Malaysia Passport Photo Online

Are you going to renew your Malaysian passport or obtain your first one? If you are submitting your application online, you can use the MyOnline Passport service. Let’s check how to submit your renewal application and how to prepare a digital Malaysian passport photo without hassle.

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Documents Required for Malaysian Passport Renewal

For an online passport renewal, you will need the following:

MyOnline Passport is a renewal service. First-time passport applications and certain other cases must be handled at an Immigration counter.

First-Time Malaysian Passport Application Requitements

A first-time passport application must be made in person at an Immigration counter. MyOnline Passport is a renewal service and cannot be used to apply for a first passport.

For an adult, normally bring your MyKad. For an applicant under 18, bring the applicant's birth certificate, MyKad if applicable, and the attending legal parent's or guardian's MyKad. Immigration takes the passport photograph using its Facial Live Capture equipment.

A printed passport photo is normally not required for applicants who are photographed at the Immigration counter. The main exception is a child under four, who must bring one printed passport photograph measuring 35 × 50 mm, with a plain white, shadow-free background.

Malaysia Passport Photo Size

For a Malaysian passport photo, the required printed photo size is 35 × 50 mm. For MyOnline Passport renewal, you upload a digital photograph prepared in the same 35:50 portrait proportion (7:10).

MyOnline Passport has an automatic cropping and validation function. However, the photo should already be properly composed before uploading. If the automatic crop does not produce suitable framing, crop the image yourself to the 35:50 (7:10) proportion and upload it again.

Here is an example of a Malaysia passport photo:

Malaysia passport photo

Malaysia Passport Photo Background

The photo must have a plain white background with no shadows or objects. Make sure the face is evenly illuminated and clearly visible.

Malaysia Passport Photo Dress Code

There are also certain requirements for clothing. According to the rules, the applicant must wear dark coloured clothing (preferably black or dark) covering the shoulder and chest. No head and hair accessories are allowed, except the hijab. Religious headwear should not cover the face. Contact lenses and glasses are not allowed. Avoid large jewellery, especially tangled earrings.

Where Can I Get a Malaysia Passport Photo Near Me?

You can prepare a Malaysian passport photo online with Visafoto. Take a photo with your smartphone, upload it, and get a digital photo prepared for Malaysian passport requirements.

Take an image with a smartphone against any background, upload it here and instantly get a professional photo for your visa, passport or ID. No registration required. You will see results in seconds.
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Source

Source photo example that you need to take in order to make a passport or visa photo at visafoto.com

Result

Result example: a correct visa or passport photo that you will receive

For the best result, start with a clear, well-lit photo. Face the camera directly, keep your eyes open and mouth closed, and make sure your face is fully visible. Do not use a mirrored selfie.

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You do not need a professional camera or a photo studio. A smartphone photo can be used as the source image. Visafoto adjusts the framing and background and significantly improves the quality of the image, including its lighting, resolution, and overall clarity.

You can also use an existing passport photo as a source. If you only have a printed photo, you can scan it or take a clear picture of it with your smartphone and upload the result to Visafoto. The service can enhance the image and prepare it as a digital passport photo, so you do not necessarily need to take a completely new photo.

When taking your source photo:

Visafoto provides two files:

Example of a Malaysia passport photo
Malaysia passport photos for printing

Visafoto automatically enhances the uploaded image, improving its lighting, resolution, and overall quality. This can be especially useful when the original photo was taken with a smartphone or when you are working from an existing printed passport photo.

The finished photo is available within seconds. If a photo prepared by Visafoto is not accepted by a government authority, Visafoto offers a 100% money-back guarantee according to its terms.

Malaysia Passport Photo Price

With Visafoto, you can prepare your Malaysian passport photo online without visiting a photo studio. The current price is $9 US dollars.

What If My Passport Photo Is Rejected?

If your photo does not meet the requirements, MyOnline Passport may show an error such as “PHOTO DOES NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.” You may need to upload a new photo that meets the required conditions.

If you prepared your photo with Visafoto and it is still rejected, contact our support team. We will help you check the photo and, if necessary, correct the issue.

How to Print Out a Passport Photo?

For a MyOnline Passport renewal, you upload a digital photo. A printed passport photo is not normally required when collecting the renewed passport.

There is an exception for children under four, who must bring one printed 35 × 50 mm passport photograph with a plain white, shadow-free background.

Visafoto also provides a printable template containing four passport photos. You can print the template at home or use a local printing service.

Check this detailed guideline on printing digital passport photos.

FAQ

Do I need to bring a printed passport photo when collecting my Malaysian passport?

No. A printed passport photograph is not included in the standard collection requirements for an online renewal. You need to bring the printed payment receipt and the other required documents instead.

Can I apply for my first Malaysian passport through MyOnline Passport?

No. MyOnline Passport is a renewal service. A first-time passport application must be made in person at an Immigration counter, where Immigration takes the applicant's photograph using Facial Live Capture.

Do I need to bring a passport photo when applying at an Immigration counter?

For ordinary applicants, a printed passport photo is normally not required when applying at an Immigration counter because Immigration takes the photograph using Facial Live Capture. The main printed-photo exception is for children under four.

What are the Malaysian passport photo requirements for a baby?

When applying for a passport for a child under four, you must bring one printed passport photograph measuring 35 × 50 mm. The photo must have a plain white, shadow-free background. The face should measure 25–30 mm in height and occupy approximately 50–60% of the image area.

Can I use an old printed passport photo to create a digital photo?

You can photograph or scan an existing printed passport photo and use the resulting image as a source for photo preparation. For the best result, use the clearest possible original. Visafoto can improve the image quality, lighting, and resolution and prepare the image as a digital passport photo.

Can I use a selfie for a Malaysian passport photo?

You can use a smartphone photo as the source image, but make sure it is not mirrored and that the face is directly facing the camera. Avoid typical selfie problems such as uneven lighting, strong shadows, poor framing, or facial obstruction.

Last update: August 2026

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