Malaysia Residence Pass Photo in the UK
35 × 50 mm · white background · Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia
£6.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia on 25 October 2026.
About this photo
Applying through the Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia? The Malaysia Residence Pass photo it wants measures 35 by 50 mm. You can take it at home on a phone: have someone stand a couple of metres away at eye level rather than holding the phone yourself. Applications are made with printed photos, so you need a physical copy rather than an upload. Your head, chin to crown, should measure 35 to 40 mm on the print. The background must be plain white, evenly lit and free of shadows. Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera. Upload your picture and we size it for the Malaysia Residence Pass, replace the background and verify the proportions before checkout.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 50 mm |
|---|---|
| Background | white |
| Head size | 70–80% of the photo height (35–40 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair) |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Allowed. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes. |
| Head coverings | Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible. |
| Head position | Facing the camera, tilted no more than 10° |
| Other rules | Two passport-size photos with the application form IMM 16a; Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera |
Do
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How it works
1. Take or upload a photo
Use your phone camera against a plain wall, or pick a photo you already have.
2. We size and check it
We crop to the right size, replace the background and check it against the rules above.
3. Download and use it
Pay once, then download the digital file and the print sheet straight away.
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Questions about Malaysia Residence Pass photos
What size is a Malaysia Residence Pass photo?
Malaysia Residence Pass photos are 35 × 50 mm. The head should fill 70–80% of the photo height (35–40 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair).
What background does a Malaysia Residence Pass photo need?
A plain white background, with no shadows, patterns or objects. We replace the background for you, but a plain wall gives the cleanest edges around your hair.
Can I wear glasses in a Malaysia Residence Pass photo?
Yes. No tinted lenses or sunglasses. No glare on the lenses. Frames must not cover any part of the eyes.
Can I smile in a Malaysia Residence Pass photo?
No. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and your eyes open.
Can I wear a head covering?
Allowed for religious or medical reasons. The whole face from chin to forehead must be visible.
Can I take a Malaysia Residence Pass photo at home?
Usually, yes, as long as it meets the rules above. Check the instructions for your application route, because final acceptance is always decided by Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia. PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
How much does a Malaysia Residence Pass photo cost in the UK?
£6.99 for the digital file, paid once. It includes a print-at-home sheet you can print at any photo shop.
What if something is wrong with my photo?
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Official source: Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia
Read the rules on the authority's website: Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia (imi.gov.my).
Rules last checked against Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia on 25 October 2026.
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