Certain types of communication equipment are prohibited from entry into Malaysia unless prior approval and certification by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has been obtained. Equipment in this category includes scanning receivers / transmitters which could be used by unauthorised persons for unlawful interception of signals. For security purposes, the import of such equipment into Malaysia is prohibited unless approval is obtained.
There is no specific law on privacy in Malaysia that otherwise prohibits or regulates the sale of electronic surveillance equipment and devices. However, since the use of such equipment and devices violates the privacy of individuals, eBay has taken a policy decision to not allow the sale of such items on eBay.
Activity on eBay is required to follow this policy, the eBay User Agreement and all applicable laws, as well as respect the rights of third parties. If it doesn’t, eBay may take action consistent with applicable laws and the eBay User Agreement, and may even be legally required to do so. Such actions may include, as an example only: Removing the listing or other content, issuing a warning, restricting activity or account suspension.
Some Examples
Examples of electronic surveillance equipment include:
- telephone "bugs"
- "wiretap" devices
- "miniature transmitters"
- "surveillance microphones"
Additional Information
See the Web site of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission - opens in new window or tab.
Why does eBay have this policy?
Member privacy is a building block of the eBay community. eBay treats member privacy rights with great respect. eBay expects community members to treat privacy with the same level of respect. Since the sale of electronic surveillance equipment may cause harm to eBay or its members, sellers are not permitted to list them on eBay.