Passport Renewal Passport Renewal

Appointment Scheduling

To schedule an appointment, please send an email to : mwlosangeles@kln.gov.my or lax.consular2@kln.gov.my

Kindly ensure that your email includes the following information:

• Full Name
• Contact Number
• City and State of Residence
• Subject Line: Passport Renewal              

 

Inquiries on Applications

For further information or clarification, you may reach us through the following channels:

• Telephone: (213)892-1238 ext. 109 (press 1)
• Email: mwlosangeles@kln.gov.my / lax.consular2@kln.gov.my

 

Hours of Operations:

Phone Services
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM (Monday to Friday except Holidays)
Submission by appointments
09:30 AM - 12:00 PM (Monday to Friday except Holidays)

Walk-in document collection
09:30 AM - 12:00 PM (Monday to Friday except Holidays)

 

 

Area of Jurisdiction:

Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles

Website: Passport Renewal
Email: mwlosangeles@kln.gov.my / lax.consular2@kln.gov.my

Jurisdiction: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington State, Wyoming

Embassy of Malaysia, Washington D.C.

Website: Passport Renewal
Email: mwwashington@kln.gov.my / consularwdc@kln.gov.my

Jurisdiction: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C.

Consulate General of Malaysia, New York
(Immigration Department)

Website: Passport Renewal
Email: mwnewyorkcg@kln.gov.my / newyork@imi.gov.my

Jurisdiction: Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin
 

 

FAQ - Where to submit?

 

Location	How to Apply	Processing Time	Mail-in Allowed?	Expedite Service	Contact
Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles	By appointment or by mail. Applications forwarded to Immigration Office in New York for processing.	Approximately 8–9 weeks	Yes	No	Email: mwlosangeles@kln.gov.my / lax.consular2@kln.gov.my Phone: (213)892-1238 (ext 109)
Consulate General of Malaysia, New York (Malaysia Immigration Office)	In person only. Mail-in application is not permitted. Appointment is mandatory	Same-day service	No	Yes (in-person only)	Email: newyork@imi.gov.my  Phone: (929) 303-6941

 

 

Passport Application Guidelines

 

Important Information

The Malaysian International Passport is a valid travel document issued by the Malaysian Government for the purpose of traveling abroad. Malaysians residing overseas may apply for a new International Passport at any Malaysian Mission on the conditions:-

• Holds a valid Malaysian International Passport
• Return to Malaysia at least once every five years (not mandatory)
• Submit application 6 months prior to expiration date 
• Failure to comply with the requirement will delay the process
• The Consulate General shall not be held responsible for any delays affecting you application or travel arrangement

 

 

Required Forms

• Passport Application Form (IM.42-Pin1/1997) Translation to form IM.42-Pin1/1997 
• Right Thumbprint & Signature Notarization
• Registration of Malaysian Citizens Abroad
• Mailing Address Information

 

Checklist for New Passport / Renewal Application
(Applicants above 12 years old and below 60 years old)

 

Important Information:

• Both mail and in-person applications are permitted.
• For in-person applications, appoinment is required and the applicant must be present during submission.

Application Forms

☐ Passport Application Form (IM.42-Pin1/1997)
☐ Right Thumbprint & Signature Notarization (disregard if submitting in person)
☐ Registration of Malaysian Citizens Abroad
☐ Mailing Address Information Form (disregard if picking up in person)

Identification Documents (Original and Photocopy)

• Current Malaysian International Passport Original and Photocopy (particulars/first page)
• Photocopy of Valid Permanent Resident Card / U.S. Visa / Employment Authorization Document
• Malaysian Identity Card (MyKad) Original and Photocopy – front and back
  Note: Old Identification Cards (with no chip) will not be accepted. Applicants must apply for an Extract of MyKad from National Registration Department (JPN) in Malaysia.

Photographs

• Three (3) recent U.S. passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches)
• Must comply with the Malaysian International Passport Photograph Specification
  ( click here for guidline )
  Application will be rejected if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

Fees & Postage

• Processing Fee: USD 70.00
        In-person: Payable in cash (exact amount only; no change will be provided)
        By mail: Money Order or Cashier’s Check made payable to Consulate General of Malaysia
• Return Postage: One (1) prepaid Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope (USD 33.40) available from the U.S. Postal Service
     Note: Applicants residing in U.S. Territories (e.g., Guam, Marshall Islands) must provide a self-addressed prepaid shipping label from their preferred courier

 

Mailing Address:  

Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles
Attn: Passport Department
777 South Figueroa Street, Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90017
 

Processing Time

• Standard processing time is approximately 6–8 weeks
  Applications will not be process if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

 

Checklist for Applicant aged 60 and above
 

Important Information:

• Both mail and in-person applications are permitted.
• For in-person applications, appoinment is required and the applicant must be present during submission.

Application Forms

☐ Passport Application Form (IM.42-Pin1/1997)
☐ Right Thumbprint & Signature Notarization (disregard if submitting in person)
☐ Registration of Malaysian Citizens Abroad
☐ Mailing Address Information Form (disregard if picking up in person)

Identification Documents (Original and Photocopy)

• Current Malaysian International Passport Original and Photocopy (particulars/first page)
• Photocopy of Valid Permanent Resident Card / U.S. Visa / Employment Authorization Document
• Malaysian Identity Card (MyKad) Original and Photocopy – front and back
  Note: Old Identification Cards (with no chip) will not be accepted. Applicants must apply for an Extract of MyKad from National Registration Department (JPN) in Malaysia.

Photographs

• Three (3) recent U.S. passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches)
• Must comply with the Malaysian International Passport Photograph Specification
  ( click here for guidline )
  Application will be rejected if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

Fees & Postage

• Processing Fee: USD 35.00
        In-person: Payable in cash (exact amount only; no change will be provided)
        By mail: Money Order or Cashier’s Check made payable to Consulate General of Malaysia
• Return Postage: One (1) prepaid Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope (USD 33.40) available from the U.S. Postal Service
      Note: Applicants residing in U.S. Territories (e.g., Guam, Marshall Islands) must provide a self-addressed prepaid shipping label from their preferred courier

 

Mailing Address:  

Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles
Attn: Passport Department
777 South Figueroa Street, Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Processing Time

• Standard processing time is approximately 6–8 weeks
  Applications will not be process if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.
   

Checklist for Newborn
 

Important Information:

• Both mail and in-person applications are permitted.
• For in-person applications, appoinment is required and the applicant must be present during submission.

Application Forms

☐ Passport Application Form (IM.42-Pin1/1997)
    Father/Mother/Guardian must sign item no.13 (on Bapa/Penjaga yang sah)
☐ Right Thumbprint & Signature Notarization (disregard if submitting in person)
    (please disregard for applicants aged 3 and below)
☐ Registration of Malaysian Citizens Abroad
☐ Mailing Address Information Form (disregard if picking up in person)

 

Child's Supporting Documents (Original and Photocopy)

• Malaysia birth certificate / Borang W / Borang H (for child born abroad) 

 

Parent's /Guardian's Supporting Documents (Photocopy)

• Malaysia Marriage Certificate
• Current Malaysian International Passport (particulars/first page)
• Malaysian Identity card (Mykad) – front and back
   Note: Old Identification Cards (with no chip) will not be accepted.
• Valid - Permanent Resident Card / U.S. Visa / Employment Authorization Document

 

Photographs

• Three (3) recent U.S. passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches)
• Must comply with the Malaysian International Passport Photograph Specification
  ( click here for guidline )
  Application will be rejected if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

Fees & Postage

• Processing Fee: USD 35.00
       In-person: Payable in cash (exact amount only; no change will be provided)
        By mail: Money Order or Cashier’s Check made payable to Consulate General of Malaysia
• Return Postage: One (1) prepaid Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope (USD 33.40) available from the U.S. Postal Service
       Note: Applicants residing in U.S. Territories (e.g., Guam, Marshall Islands) must provide a self-addressed prepaid shipping label from their preferred courier

 

Mailing Address:  

Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles
Attn: Passport Department
777 South Figueroa Street, Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90017

 

Processing Time

• Standard processing time is approximately 6–8 weeks
  Applications will not be process if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

Checklist for Applicant aged 12 and below

 

Important Information:

• Both mail and in-person applications are permitted.
• For in-person applications, appoinment is required and the applicant must be present during submission.

Application Forms

☐ Passport Application Form (IM.42-Pin1/1997)
    Father/Mother/Guardian must sign item no.13 (on Bapa/Penjaga yang sah)
☐ Right Thumbprint & Signature Notarization (disregard if submitting in person)
    (please disregard for applicants aged 3 and below)
☐ Registration of Malaysian Citizens Abroad
☐ Mailing Address Information Form (disregard if picking up in person)

 

Child's Supporting Documents (Original and Photocopy)

• Malaysia birth certificate / Borang W / Borang H (for child born abroad) 

 

Malaysian Father/Mother/Guardian's Supporting Documents (Photocopy)

• Malaysia Marriage Certificate
• Current Malaysian International Passport (particulars/first page)
• Malaysian Identity card (Mykad) – front and back
   Note: Old Identification Cards (with no chip) will not be accepted.
• Valid - Permanent Resident Card / U.S. Visa / Employment Authorization Document

 

Photographs

• Three (3) recent U.S. passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches)
• Must comply with the Malaysian International Passport Photograph Specification
  ( click here for guidline )
  Application will be rejected if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

Fees & Postage

• Processing Fee: USD 35.00
       In-person: Payable in cash (exact amount only; no change will be provided)
        By mail: Money Order or Cashier’s Check made payable to Consulate General of Malaysia
• Return Postage: One (1) prepaid Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope (USD 33.40) available from the U.S. Postal Service
     Note: Applicants residing in U.S. Territories (e.g., Guam, Marshall Islands) must provide a self-addressed prepaid shipping label from their preferred courier
   

Mailing Address:  

Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles
Attn: Passport Department
777 South Figueroa Street, Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Processing Time

• Standard processing time is approximately 6–8 weeks
  Applications will not be process if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

 

 

Checklist for Disabled or Handicapped Applicant
 

Important Information:

• Both mail and in-person applications are permitted.
• For in-person applications, appoinment is required and the applicant must be present during submission.

Application Forms

☐ Passport Application Form (IM.42-Pin1/1997)
☐ Right Thumbprint & Signature Notarization (disregard if submitting in person)
☐ Registration of Malaysian Citizens Abroad
☐ Mailing Address Information Form (disregard if picking up in person)

Identification Documents (Original and Photocopy)

• Letter from Malaysia Welfare Department Letter
• Current Malaysian International Passport Original and Photocopy (particulars/first page)
• Copy of Valid Permanent Resident Card / U.S. Visa / Employment Authorization Document
• Malaysian Identity Card (MyKad) Original and Photocopy – front and back
  Note: Old Identification Cards (with no chip) will not be accepted. Applicants must apply for an Extract of MyKad from National Registration Department (JPN) in Malaysia.

Photographs

• Three (3) recent U.S. passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches)
• Must comply with the Malaysian International Passport Photograph Specification
  ( click here for guidline )
  Application will be rejected if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

Fees & Postage

• Processing Fee: Exempted
• Return Postage: One (1) prepaid Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope (USD 33.40) available from the U.S. Postal Service
   Note: Applicants residing in U.S. Territories (e.g., Guam, Marshall Islands) must provide a self-addressed prepaid shipping label from their preferred courier

 

Mailing Address:  

Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles
Attn: Passport Department
777 South Figueroa Street, Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Processing Time

• Standard processing time is approximately 6–8 weeks
  Applications will not be process if photographs do not meet specifications, which will result in delays.

   

MALAYSIAN INTERNATIONAL PASSPORT PHOTOGRAPH SPECIFICATION

 

Photograph Requirements

• Three (3) recent identical U.S. passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches)
• Clear white background with no shadows
• No dangling earrings
• No hair accessories
• No eyelash extensions
• No glasses / contact lens
• Dark-colored clothing covering shoulders and chest
• Ears and eyebrows must be fully visible
• Hair must not cover the forehead
• Full-face view, directly facing the camera with a neutral facial expression
• Both eyes open and mouth closed (no teeth showing)
• No hats or head coverings that obscure hair or hairline, unless worn daily for religious purposes
• Full face must remain visible
• Head covering must not cast shadows on the face
• Ensure sufficient space above the head (do not crop too closely to the hairline)
• Photographs must be of good quality (not blurry)
• (For men) No earrings, necklace, or any accessories

 

Note : Application will be delayed if photographs do not meet specifications.