Traveller Denied Entry in South Korea because of New Passport?

Hazwani Amira, a Malaysian traveller, encountered a distressing setback during her eagerly anticipated trip to South Korea. Upon arrival at Incheon Airport, she was denied entry due to her freshly renewed passport lacking Malaysian immigration stamps and her omission of the old passport.

Distressed Traveller

Hazwani documented her ordeal on TikTok, explaining how the immigration officer raised concerns about the absence of previous travel history in her new passport. Her attempts to contact the Malaysian embassy for assistance were futile, as she was instructed to board the next available flight back home. Hazwani’s video has gone viral, amassing views, shares, and comments, with travelers sharing their experiences and advice.