One bad portrait is among the fastest ways to delay a Vietnam eVisa. Portals auto-check uploads; blurry selfies and cropped passport booklet photos often trigger resubmissions or rejection. Get your photo right once—then start your application.
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What your eVisa portrait should look like
Think passport studio quality, not social media:
- Plain background — white or off-white; no patterns, furniture, or outdoor scenery.
- Full face forward — eyes open, mouth closed, neutral expression.
- Even lighting — no harsh shadow on one cheek; no flash reflection on skin.
- No filters — beauty modes change skin tone and fail face-matching checks.
- Recent likeness — taken within the last six months if your appearance changed (haircut, beard, weight).
Size, ratio, and file format
Portal limits can change; success usually means:
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Portrait orientation; often ~600×800 px or similar—use the exact number on the upload screen |
| Format | JPEG unless the portal specifies PNG |
| File size | Under the stated MB cap; compress without softening eyes or edges |
| Crop | Top of hair to chin, slight shoulder visible—face not tiny in frame |
If the system shows required pixels, match them exactly—do not guess from old blog screenshots.
Glasses, head coverings, and children
Glasses: Remove non-prescription frames. For prescription lenses, reduce glare or photograph without glasses if the portal allows.
Head coverings: Permitted for religious reasons when the full face remains visible from hairline to chin.
Children: Baby alone in frame; no toys blocking the face. Parents may support infants from behind a plain sheet—see /faq/children-visa-vietnam.
Passport scan vs portrait photo (two different uploads)
| Upload | What to submit |
|---|---|
| Bio-page scan | Full colour passport photo page—MRZ lines, holograms, all corners |
| Portrait file | Separate headshot—not the tiny photo printed inside the passport |
Do not swap these files. Airlines and immigration compare your live face to both images.
Fixing common rejection messages
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Background not uniform | Hang a white sheet; stand ~1 m from it |
| Face too small | Crop tighter while keeping full head and shoulders |
| File too large | Resize to required pixels; JPEG ~85% quality |
| Mismatch with passport | Retake after major appearance change |
| Blurry or dark | Daylight near a window; hold phone steady |
DIY photo setup in five minutes
- Stand facing a plain white wall or sheet.
- Ask someone to shoot at eye level—not from below.
- Keep arms down; face fills roughly 70% of the frame.
- Export once; zoom to confirm eyes and ears are sharp.
- Upload on stable Wi‑Fi; re-check passport spelling on the form.
Before you submit the full application
Cross-check name and passport number against the MRZ. Pair this guide with:
- /blog/vietnam-evisa-requirements-guide-2026
- /faq/vietnam-evisa-requirements
- /check-requirement for nationality rules
Frequently asked questions
What size photo do I need?
Use the portal’s stated pixels—typically a tall portrait JPEG under the file-size limit.
Can I wear glasses?
Only if clear and glare-free; many travelers succeed without glasses.
Can I use my passport’s printed photo?
No for the portrait slot—submit a fresh digital headshot.
Why was my photo rejected?
Background, size, filters, or mismatch with your passport scan—retake with plain backdrop and even light.
Apply for your Vietnam eVisa when your portrait and passport scan are ready.
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