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Requirements

Photo size25 × 32 mm  (0.98 × 1.26 in)
Head heightThe authority does not publish a head-height figure.
BackgroundPlain white
RetouchingNot allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping.
Background replacementNot allowed. Shoot against a wall of the required colour.
Where to take itYou can take this photo yourself.

Source: Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Malaysia. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.

How the driving licence photo is submitted

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

Questions

What size is a Malaysia driving licence photo?
25 × 32 mm (0.98 × 1.26 in).
Can I take a Malaysia driving licence photo with my phone?
Yes. PhotoSpec crops to 25 × 32 mm and checks the framing before you save. Photos are processed on the phone and are not uploaded.

How it differs from other Malaysia documents

  • Visa — size 25×32 mm here, 35×50 mm there
  • Work permit — size 25×32 mm here, 35×50 mm there; background plain white here, light blue there
  • Passport — size 25×32 mm here, 35×50 mm there

Take your Malaysia driving licence photo

Processed on your phone. Photos are not uploaded.