It is crucial to everyone to have a international passport to travel overseas. Students mostly, the one who wondering on how to get a passport and handle things at the Immigration Department of Malaysia. Today let us get to know some important steps which we must count when dealing with this government people.
Malaysian International Passport
1. Introduction
The Malaysian International Passport is a valid travel document issued by the Malaysian Government for the purpose of travelling abroad.
2. Eligibility
Malaysian citizen.
3. Where to Apply
Any Immigration Office or Malaysian Representative Office.
4. Malaysian Passport Photographs Specification
- 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm
- Size such that the head is between 25mm –30mm from the bottom of the chin to the top of head
- Dark coloured clothing covering shoulders and chest
- Taken in full-faces view directly facing the camera with a neutral facial expression, both eyes open and mouth closed
- Do not wear a hat or head covering that obscures that hair or hairline unless worn daily for a religious purpose. Your full face must be visible, and the head covering must not cast any shadows on your face
5. Validity
- Valid for two (2) years or five (5) years from the date of issue.
- The balance of the expiry period from the old passport can only be granted to the new 5-year passport provided it is:-
- Not a lost case
- Not a damaged pasport (in good condition)
- Not a case under investigation
6. Passport Fees
- RM100.00 for 2 years
- RM300.00 for 5 years
7. Special Fees
RM150.00 for 5 years
8. Eligibility for special Fees
- Children under 12 years old
- Students under 21 years old with proof to study abroad on the day of submission.
9. Exemption of payment
Exemption of payment is given to the handicapped or disabled person on condition that he/she produces a letter from the Welfare Department.
10. Modes of payment
- Cash
- Postal Order or Crossed Bank Draft :
- In Malaysia – made payable to the Director- General of Immigration Malaysia or State Immigration Director only.
- Overseas – made payable to the High Commissioner of Malaysia/ Deputy High Commissioner of Malaysia/ Malaysian Ambassador/ Malaysian Consulate General (where applicable)
11. How to Apply For a Passport
The applicant must:-
Appear in person at the Immigration office or Malaysian Representative Offices abroad.
Refer to the following table for first time application :-
12. New Application
| Applicant | Place of Birth | Conditions |
| 18 years old and above | Born in Malaysia | Identification Card (MyKad)
If the applicant is not in possession of MyKad, temporary identification Certificate (JPN.KPPK 09 or 11) and Birth Certificate is required 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
| Born outside Malaysia | IdentificationCard(MyKad)
Form W/ Birth Certificate/ Certificate of Status Travel Document used for return to Malaysia 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Malaysian applicants for Sabah and Sarawak which first time apply inPeninsular Malaysia Immigration Office | Identification Card (MyKad) and with original Birth Certificate.
MyKad : remarked as either ‘H'(Sabah) or ‘K'(Sarawak). Note: Any MyKad without remarks had to be obtained first at Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara(JPN). If the applicant is not in possession of MyKad, temporary identification Certificate (JPN.KPPK 09 or 11) and Birth Certificate is required 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm Note : Application will be referred to the Immigration Office and the approval of Sabah and Sarawak will be notified after 5 working days. |
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| Army Officials | Army Identification Card
2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Police Officials | Police Identification Card
Birth Certificate 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Under 18 years old | Born in Malaysia | Identification Card (MyKad)
Birth Certificate Parent’s Identification Card (The child and parent must be present to submit the application) 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
| Born outside Malaysia | Form W/Birth Certificate/ Certificate of Status.
Travel documents used to return to Malaysia. Parent’s Identification Card (The child and parent must be present to submit the application) 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Malaysian applicants for Sabah and Sarawak which first time apply in Peninsular Malaysia Immigration Office | Identification Card (MyKad) and with original Birth Certificate.
MyKad : remarked as either ‘H'(Sabah) or ‘K'(Sarawak). Note: Any MyKad without remarks had to be obtained first at Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara(JPN). If the applicant is not in possession of MyKad, temporary identification Certificate (JPN.KPPK 09 or 11) and Birth Certificate is required 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm Note : Application will be referred to the Immigration Office and the approval of Sabah and Sarawak will be notified after 5 working days. |
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| Deceased parent (s) | Identification Card (MyKad)
Birth Certificate Death Certificate of the Deceased Statutory Declaration from legitimate guardian Guardian’s Identification Card or valid passport (for foreigner) Identification Card of the living parent 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Divorced parents | Identification Card (MyKad)
Birth Certificate Death Certificate of the Deceased Statutory Declaration from legitimate guardian Guardian’s Identification Card or valid passport (for foreigner) Identification Card of the living parent 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Parents cannot be traced | Identification Card (MyKad)
Birth Certificate Statutory Declaration and verification from the village head (Penghulu/Ketua Kampung) Guardian’s Identification Card or valid passport (for foreigner) 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Adopted Child | Identification Card(MyKad)
Birth Certificate Certificate of Adoption Guardian’s Identification Card or valid passport (for foreigner) 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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| Married | Identification Card(MyKad)
Marriage or Divorce Certificate 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
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13. Passport Renewal
A new passport will be issued upon passport renewal application.
Balance of the passport validity of not more than 6 months can be carried forward on the following conditions:
| Applicants | Conditions |
| Under 18 years old | Same documents as first time application
Current Malaysian International Passport 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
| Above 18 years old | Identification Card (MyKad)
If the applicant is not in possession of MyKad, a Temporary Identification Certificate (JPN.KPPK 09 or 11) AND Birth certificate is required. Current Malaysian International Passport 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm |
14. Loss of Passport
Definition of damaged passport :
A Malaysian who has lost his passport should :
- Lodge a police report
- Refer to the nearest Immigration office to submit the application for passport replacement by meeting all the following requirements:-
- Identification Card
- Parent’s Identification Card (for applicant below 18 years)
- Questionnaire Form IM42c
- 2 recent identical photographs taken in front of plain white or off-white background size 35mm x 50mm
- Police report
- Copy of lost passport (if any)
- Marriage/divorced certificate (below 18 years and marriage/divorced)
- Confirmation letter of employment for those working abroad
- Offer letter to study abroad
- Emergency Certificate with a report from Entry Point Immigration office
- Verification of Status (for a Permanent Resident of third country)
- Fire and Rescue Department Report form if the loss is caused by fire
- Letter from the Municipal Council if loss is caused by flood.
15. General
The usage of ‘anak lelaki (AL)’ and ‘anak perempuan (AP)’ for Indian and non-muslim citizens on the main page has been removed but is still stated on the ‘OBSERVATION’ page.
Please note that passports that are not claimed after three (3) months from the date of collection as stated in the payment receipt will be cancelled and the fee paid is non-refundable. The applicant will have to submit a new application and it will be processed in the normal way.
Particulars of children (including infants) will no longer be included in the parent’s passport. The child will be issued a separate passport. A change of photograph for children two years and above can be made. Submit two recent photographs and the birth certificate (original and copy) attached. The applicant must appear before the Immigration officer.
Under the Guardianship Act 1961 – 1999 amendment, consent can be given by the mother for a child under 18 years old.
Loss of passport while abroad should be reported to the nearest Malaysian Representative Office for replacement of passport. A police report should be submitted also.
An application for replacement of lost passport should be sent to the Immigration Department of Malaysia Headquarters, Putrajaya Malaysia for decision-making/processing which will take approximately 3-4 months.
