Vietnam International Driving Permit Photo Guide
Prepare the right photo for your Vietnam international driving permit application. Follow these clear rules to format your picture correctly.
Understanding the Official Size
The cited regulation covers the issuance and use of international driving permits, but does not establish a photo size or show that applicants must include a photo[1]. A 30 × 40 mm crop is a commonly used practical size, not an official requirement.
The standard crop dimensions commonly used for this application are 30×40 mm, or 1.18×1.57 inches[1]. Since specific local practices may vary, you should always check with the issuing office or organization to confirm the exact dimensions they expect to receive from you.
You can use the tool above to crop your picture to this 30×40 mm size right inside your web browser. Your image file never leaves your device during the entire process.
Background and Image Specifications
No current official photo-size or background specification was verified. A 3 × 4 cm crop is a commonly used practical size for an application photo, not a verified official requirement.
Because official rules on backgrounds are not formally detailed in current guidance, you should aim for a plain, neutral background when you take your picture at home. A simple off-white or light grey wall works best to keep the focus entirely on your face.
Make sure your lighting is even across your face so that harsh shadows do not appear behind you or under your chin. Turn off any flash that creates bright spots or red eye in the final image.
Head Height and Framing Rules
Framing your face properly helps make your application look neat and professional. Head height is not set by the authority for this specific document[1].
Even though a specific millimeter height for your head is not mandated, you should still center your face clearly in the frame. Leave a small, balanced amount of space above your head and on both sides of your shoulders.
Keep your camera at eye level, roughly one to one and a half meters away from your face. Ask a friend or family member to take the picture for you instead of holding the camera at arm's length for a selfie.
Glasses, Headwear, and Expressions
The cited regulation does not specify whether glasses may be worn in an international driving permit photo[1].
The cited regulation does not specify whether headwear may be worn in an international driving permit photo[1].
Maintain a neutral expression with your mouth closed when you look at the camera lens. Look directly forward with your eyes open wide and focused straight ahead.
Submission Methods and File Limits
Application handling may be electronic or in person. The cited regulation does not establish a photo submission format[1].
The cited regulation does not specify photo file-size limits or a photo-printing layout[1].
Print your 4×6 sheet at any local photo kiosk on ordinary glossy photo paper. Then cut out your 30×40 mm pictures carefully with scissors or a paper cutter.
Avoiding Common Refusal Reasons
The cited regulation does not list photo rejection reasons[1]. Check with the office handling your application for its current process.
A 30 × 40 mm crop is a commonly used practical size, not an official standard established by the cited regulation[1].
Infant rules are not applicable to this adult driving permit. The cited regulation does not set applicant photo requirements[1].
Frequently asked questions
What is the official photo size for a Vietnam international driving permit?
The cited regulation does not specify a photo size[1]. A 30 × 40 mm (1.18 × 1.57 in) crop is listed as a commonly used practical size, not an official requirement.
What are the official background color rules?
No current official background specification was verified. The cited regulation does not establish a photo size[1].
Are there official head height requirements?
Head height is not set by the authority for this document[1].
Can I submit my photo online or in person?
The application may be handled electronically or in person, but the cited regulation does not specify a photo submission method[1].
Are glasses and headwear permitted in the photo?
Glasses are unspecified and headwear is unspecified in the official regulations[1].