Are you going to apply for or renew a Vietnamese passport? Submitting a correctly prepared photo is one of the most critical and surprisingly difficult requirements. The picture for your Vietnam passport must be exactly 4x6 cm (40x60 mm), satisfy stringent biometric requirements, and depict how you really look. Your application could be turned down for even the smallest mistake. We'll show you how to snap a legal Vietnam passport photo with your smartphone and how to get it ready for submission in print or digital form using PhotoGov.
Use the back camera on your phone
Stand in front of a white wall under natural light
Keep your head straight, your posture upright, and your face blank
Make sure both ears and the whole face are clearly visible
You can't wear glasses, caps, or filters unless you have to for health or religious reasons
You can upload a selfie to PhotoGov.net and get a passport-compliant photo right away that is the right size (4x6 cm), cropped, and tested for quality
Here is a full listing of the official requirements for a Vietnamese passport photo:
Width | 4 cm (40 mm) |
Height | 6 cm (60 mm) |
Image Definition Parameters | High-resolution, clear image with no pixelation or compression artifacts |
Head Height (top of hair to chin) | 3.2–3.6 cm (approximately 80–90% of image height) |
Distance from Top to Top of Hair | 0.3–0.5 cm |
Background Color | Plain white or light grey (no shadows, textures, or gradients) |
Resolution (DPI) | 300 dpi minimum |
File Format | JPEG or PNG for digital use; photo paper for printed submissions |
Facial Expression | Neutral (no smile, closed mouth, eyes open) |
Head Coverings | Only for religious/medical reasons; facial features must be visible |
Photo Age | Taken within the last 6 months |
Printable | Yes (on high-quality glossy or matte photo paper) |
Suitable for Online Submission | Yes (for e-passport portals or embassy uploads) |
Wrong size (for example, 2x2 inches instead of 4x6 cm)
Face not neutral (smiling, frowning, or open mouth)
Glasses or caps that hide eyebrows or make shadows
Picture shot around six months ago
Retouched or beautified selfies
PhotoGov takes away these dangers by automatically formatting, checking proportions, and changing the contrast and backdrop.
Visit PhotoGov.net
Choose "Vietnam Passport Photo—4x6 cm" from the list
Take a selfie with good lighting and a neutral face and upload it
Our AI automatically crops, resizes, and formats the picture
Get your picture as a high-quality JPEG and a PDF that you may print
If you don’t want to go through the trouble and expense of locating and hiring a professional photographer to take your picture, you can simply take your own from home. So long as you follow the below instructions carefully, you can capture the perfect passport photo yourself:
Open up the PhotoGov.net photo service and take your picture. Make sure you’re not wearing any headcovers or glasses, do not wear a uniform, and keep your expression neutral. Ensure that the area is well-lit and that you are standing against a neutral background.
Watch "How to take a photo" (00:46)
Next, upload your image and process it through our site.
Finally, you can download your ID photo. These images can be printed off, or you can simply use them as digital photos.
Use natural light to take the picture during the day
Use a tripod or have someone else snap the picture at eye level
Wear a black, solid top to stand out against the white background
Don't wear earrings or makeup that shine or reflect light
Pull your hair back so that your face is completely visible
When taking pictures of babies and children for passport, many of the same rules apply; for example, they must still adhere to the dress code, and the photograph must be high-quality and well-lit. With that being said, the State Department is generally more forgiving when it comes to the neutral expression requirement.
For slightly older babies:
Follow Vietnam's rigorous 4x6 cm regulation
Get your picture in seconds, ready to print or upload
You don't need to install any apps or software
There are both print and digital versions
Built-in check for head size, position, and illumination to make sure everything is right
Save money compared to going to a studio to get a passport photo taken
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