Photo Specifications
Malaysia Passport / Visa Photo Requirements and Size
- Size: 35mm width x 50 mm height.
- Color: Must be in color. Black and white photos will not be accepted, nor any filters.
- Head size and position: The head should measure 25mm x 30 mm and should be facing the camera.
- Recency: No older than six months.
- Background: White only. No colors, prints, or patterns. *Smile: No smiling. Mouth must be closed.
- Eyes: Must be completely visible.
- Glasses: Only if prescription and the eyes can still be seen.
- Headgear: Religious purposes only.
- Dimensions and size (pixels): None specified.
- Clothing: Dark clothing which contrasts the background.
- Beard: Optional.
Few Additional Tips
- The size of the picture is very specific. It needs to be the exact size stated above or it may not be accepted.
- Your head should fill 50-60% of the entire picture allowing for a 10 mm margin between the top of your head and the edge of the photo. The same goes for the bottom edge and your chin.
- In order to properly identify you, the image must reflect your true, natural skin tone.
- If you normally have a beard then you do not need to shave for the photo. Long hair should be kept away from the face.
- Dark clothing is required to contrast your shoulders and head with a plain white background. * Avoid military or law enforcement uniforms for security reasons.
- A hijab may be worn only if it doesn’t cover the face. Other headwear such as hats, hairpieces, and jewelry are not permitted.
- Eyes must be directed toward the camera and visible. Glasses are fine as long as they do not block the eyes. Thick rims, glare, or tinted lenses (including sunglasses) are unacceptable.
- It's best to keep your mouth closed and maintain a neutral expression at all times.
- Make sure the image is in focus and not blurred.
- Double-check your lighting. An overexposed or underexposed picture will not be accepted. Also, if a flash is used, make sure the background doesn’t reflect the light.
- Do not make any alterations to the image like removing scars or freckles.
- Photos with red-eye cannot be edited by our team so please re-take the photo.