Supplying the proper image is absolutely vital if you are seeking a Vietnam visa. Official criteria call for a 2x2 inch (5.08x5.08 centimeter) photo; ignoring these parameters could lead to delays or rejections.
To prevent severe shadows, use natural light or gentle indoor lighting
Stay out of the sun
Make sure you're facing a plain white or light-colored wall
The camera should be 1.5–2 meters distant and at eye level. The face should be in the middle and cover roughly 70–80% of the height
Avoid white or reflective clothes; wear solid black clothes to contrast with the surroundings
Selfie Advice: Skip selfies. To prevent distortion, use a tripod or have someone snap your picture
Choose the Document Type
From our selection of document types on PhotoGov.net, select "Vietnam Visa - 2x2 inch"
Snap Your Picture
Use your camera or phone. From a white or light-colored background, stand 1.5–2 meters away. Ensure your expression is neutral and the lighting is consistent
Send the Picture
Post your picture to PhotoGov. Make sure there are no shadows on your background or face
Resize and Improve Automatically
Our technology will clear the background, crop the image to 2x2 inches, and change brightness and sharpness
Download and Send
Obtain your photo in digital format for submission or print the file for in-person applications
These are the official criteria to make sure your photo satisfies Vietnam's consular standards:
Size | 2 x 2 inches (5.08 x 5.08 cm) |
Resolutions | Minimum 300 DPI |
Image Format | JPEG or PNG |
File Size | Typically under 1 MB for digital submissions |
Background Color | White or light-colored, no shadows or patterns |
Printable | Yes – required for in-person submissions |
Digital Submission | Accepted for online visa applications through consulate portals |
Facial Expression | Neutral – no smile, closed mouth, relaxed face |
Clothing | Dark, solid-colored clothing preferred; avoid white tops |
Glasses | Not allowed unless medically necessary. If wearing, ensure no glare or shadow |
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 visa 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.
Sending a passport photo size rather than 2x2 inches (5.08x5.08 cm)
Grinning or head tilting
Accessories, caps, or glasses that hide facial features
Images that are overexposed or underexposed
Background with patterns or shadows
Taking selfies at strange angles
PhotoGov automatically finds these problems and modifies your picture if necessary.
When taking pictures of babies and children for visa, 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:
Our online passport photo tool offers several features to help you create the perfect photo:
Our in-built cropping feature allows you to trim new visa photos and ensure that they don’t have uneven edges. This allows you to neaten up your picture and ensure it’s the proper size for your visa.
You can also resize your picture as needed through PhotoGov, meaning that the end result will be a perfectly proportioned image that will fit just right into your visa. Additionally, you don’t need to worry about stretching or squishing the image and ruining the quality.
If you can’t find a neutral background against which you can take a satisfactory picture, don’t worry; we have a background removal tool that can help you achieve the same results.
With the click of a button, you can have our auto-adjustment tool immediately optimize your image to meet brightness, color, and contrast standards.
Ensure the picture is clear with no pixelation or blurring.
Your face should occupy 70–80% of the height of the picture.
For submission, make sure the photo is under 1 MB and in JPEG or PNG format.
Print your image on premium matte or glossy photo paper. Make sure the size is precisely 2x2 inches.
For digital submission: Put the document on the visa site. Make sure it satisfies the requirements for file size and resolution.
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