World's Busiest Land Crossing: Inside Singapore Woodlands Checkpoint - Part 1/2

[@jibrasome3489]

Another class act by CNA. A very good documentary! Also, mad respect to ICA for being a world class immigration agency. #Hometeam

[@xijinpig7978]

I was selected for President Scholarship right after my A levels But the contract demands me to sign a 6 years contract with ICA upon returning from Harvard University The starting rank for me was Checkpoint Commander and salary 8,889

[@shrqcl4735]

Yes i agree, other than the fake horn noises documentary is great to watch

[@taehyungfamily]

@@xijinpig7978 DO IT salary looks great and itll be honestly an amzing experience i think

[@No-bi3pb]

nope they did a horrendous job with the constant non stop honking.. makes them a less reliable news source

[@Geethepancake]

@@shrqcl4735yea we don’t honk as much as other countries

[@gamerfong2261]

this Sgt Syamil is by far the most professional officer i ever seen. can even maintain his calm composure despite the rude traveller

[@angeltee5645]

Well trained as usual spore always ensure good training kudos

[@Dracsh]

Most important is that he is handsome

[@shijou2867]

What 😂 ​@@Dracsh

[@we.got.everythingcreditg]

@@Dracsh😅😂

[@Geethepancake]

I agree he quite handsome 😂😂

[@quqai]

as malaysian who travelled singapore everyday, i would like to say thank you to ICAs’ officers who very dedicated your job to maintain and take care of your border everyday.. this is good documentary to see through inside the whole operation in ICAs’ .. Good Job

[@ShadowRap-y5l]

Msia side how 😂😂😂

[@wonderfulfable]

@@ShadowRap-y5l Then you go over to Malaysian side and make documentary lah XD XD XD

[@ShadowRap-y5l]

@@wonderfulfable Some ppl don’t know what is sarcasm 😛

[@timngim583]

@@ShadowRap-y5lSome people don’t see when its time not to be sarcastic

[@sentou2353]

@@ShadowRap-y5land that’s literally not the point of the main comment or this documentary. I’m singaporean and it makes me feel glad that ICA officers are appreciated & credited for their work

[@arcencielc2065]

Thank you to all the people who keep our border safe. Proud of you. Keep up the good work!

[@jessicaregina1956]

Smugglers: curse all the people who keep the border safe!

[@Epibatidine]

Respect to our ICA officers for your dedication in keeping our borders safe!

[@qimuchiha1921]

Not only ICA but AETOS , custom & SPF there also

[@upindersingh5958]

Great episode, CNA! I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the ICA officers for their unwavering dedication and hard work. Your commitment to maintaining our nation's security, even in challenging situations, is deeply admirable. Every day, you stand as the frontline guardians of our borders, ensuring the safety and efficiency of entry and exit for countless travelers and keeping us safe. Thank you for all that you do !

[@smileysmilingqueen]

It's great that this documentary is made so that we can express our thanks to the ica officers who guard our borders tirelessly 24/7. THANK YOU ICA OFFICERS! Being the gatekeeper of a country is a tough job. Every ripple creates an effect. Let 1 'wrong' person in and all hell can break loose. Better to be overly strict and cautious than the opposite. Just ignore the naysayers and continue to do the great work. Sending lots of love ❤❤❤

[@jessicaregina1956]

Hello ica can u all sick or not!

[@lawrenceT1976]

Stepping inside the Woodlands Checkpoint is like entering a bustling beehive! It's incredible to see how efficiently the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) manages the flow of hundreds of thousands of travelers and tons of cargo daily. The dedication and vigilance of the officers, working around the clock to ensure smooth and secure crossings, are truly commendable. A testament to Singapore's commitment to seamless connectivity and security!

[@lyrradw4438]

Excellent documentary by CNA. I would also like to express my thanks to all the ICA officers taking care of our checkpoints. Their hard work is much appreciated.

[@SShiJie]

You know I really love these documentaries of Behind-the-Scenes happening in Singapore. I just feel so proud of our men and women keeping our borders safe. As well as the countless others who maintain the systems and grounds of these places

[@95Gred]

These are the guys who work day and night to not only protect our borders but to also protect our society,build up of families, from being damaged by illegal drugs and contraband items. They could easily take a bribe like how some officers do in other countries. But our officers chose honesty and showed their utmost passion and dedication to their jobs. Thank you for your service.

[@gemiado]

Best documentary of the year! I travel through woodland checkpoint often. Full respect to all ICA officers.

[@aurelious92]

I saw the FRT abang at the train checkpoint heading back home from JB. Was during the long weekend and this abang handled the crowd really well especially with his loud stern voice 👏🏽👏🏽

[@lemonhead2205]

Wow so much problems, and this is just a random day that CNA decided to record this documentary. Can't imagine this for every other day man, props to our ICA officers and staffs👍🏼👍🏼

[@LittlePanda888]

This is not a random day. It is a long weekend (national day), so its probably specially chosen as traffic is ezpected to be heavy. But yes, surely there are many other worse periods, such as CNY, Hari raya, and the school holidays.

[@Trinetra3382]

respect to all ICA officers. and kudos to CNA for another great series. 2 episodes is too few!

[@shubus]

A very amazing high profile professional operation. Singapore should be proud.

[@neil_nicholas]

Thank you CNA Insider for this eye opener of what our border land crossing is like. Also a huge thank you and mad respect to all these ICA officers that keep our country safe, help with human, vehicles madness and deter ban substance from coming in.

[@KevinNg-it2vg]

Thank you for keeping our borders safe and protected!!

[@homestationpalangkaraya2113]

I was travelling back and forth from Johor Bahru to Singapore. As Indonesian, the immigration clearance was pretty quick and smooth, except the first day which took 4 hours queuing in Woodlands due to friday night 😭 The officers were friendly and helpful. Great job ICA!

[@3tinq]

it's trending #7 now! wow! i watched it on TV already but didn't expect so many people are lovin it! really enjoyed these two episodes and it was definitely eye-opening, really put things into perspectives. thank you for keeping our border safe!! 👍

[@johnchua9387]

Well done, ICA. Proud of you guys. A heartfelt thank you for your dedication in keeping Singapore border safe.

[@kiyolucy125]

Thank you CNA Insider for this documentation ❤

[@FelonMusk2021]

Thank you ica officers for your service❤

[@APIZAPPROVE.]

The Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) treats Malaysian with kindness and respect showing great humility. In contrast, the Malaysian checkpoint often treats Singaporean poorly, almost like animal. Singapore ICA refers to Malaysian as "travelers," a term of respect that avoids shaming or exposing their nationality. On the other hand, at the Malaysian checkpoint, they label everyone entering as "Singaporean" even if they are not Singaporean seemingly to expose or shame Singapore country. This behavior reflects animosity towards Singapore. I deeply admire Singapore for treating everyone with such respect and dignity. It truly highlights the difference in attitudes between a 1st world country and a 3rd world country.

[@HenryDrake-h5m]

I believe Malaysia has lost that third world status in the 1990s. It has since been classified as an industrializing nation.

[@huzaifahibrahim4908]

Lols whats wrong with calling out Singaporean? Dont you proud of your nationality or what? 😂even we ourselves when travel to other countries dont mind called out as Malaysians. U r saying Malaysian reflect animosity when dealing with Singaporeans, well thats purely bcoz of how the citizens act when they come to the Malaysia. Entitled feeling, countless of stealing subsidized our Ron 95, driving like crazy maniac on the road, disrespecting on the local law and authority, and not to mention u guys always want to be treated like a VVIP juz bcoz of ur currency 💵💲 rate?😂 Should I list again? Yes I would say there is quite a handful of Malaysian offenders as well in Singapore, but whenever we go, Malaysians always try to act humble and respect the local authority and rules. Unlike u guys Singaporean with ur "kiasu" attitude. We Malaysian been taught with the saying "Di mana bumi dipijak, di situ langit dijunjung" = where the feet touches the ground, there the sky is held up. In other words, no matter where u go in the world, always respect the local customs and cultures.

[@toffeequeen]

Pls, we can praise our ICA without stepping down on Msia customs. As a Singaporean myself, I have seen how SG ppl act all yaya papaya, or act cheap (Ron95, rmb?). No need this “Us VS Them” thinking, thank you.

[@sovereign2896]

Tribalist mentality

[@TheTompinai]

You can praise someone without looking down at others, though. Both parties have huge responsibilities and tasks to handle.

[@PRSer]

Shout out to Aetos and Cisco officers that work at the Checkpoints too. You all are also greatly appreciated 🙏

[@jessicaregina1956]

All only every day zuo bo lan!

[@ThatRobloxAnimator]

Its always a good day when CNA posts 🎉

[@wenzhou4438]

Grateful for the hard work of these officers day in n out! Thank you for keeping us safe!

[@jediofswtor5738]

I hope this becomes a series. I love shows like these around the world that show what customs officers do. The UK and the US for example. Have a lot of respect for them. Greetings from the USA!🇺🇸

[@audreygiamlayhoon]

We have fantastic immigration officers. Thank you for being so dutiful and professional.

[@FYR_YT]

Hi and thank you CNA for showing us the behind the scenes of checkpoint and making me and sg proud! Tmr is the last day in Pri sch dis year and I hope my teacher will show this video!

[@CHANJC9687]

Kudos to every ICA officers as they are highly professional and seemed dedicated to their duty. Very competent and efficient at the same time. A stark contrast compared to Malaysia counterpart.

[@adriansamuelhernandezespir6785]

wah leave me in suspense siaaa, what an amazing documentary

[@AtomSquashAcademySingapore]

Great documentary by CNA again!! Salute 🫡 to our men and women in blue of ica for keeping our borders safe !

[@ahfxl]

Thank you very much for the hard work, ICA officers of our checkpoints.

[@saikoloji]

Amazing job by the boys and girls of ICA! Keep going. Thank you for your service

[@jessicaregina1956]

All smugglers: curse u for your service

[@haniffahasan8701]

Really awesome work you guys are doing. So so proud to have such an amazing team safeguarding our borders!

[@Timholle]

Gives a glimpse on the sheer number of Malaysians here in Singapore. Kudos to our ICA officers for doing the most work as compared to the neighboring side

[@timngim583]

All the Economic Migrants

[@henry268h4]

Now I completly understand the jams and why the bus lane could be be use at all time. Thank you ICA for making our country a safe one too 👍👍👍

[@jamielim5059]

What’s with the honking as if the jam is gonna move faster! RESPECT to our ICA SG Officers for your professional dedication 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Mustang85635]

It’s always Malaysians, peasants 😅

[@ahberjennlee]

Thank you for keeping our sensitive borders safe 👍🏻

[@jessicaregina1956]

Should open borders!

[@angelalimyh8824]

thankyou ica officers! for keeping our homeland safe❤

[@Wnk23]

So proud of himself 44:55

[@reeeyou]

Yea i hate ppl like this behaving without decorum. Using profanities like drinking water, “this is my language” lmao. I also speak in 3 mandarin dialects, it’s also my and my parents language but i dont go around cussing in every sentence. It’s not secondary school anymore jesus christ.

[@rmn4]

As someone who does take occasional trips to JB, thank you very much for maintaining a smooth, yet secure, border with our northern neighbours, ICA. Kudos!

[@luiyuqi7041]

No wonder Yeo’s Lychee soy drink got sold out at all 7-11!! I was searching for so long cause it’s very nice and refreshing

[@TWICEMoHyo]

Wonderful documentary, thank you so much CNA! Also, kudos to all the ICA officers and staff for keeping Singapore safe!

[@Icemilktea411]

Thank you for keeping our border safe!!!❤❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@simplyme3306]

CNA Insider, you've done it again! Great job and kudos to the officers working at the busiest checkpoint!

[@Solarpanel4337]

Thank you to everyone who help keep our borders safe!! Mad props to you guys 😢

[@lfc1981]

big salute to all teams and officers of checkpoints, police, patrols, coast etc....its "simple" but not so simple. back breaking job!

[@gordonngwf]

Outstanding work CNA, and ICA. Thank you for your service.

[@dedhi100]

A very good documentary. It is really a demanding job and requires strong mental fortitude. Kudos to ICA for keeping the border safe.

[@journalaway4753]

thank you for protecting our borders!

[@sentou2353]

Off topic but Syamil is a handsome guy

[@zaki-pq1ps]

are u gay??

[@ownthegame3]

a great documentary! we take the smooth and safe operations for granted. i am always amazed the checkpoint can manage as well as our neighbours if not better given the limited phy space and manpower we have.

[@nwt3227]

I’m addicted to this, it's very interesting have watched both parts for 3 times within 2 days.wish there were more than 2 parts but understand that ICA might not allow to expose too much of what goes on inside Woodlands checkpoint.

[@iskandarahmad6646]

TQ guys for keeping our borders safe!

[@jessicaregina1956]

Dont keep them safe! Open borders every day!

[@JaceTan-90]

This video should be shown to all newbies who wants to cross from Singapore to Malaysia and back for any entertainment related activities. Helps everyone to make sure we all that use it all the time can get through safely without any hiccups at all!

[@gz3540]

39:02 Karen really make their lifes more difficult

[@audreygiamlayhoon]

Ugly behaviour indeed

[@fedodedo]

end up had a case IO.

[@crashburn6267]

typical SG Ah Beng.. good that it is only minority now in Singapore.

[@touchygrassy]

HAHAHA it was on the news

[@aisinGioroPon]

Womp womp typical chinese

[@TeoJunHao]

Our Singapore version of "Borders Security", thanks CNA and ICA for giving us an insights

[@unclesin96]

Thank you to all ICA officers 🙏🏼 Hope for more CNA videos like this to pay a tribute and thanks to all the people working behind the scene in contributing to Singapore. Thank you.

[@dsvdsv1767]

Big salute to all ICA staffs. Well done and thank you!

[@firdora]

Great content!! Really great for us to know how they operate and does their job so that we won't kept on complaining

[@MultiWorld2000]

Woodlands Checkpoint and Johor Bahru (JB) Checkpoint are among the busiest land checkpoints in the world and deserve a spot in the Guinness World Records. Nobody can deny how close our relationship is with our northern neighbour.

[@blueshirt26]

tbh Singapore is unofficially an extension of Malaysia.

[@mohdhidayat6311]

Thank you to all officers of ICA. 😊

[@Nwhproductions]

Really cool to see what goes on behind the scenes. Great work CNA.

[@DanialYT]

This is the best documentary i've ever seen. kudos!

[@Charmaine296]

I wish to see an episode of aviation security officer at Changi Airport as it get really busy for security officers !

[@johnchua9387]

I think they already did one last year or year before. "Inside Changi Airport".

[@Charmaine296]

@ I want to see the 2024 version

[@patt5085]

Border crossing is a stressful experience for everyone involve and I commend all officers that have patience more than they should (most of the time)

[@gohshuifa]

I would recommend Malaysians crossing the border to watch this. It would be good to let them know what is going on.

[@ikywTROUBLE]

kudos to all ICA staff!!! extremely overlooked job but so important for the safety of SG and all travellers!!

[@Ace-bm3ys]

Good job ICA Officers! Thank you for making Singapore as safe as possible as well thru the customs. 🙏

[@haneyman1177]

Great documentary! Well done CNA for never failed to produce us a beneficial programme

[@mxgirl918]

This is just the SG side. Wait till you go to the other side. That's the REAL chaos. 🤣 When you go back and forth regularly between SG/MY you don't even think too much about it, let alone think about just how these folks at ICA keep the busiest international border crossing in the world running. This documentary really puts it all into perspective. They may look a bit cranky sometimes (I mean who wouldn't be, having to do what they do??) but they are efficient and smooth and get the job done.

[@Mustang85635]

You notice the quality of the country instantly when you cross into Malaysia. From first world to third world 😂

[@noorulhasan4904]

​@@Mustang85635its to keep the whiny one out

[@timngim583]

Nah Malaysia is better. Less detention not so much wayang

[@jasonyeo159]

​@@Mustang85635 First-world country, but its citizens steal another country's subsidised petrol.

[@Mustang85635]

@@timngim583 less detention? That’s why it’s crime ridden

[@heishoi]

Respect and salute ICA officers who keep Singapore safe . Thank you 🙏 * * NO STANDING * * on down riding Stairway / Staircase * * Risks of crowd falling if somebody pushes from behind . Take note

[@GTG741-88]

I'll be more curious to see coverage on the Malaysia custom side. See the speed of the officer chopping the passport and how many officer relaxing one corner

[@jessicaregina1956]

Hahahhahaaha u sua gu, malaysia now mostly e-gates for Singaporeans. U only need go counter if u foreign passport

[@jessicaregina1956]

Sua gu! Hahahahahhahahahahaaha

[@jessicaregina1956]

Hahahahahahahhaahahha why u dont like to be call a sua gu?

[@jessicaregina1956]

SUAAAAAAA GU!!!!!!!! 🤣

[@jessicaregina1956]

SUA GU SUA GU SUA GU

[@lkkok5378]

Thank You So much, men & women in blue, protecting our borders! Bless Each of You!!! 🙌🏻💪🏻🙌🏻

[@o-kan1811]

Woww..very impressive documentary, CNA. I did go to Malaysia by bus during eve of PH & the crowd really really worst 😢 i actually wondering how ICA manage to detect those smugging case, I thought it just a random check & lucky to found smuggling items 😂😂😂 . Now I know how they detected it 😂 kudos to all ICA staffs who work non stop to make sure everything okay ❤

[@boboto1761]

thats the time when people said its boring to live in Singapore but after changi prison series from CNA and this. This is cool and amazing even for a foreigner living in Singapore to watch this

[@johanibrahim4622]

Good job, guys. Thank you for your efficiency and flexibility in working attitude.

[@danceoffAsh]

Mad respect to these officers. I do hope things will be easy once the RTS is complete.

[@MosesGTC]

Thank you for keeping Singapore safe!

[@3bsd69bhmdfawp9]

I used to live and work in S'pore back in early 90s till mid 90s. Back to my homeland after that. Back then S'pore was the Best country to live and work in the World. After almost 40 years, Spore is still the Best country in the World according to different travellers and different travel & tours websites from every corners of the World.

[@bobafett5757]

*Excellent and enjoyable documentary hope for Part 3 and Part 4*

[@azr6288]

Everytime i visit SG impressed with efficiency and staff are strict but professional not rude my Gosh better than Australians.

[@MrEric5452]

Well done, ICA officers and Team!

[@yubrajadhikari3715]

what an amazing officers they are.❤

[@bobafett5757]

*Sgt Syamil is so professional and so dedicated a true excellent officer also hes so handsome*

[@WTwang-vn7nv]

ICA Officer Little Guys 😛

[@ReefearEapear]

Meanwhile, Malaysian side of immigration their booth are empty.. somemore need menteri besar johor to serbu ICQ to ensure they open all counter.

[@lexikona]

Thank you to all the ICA officers for protecting our borders! :)

[@miklee4834]

Amazing all men and women. Teamwork and Teamwork

[@jessicaregina1956]

Lousy men and women! All so stupid

[@alvinwee1030]

My respect to all ICA officers😊

[@jessicaregina1956]

Smugglers: my disrespect to all ica officer

[@halmeoninoonaomma]

Job well done CNA...All of my children were so engrossed when watching this although they are of age 22, 19 & 17.

[@haneyman1177]

Very2 impressive with FRT Officer Syamil and Rizwani, thumbs up,you guys did a very good job

[@ericlim9944]

Thank you ICA officers!!

[@weemingneo5155]

Excellent documentary, what an eye opener of the things that ICA has to go thru on a busy weekend.

[@godfreytan1001]

Keep up the great work

[@cindy.ky24]

Wah I like this. Thank u CNA for the awesome content as always!

[@linzixuan29]

CNA should do one on port of Singapore

[@malibumondsg74]

Excellent !!! More please CNA

[@TheTompinai]

one word... EFFICIENCY at the best