Vietnamese Passport Photo Guide
Get the exact size and rules for your Vietnamese passport photo to avoid application delays. Use the tool above to crop your photo easily.
Official Size and Submission Rules
Your Vietnamese passport photo must measure 40x60 mm, which equals 1.57x2.36 inches[1]. When you apply for your first passport at the Guangzhou consular post, you need to supply four identical printed photos[1]. If you apply for a passport renewal at the same post, you must supply two identical printed photos[1].
Every printed photo you submit must be no more than one year old[1]. If you apply for an electronic passport at another consular post, the rules also request a digital portrait upload[2]. This digital upload must use the JPEG 2000 format at a minimum of 300 dpi[2]. The official guidance does not set a specific head height measurement for the photo[1][2].
Background and Lighting Requirements
You must use a white background for your photo[1][2]. Do not use any patterns, textures, or dark colors behind you. Make sure the background is clean and brightly lit so shadows do not appear.
Good lighting helps the office clearly see your facial features. Face a large window during daylight hours to get even lighting on your face. Avoid standing under harsh overhead lights that cast dark shadows under your eyes and nose.
Pose, Expression, and Face Rules
You must face forward and keep your eyes looking straight at the camera[1][2]. Do not tilt your head up, down, or to the side. Keep a neutral posture and look directly into the camera lens.
The Guangzhou guidance says to look straight at the camera but does not specify rules for glasses or headwear[1]. The Ekaterinburg e-passport instructions require applicants to have their head uncovered and not wear glasses[2].
Taking Your Photo at Home
You can take a practice photo at home with a camera or smartphone. The cited guidance does not say that selfies lead to rejection.
Place the camera at your exact eye level about one to one and a half meters away from your face. Stand a small distance away from the white background to prevent shadows from falling on the wall behind you. Take several test shots until you find one with clear focus and proper lighting.
Using the Tool on This Page
You can use the tool above to crop a photo to 40×60 mm, the size specified by the Guangzhou consular post[1].
Use the tool to crop a practice image if needed. Check the requirements of the consular post where you are applying before preparing your application photo.
Printing and Preparing Your Files
If you need printed copies, you can place your cropped photo onto a standard 4x6-inch template. Take this image file to any local photo printing kiosk and print it out as a normal 4x6-inch photo. Cut the printed photos carefully using scissors or a paper cutter.
At the Guangzhou post, the guidance requests four photos for a first issuance and two for a renewal[1]. The Ekaterinburg e-passport instructions require an online portrait upload in JPEG 2000 format at a minimum of 300 dpi, but also require applicants to submit their paperwork in person[2].
Frequently asked questions
What is the official photo size?
The official size is 40x60 mm, or 1.57x2.36 inches[1].
How many printed photos do I need to submit?
You need four identical printed photos for a first passport issuance, and two for a renewal at the Guangzhou post[1].
Can I upload a digital photo?
Yes, electronic passport instructions for certain consular posts require a digital portrait upload in JPEG 2000 format at a minimum of 300 dpi[2].