Malaysia
MalaysiaMalaysia work permit photo size
35 × 50 mm · Light blue · 99 × 142 px
Requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 50 mm (1.38 × 1.97 in) |
|---|---|
| Head height | The authority does not publish a head-height figure. |
| Background | Light blue |
| Digital size | 99 × 142 px |
| Retouching | Not allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping. |
| Background replacement | Not allowed. Shoot against a wall of the required colour. |
| Where to take it | You can take this photo yourself. |
- Neutral expression, mouth closed.
Last checked: Aug 19, 2026 · Source: Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia ESD. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.
Checklist & printable sheet for this document
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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
Questions
- What size is a Malaysia work permit photo?
- 35 × 50 mm (1.38 × 1.97 in). A digital file is 99 × 142 px.
- Can I take a Malaysia work permit photo with my phone?
- Yes. PhotoSpec crops to 35 × 50 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
- Driving licence — size 35×50 mm here, 25×32 mm there; background light blue here, plain white there
- Visa — background light blue here, plain white there
- Passport — background light blue here, plain white there; digital file 99×142 px here, 300 KB there
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