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Vietnam Visa Photo Guidelines

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  1. Do I need a photo for a Vietnam visa?
    1. Photo for visa application at the Vietnamese embassy:
    2. Photo for e-visa application
    3. Photos for visa on arrival
  2. What are the photos for?
  3. Acceptable photos

Having a correct photo is important when applying for a Vietnamese visa. While the photo requirements may not be as complicated as other documents, it's essential not to be careless because using unqualified photos can result in visa application rejection.

Do I need a photo for a Vietnam visa?

An ID photo is a mandatory requirement for foreign nationals applying for a Vietnamese visa. If the photos do not meet the specific requirements set by the Vietnam Immigration Department, it may delay or jeopardize your visa application and entry process.

Photo requirements in brief:

Embassy visa
  • 1 photo required (4x6cm or 2x2in)
  • 1 application form

E-visa application
  • 1 photo required (white background, recently taken)
  • Portrait photo (4x6cm)
  • Passport data page (clear image showing personal bio info)

Visa on arrival
  • 2 photos required
  • White background, no glasses
  • Recently taken (within 6 months)

Photo for visa application at the Vietnamese embassy:

To apply for a visa at a Vietnamese embassy or consulate, you must submit at least one photo.

Sample photo Requirements
Embassy visa photo
Embassy visa photo
  • 1 photo (4x6cm or 2x2in)
  • White background

Photo for e-visa application

For e-visa applications, two images are required:

Sample photos Requirements
E-visa photo
Accepted photo for e-visa application
  • Portrait photo (4x6cm)
  • White background, no glasses
Passport scan
Accepted passport bio scan
  • Clear scan with visible personal bio information
  • ICAO lines must be readable

Photos for visa on arrival

For visa on arrival, bring two passport-sized photos with you to present at the airport upon arrival in Vietnam.

Sample photo Requirements
Visa on arrival photo
Accepted photo for visa on arrival
  • 2 photos (4x6cm or 2x2in)
  • Recently taken, white background
  • No glasses or hats

What are the photos for?

For all types of visas—whether for Vietnam or other countries—ID photos are essential. The number and type of photos depend on how you apply:

  • Embassy/Consulate visa: 1 photo attached to the application form
  • Visa on arrival: 2 photos (1 for the form and 1 for presentation at immigration if requested)

Acceptable photos

Vietnam visa photo requirements
Vietnam visa application photo guidelines (Photo: Shutterstock)

Regulations for visa photos (especially for visa on arrival):

  • 2 passport-size photos (4x6cm)
  • Must be identical, taken within the last 6 months
  • Color, printed on photo paper, with a white or light-colored background
  • Full-face visible, straight head position
  • Head size from top to chin: approx. 3.6 cm; top edge to top of head: approx. 0.6 cm
  • No uniforms; casual clothing preferred
  • No hats or headscarves unless for religious purposes
  • No sunglasses or tinted lenses; prescription glasses only. If wearing glasses for health reasons, provide a medical certificate

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Sarah Yolleck
United States 7 months ago

hi- I have to re-upload a photo to my Visa application but I'm not able to do so when I login with my credentials. How do I submit a new photo on an existing application?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 7 months ago

@Sarah Yolleck, to re-upload a photo or update your existing visa application, you can use the link below to check the status and make amendments:

https://evisa.gov.vn/e-visa/search

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Doug
Canada 7 months, 1 week ago

I am applying for a tourist visa at the Vietnam Embassy in London UK. Do I need to bring paper copies of my passport photo or is a digital photo on my phone acceptable?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 7 months, 1 week ago

@Doug, it seems the embassy will require your valid passport and other supporting documents (approval letter). You can check the full requirements on the official website below:

https://vietnamembassy.org.uk/consular-services/visa/ii-tourist-visa/ii-1-required-documents/

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Jean
Canada 1 year, 7 months ago

As I am going december 4 from Montréal trough transit in Paris arriving in Ho Chi Minh in december 6...Am I better to ask to receive my visa or demand my visa when I arrived? If it's more secure can I ask an agency to make a letter of welcome to me to process the visa when I arrived in Ho Chi Minh? Do you do that....in that case how can you do that for me...if you do that....and what is the cost....if you don't do that...can you refer me to an agency that you trust and that make it at reasonnable cost?

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carla winston
United States 1 year, 9 months ago

I am a US citizen coming from Singapore on tourist visitor. Can I do an e visa to enter Vietnam. Do I need to bring passport photos or can I upload photos from my phone to the evisa application site?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 year, 9 months ago

@carla winston, Yes, you can apply for an e-visa, and you can use photos from your phone. There's no need to bring a photo to the Vietnam airport.

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Timothy
United States 1 year, 10 months ago

4x6 cm does not work when uploading. what should I do?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 year, 10 months ago

@Timothy, Maybe your photos are too large, and the images should be below 2M in size.

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Lisa
Canada 1 year, 10 months ago

Does it have to be an official passport photo from an agency or can I take the photo myself?

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A Answered by Lan Answered 1 year, 10 months ago

@Lisa, You can take a photo yourself, but please make sure, the photo meets these requirements:

  • Size:4x6cm
  • Looking straight and without glasses.

 

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Willy W
Canada 2 years ago

For E-Visa, because we need to upload the photos, which means we don't need a hard copy, there won't be any photo sizes, so 4x6cm is not relevant?

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 2 years ago

@Willy W, Yes, please make sure your photos are of high quality, recently taken, and have a white background.

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Kriti M
India 2 years, 1 month ago

What about E-visa? Do they accept uploaded photos that are not 4*6cm?

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 2 years, 1 month ago

@Kriti M, Please follow the exact guidelines on the official website to avoid having your application declined.

  • https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/web/guest/faq
  • Portrait photo (4x6cm): Looking straight and without glasses.
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Audrey Sibbald
United States 2 years, 2 months ago

We have received and printed the Approval Letter, and the "on arrival" form. We also had our passport pictures taken: " photos of 4cm*6cm" Do we attach one picture to the "on arrival" form? The picture location on the first page of the form does not look as large as the passport picture. The picture will overlap onto Point 1 - Full Name.... I have checked to make sure the passport picture is the correct size.

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 2 years, 2 months ago

@Audrey Sibbald, That is fine, just attach the photo on the first page of the form. There is no problem if the photos are larger than the form photo box.

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Valters Apfelbaums
Latvia 2 years, 2 months ago

I have made two photos for visa application, however, they are 3,5cm x 5cm. is it ok, or do i have to make another photos that would be 2x2 inches? Also, where exactly i can find on arrival form? is it distributed in the flight?

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A Answered by Lina Tran Answered 2 years, 2 months ago

@Valters Apfelbaums, In some urgent cases, 3,5cm x 5cm photos are also accepted, therefore you do not have to take new photos. Regarding the entry exit form, you can download it here and fill it out before you fly.

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Frequently asked questions

1. Is this requirement applied to everyone, both adults and children?

Yes. These photo requirements apply to all travelers to Vietnam, including both adults and children. For children, make sure that the photo clearly shows the entire face of the child, with no other person or objects (such as toys or blankets) visible in the frame.

2. If I always wear wigs, do I have to take them off?

No. If you regularly wear a wig, you may keep it on when taking the visa photo.

3. Can I use photos taken a year ago?

No. Photos must be taken within the last 6 months to accurately reflect the applicant's current appearance.

4. Do children also need a visa photo?

Yes, children also need to provide photos when applying for visas, and they must meet the same requirements as adults.

5. In case I do not have a 4x6cm photo, can I use a 3x4 cm instead?

No. A passport-sized photo is required for the visa application. The standard size of passport photos in Vietnam is 4x6 cm. Therefore, if you only have a 3x4 cm photo, you will need to take a new one that meets the correct size requirement. In case of emergency, photo booths are usually available at the Embassy/Consulate or airport for a fee.

6. How many photos do I have to prepare?

You must prepare at least one photo if applying for a visa at the embassy, and at least two photos if applying for a visa on arrival. The photos will be affixed to the visa application form upon submission.

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