The complete Vietnam passport photo specification (Ministry of Public Security / Cục Quản lý xuất nhập cảnh) — the larger 4 × 6 cm format, a strict no-glasses rule, and an automated online check that rejects sloppy photos. Make a compliant photo online in 2 minutes.
Make a Vietnam Passport Photo →Per Vietnam's Immigration Department (PA08 guidance and Circular 69/2026/TT-BCA procedures). The same 4 × 6 cm size is used for passport applications filed online via VNeID or in person.
| Photo size | 4 × 6 cm (40 × 60 mm) portrait — larger than the ICAO 35 × 45 mm standard |
|---|---|
| Face height | About 75% of the photo; eyes roughly ⅔ up from the chin line |
| Background | Plain white, no patterns — dark or decorated backgrounds are rejected |
| Resolution | JPEG, minimum 300 DPI; the online portal scans and checks file quality automatically |
| Head position | Straight-on, head uncovered, both ears and eyebrows clearly visible |
| Glasses | Not allowed — mandatory removal (glare and frame obstruction are listed rejection reasons); no tinted lenses |
| Expression | Neutral, no smiling or frowning, eyes open |
| Recency | Taken within the last 6 months, showing current appearance |
| Clothing | Everyday attire; no scarves covering the neck, no uniforms |
Vietnam's online system auto-checks the upload — get it right the first time.
Glasses must come off entirely. Make sure hair does not cover the ears or eyebrows — the system checks for this.
Stand 1 m from a white wall with even daylight. Face the camera directly, neutral expression, ears visible.
We crop to the 4 × 6 cm format, set the face to about 75% of the frame and verify the white background at 300 DPI.