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Photo Specs
- Size: 60mm x 40mm for the visa photo. 2in x 2in only for the passport photo.
- Color: RGB only. No filters or black and white.
- Head size and position: Face the camera. Shoulders squared.
- Recency: No older than six months.
- Background: Solid, plain bright. No colors.
- Smile: None. Keep a neutral expression.
- Eyes: Must be visible and open.
- Glasses: Only if eyes can be clearly seen.
- Headgear: Religious purposes only.
- Dimensions and size (pixels): None specified.
- Attire, clothing, dress code: Don’t wear white as it blends with background.
- Beard: If you wear one normally, than ok. Otherwise no.
- Quantity needed in application: 2.
Vietnam Passport Photo Size Requirements Guide
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Vietnam Passport Photo and Visa Photo Requirements, Rules, Guidelines, and specifications
The Vietnamese government is much more relaxed on guidelines for visa or passport photos than other countries. This should allow for an easier task when completing an application and taking these photos. Though there are not too many specifications on how one needs to look or pose, it’s ideal to follow along with rules from other countries. After all, rejection of a picture does slow down your vacation and could cost more money for a retake. Here are a few requirements you should keep in mind when having your image transferred to paper:
- Sizing is not strict unlike other governments. If you’re a nanometer off, it’s ok. For a visa photo, you have the option of a 4x6 in centimeters or 2x2 in inches, which is 5.08x5.08 in cm. It doesn’t matter which you chose. For a passport photo, however, the photo must be a 4x6cm.
- Head sizing is not specified. No need to measure how big or small your face is as there are no rules on it. This doesn’t mean to zoom in on your nose or be so far away your face isn’t clear.
- Eyes need to be visible and looking directly at the camera. Prescription glasses are allowed so long as the frames are not thick, lenses aren’t tinted and there is no glare.
- As with most countries, no smiling. Keep your face relaxed and mouth closed.
- Each application needs two pictures printed on glossy photo paper.
- Keep lighting even across your face. By doing this, you rid any chance of shadows.
- Hair can be down so long as it’s not blocking the face.
- Hats, large hair pieces and gaudy jewelry shouldn’t be worn. If you require a headpiece for medical or religious reasons, it cannot obstruct the view of your face.
Rules and requirements for babies, infants, and newborns Passport and Visa photos
Not only do adults need passport and visa photos done, children require their own as well. If you are planning to take the family on a journey outside the country borders, each child or infant needs a photo. It can be a bit trickier photographing kids, especially infants which is why we have gathered a few suggestions to make it easier:
- No one else can be in the picture. This is the number one issue and cause of rejection for infant photos.
- Keep toys, bottles, pacifiers and other objects out of the image.
- If laying the child down or sitting in a chair, place a white sheet behind the baby. This way the background is solid white and mothering else is visible.
- Do your best to square up the child’s face and snap the picture with eyes open.
- Sizing and technicalities such as lighting stated above apply.
Price and Cost
Trying to figure out where and when to get a photo done for your passport or visa can confuse anyone these days. You have many options, from post office, local drug stores or taking a chance online with countless websites. Before jumping into a more comfortable idea or suggestion from a friend, take into consideration the cost of not just the photo itself but of fuel to get you around town and time. It takes a few hours if nothing goes wrong if you chose a post office for example. Not to mention, a set of 2 photos cost around 356,903 VND. Multiply that by 3 or 4 other family members and you’re in the seven figure range. Save that money for vacation! At iVisa Photos, a set of 2 passport or visa photos cost you 140,808 VND. You can afford to take the entire family and stuff the wallet with spending money.
How to get Vietnam Passport Photos or Vietnam Visa Photos Online?
The world is a playground and is only limited by your imagination. We at iVisa Photos believe you should experience the richness of the globe without wasting time or money. Our easy to use website allows you to freely work through a quick process and get your own photos done from home or the office. Use the passport photo booth with a tablet or smartphone and avoid traveling to find a professional photographer. We offer a 100% guarantee of government compliance before submission with your application. If you are not happy with any photo you have submitted, take as many retakes as you please at no extra charge. Our knowledgeable staff fine tunes each photo so you don’t have to worry. If you encounter any issues or have questions, there is always someone standing by to answer them. Give us a try and soon you’ll be jetted off into the horizon.
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