relevant parties, including deploying its officials to the King Abdul Aziz International Airport to conduct a search based on the individual’s last known location.
On 16 January 2026, the Consulate General facilitated the relevant Malaysian travel agency and its local partner in Jeddah in lodging a formal police report in accordance with Saudi Arabia’s regulatory requirements.
As of 17 January 2026, the Consulate General continues to engage with local authorities to expedite search efforts and in providing consular assistance to the next-of-kin, as well as remaining in constant contact with the relevant parties.
The Ministry, while stressing its commitment to ensure the welfare and safety of all Malaysian citizens abroad, wishes to emphasise that the specific details and developments pertaining to this case shall only be disclosed to the immediate family, in respect of the privacy of those involved.
In addition, this principle of non-disclosure to irrelevant parties is aimed at securing the best possible outcome of the ongoing investigation and, in particular, to prevent any misrepresentation against those involved.
Any Malaysians wishing to provide relevant information may contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at the details provided below:
CONSULAR DIVISION, MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
Phone numbers: +603-8887 4597/ +603-8887 4769/ +603-8887 4264 (office hours) /
+603 8887 4570 (after office hours)
E-mail: bkrm@kln.gov.my
PUTRAJAYA
17 January 2026