Malaysia Employment Pass Photo Maker
Drop your photo, line it up in the frame and download a JPEG at 99 × 142 px, under 20 KB. The settings below are already filled in for the Malaysia Employment Pass Photo.
Malaysia Employment Pass Photo requirements
| Size | 35 × 50 mm, 99 × 142 px, under 20 KB |
|---|---|
| Pixels (our output) | 99 × 142 px at 72 DPI |
| File size | under 20 KB |
| Format | JPEG |
| Background | Blue |
| Head height | 52%–70% of photo height |
- Blue background, 35 mm × 50 mm
- 99 × 142 pixels, JPG or JPEG
- File size less than 20 KB
- For Expats Service Centre (MDEC) Employment Pass applications and renewals
Checked against official guidance in October 2026. Requirements change from time to time. Check the latest rules from MDEC Expats.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Malaysia Employment Pass Photo?
35 × 50 mm, 99 × 142 px, under 20 KB. Picwright exports 99 × 142 pixels at 72 DPI, under 20 KB, as a JPEG.
What background colour is required?
A plain blue background. If yours is not, Picwright can replace it with AI right in your browser.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. Cropping, background removal and compression all run on your device. Nothing is uploaded or stored.
Are these the latest official requirements?
They are taken from the official guidance of MDEC Expats, but rules change. Always check the current notice or official page before you submit.
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