Malaysia Passport photo requirements
Malaysian passport photos are 35 x 50 mm on a shadowless white background, with the face 25–30 mm (50–60% of the photo). Glasses and contact lenses are not allowed.
| Photo size | 35 x 50 mm (1.38 x 1.97 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 413 x 591 px |
| Resolution | 300 DPI |
| Head height (chin to crown) | 50–60% of photo height |
| Eye line from bottom | Not specified |
| Background | plain white, shadowless |
| File format | JPEG |
| File size | No limit published |
| Background editing | Optional paid replacement if your background fails our check; retaking is safest |
| Last verified | 2026-10-17 |
Official source: www.imi.gov.my
How to take your Malaysia Passport photo
- Stand about 50 cm in front of a plain white, shadowless wall, with nothing else in the background.
- Use soft, even light from the front (a window in daylight works well). Avoid shadows on your face and behind you.
- Have someone else take the photo from 1–2 m away with the camera at eye level. Avoid arm-length selfies.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed and both eyes open.
- Remove glasses, hats and headphones unless the rules allow them (religious or medical exceptions vary).
- Leave space above your head and below your shoulders so the tool can crop to the exact size.
FAQ
- What size is a Malaysia Passport photo in pixels?
- 413 x 591 px, JPEG, on a plain white, shadowless background. The printed size is 35x50 mm (1.38x1.97 in). The head should take up 50–60% of the photo height.
- Can I take my Malaysia passport photo with a phone?
- Usually yes, if the photo is sharp, evenly lit and taken from about 1–2 m away with the camera at eye level. Ask someone else to take it rather than using a selfie at arm's length, which distorts facial proportions.
- Can I wear glasses?
- Many authorities no longer accept glasses in photos, and others require no glare or tinted lenses. Check the official source linked on this page.
- What background should I use?
- The published requirement is: plain white, shadowless. Stand about 50 cm in front of a plain wall to avoid shadows.
- Will my photo be accepted?
- We format your photo to the published spec, but acceptance is decided by the issuing authority.
Official source
Requirements are published by the issuing authority at https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/passport/malaysian-international-passport/. Last verified: 2026-10-17.
Disclaimer: We format your photo to the published spec; acceptance is decided by the issuing authority.