Thousands Cross Indonesia-Malaysia Border via Entikong Ahead of Eid

The Pos Lintas Batas Negara (PLBN) Entikong has shown a trend of increasing cross-border activity on H-3 ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriyah. Head of PLBN Entikong, Teguh Priyadi, revealed that on Wednesday (18 March 2026), the number of border crossers recorded reached 2,121 people. This increase coincides with the Nyepi and Lebaran 2026 holiday period, which is driving public mobility in the Indonesia-Malaysia border area. “The flow of crossings began to show an increase on H-3 of Lebaran. Today, we recorded 2,121 people crossing through PLBN Entikong,” said Teguh. Cumulatively, since the Pos Pelayanan Terpadu Idul Fitri 2026 began operating on Friday, 13 March 2026, until H-3 of Lebaran, PLBN Entikong has recorded a total of 9,568 border crossers. Of this number, 3,719 people were recorded via the departure route, while 5,849 via the arrival route. Teguh assessed that the existence of the Pos Pelayanan Terpadu Idul Fitri 2026 plays an important role in maintaining the smoothness and security of the crossing flow. He expressed appreciation for the cross-sectoral synergy that has been established during the integrated service period. “We appreciate the Pos Pelayanan Terpadu Idul Fitri 2026 at PLBN Entikong, which is running optimally in supervising and ensuring that the flow of cross-border homecoming runs safely and smoothly,” he said.