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Malaysia Passport Photo: 35 x 50 mm

Malaysia Passport Photo size: 35 x 50 mm (1.38 x 1.97 inches). Source checked: Immigration Department of Malaysia, 2026-05-03.

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Photo size	35 × 50 mm (1.38 × 1.97 in)
Head size	50-60% of photo height · 25-30 mm chin to crown
Digital requirements	Use the standalone HD JPEG for online upload when the authority asks for one photo file. Do not upload the printable sheet when a portal asks for a single photo. For Malaysian passports, use a supplied digital file only when Immigration or a representative office asks for one.
Print requirements	Print the Malaysia passport photo only when Malaysian Immigration or a representative office asks for supplied photos. Print the photo at exactly 35 x 50 mm on photo paper when a printed photo is required. Use 100% / actual size and never fit the image to the page. The printable sheet includes cut guides for individual photos.
Official source	Immigration Department of Malaysia
Last reviewed	2026-05-03

Step-by-step instructions

1.Choose Malaysia and Passport Photo in the editor.
2.Upload a clear recent photo taken against a plain wall in even light.
3.Fit the face guide, validate the crop, and set the required background.
4.Preview for free, then unlock the HD photo and printable sheet for 0.99$.

Important official notes

Malaysia caveat: adult applicants are normally photographed with Facial Live Capture at the passport section.
The verified supplied-photo spec applies especially to children under 4 or cases where the office requests printed photos.

How to take the source photo

Take the source photo with even front light and no shadow behind the head.
Face the camera directly with eyes open, a neutral expression, and a closed mouth.
Frame head and shoulders so the face can be cropped to the verified head-size range.
Remove glasses before taking the photo.
No casual hats or caps; any permitted covering must leave the full face visible with no shadows.

Common rejection reasons

Smiling, frowning, closing eyes, or opening the mouth.
Hair covering the eyes or face outline.
Necklaces, chains, or shiny jewelry covering the neck/face or reflecting light.
Shadows on the face or behind the head.
Heavy filters, beauty effects, or retouching.
Wearing glasses when the authority requires them to be removed.
A casual hat/cap or permitted head covering casting shadows or hiding facial edges.

Digital upload

Use the standalone HD JPEG for online upload when the authority asks for one photo file.
Do not upload the printable sheet when a portal asks for a single photo.
For Malaysian passports, use a supplied digital file only when Immigration or a representative office asks for one.

Printing

Print the Malaysia passport photo only when Malaysian Immigration or a representative office asks for supplied photos.
Print the photo at exactly 35 x 50 mm on photo paper when a printed photo is required.
Use 100% / actual size and never fit the image to the page.
The printable sheet includes cut guides for individual photos.

Official source

Official source: Malaysia Passport Photo

Immigration Department of Malaysia. Open official requirements: Malaysia Passport Photo (https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/passport/malaysian-international-passport/). Last reviewed: 2026-05-03.

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