Malaysia passport photo: a photo from this app cannot be submitted
No app can help here — and that includes ours. The rule is not about how good the photo is.
Checked on 2026-08-15. Rules move — we re-check this list at least every six months. Next review: 2027-02-15.
Why
The office photographs you on the spot · Children under 4 only
What the authority says
Photos will be taken at the passport division using a Facial Live Capture device.
Source — Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia · Official page
What happens instead
The office photographs you when you apply. You do not need to bring a photo.
Malaysia: photo size by document
| Photo size | Background | Digital size | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving licence | 25 × 32 mm | plain white | — |
| Visa | 35 × 50 mm | plain white | — |
| Work permit | 35 × 50 mm | light blue | 99 × 142 px |
| Passport | 35 × 50 mm | plain white | 300 KB |
How photos are submitted in Malaysia
Passport
Submission
- Online application: upload a digital photo.
Muatnaik Gambar
imigresen-online.imi.gov.my - The photo can be taken at the application office.
Photos will be taken at the passport division
imi.gov.my
Rules the authority states for this photo
- Face the camera directly.
Pemohon melihat terus ke kamera
imigresen-online.imi.gov.my - The authority gives separate instructions for babies and children.
Specifications for photos of children under 4 years old
imi.gov.my - MyOnline Passport: instant (Polaroid) photos and selfies are not accepted.
Bukan foto segera (polaroid) / bukan foto selfie
imigresen-online.imi.gov.my
Visa
Submission
- Applications at an embassy or consulate: a printed photo is submitted.
Applications should be made at the Embassy in person
kln.gov.my
If you hand in a printed photo
- 1 photo.
One (1) coloured passport-sized photograph
kln.gov.my
Rules the authority states for this photo
- Colour photo.
One (1) coloured passport-sized photograph
kln.gov.my
Driving licence
Submission
- In-person application: bring a printed photo.
bringing their own color photo
jpj.gov.my - The photo can be taken at the application office.
taking a photo at the counter
jpj.gov.my
Rules the authority states for this photo
- Colour photo.
bringing their own color photo
jpj.gov.my
Work permit
Rules the authority states for this photo
- Face the camera directly.
Taken in full-face view facing the camera
esd.imi.gov.my - Neutral expression.
with neutral facial expression
esd.imi.gov.my - Eyes open and clearly visible.
both eyes open
esd.imi.gov.my - Mouth closed.
mouth closed
esd.imi.gov.my - No hat or head covering.
No head covering allowed which obscures hair or hairline
esd.imi.gov.my - Religious head coverings are allowed if the face is fully visible.
unless worn for religious purpose
esd.imi.gov.my - No filters, retouching or digital changes.
Edited photo is NOT ACCEPTABLE
esd.imi.gov.my
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