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What size is a Vietnam e-Visa photo?
The Vietnam e-Visa photo is a recent 4 × 6 cm portrait, uploaded at evisa.gov.vn as a JPG under 2 MB, facing the camera on a white background with no glasses or hat, plus an image of your passport data page. Australians need a visa for Vietnam, except 30-day stays flying directly into Phu Quoc.
Australian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam. The only visa-free exception is a stay of up to 30 days when you fly directly into Phu Quoc. Most travellers apply online for an e-Visa of up to 90 days, single or multiple entry. The Vietnam e-Visa photo is a recent 4 × 6 cm portrait, uploaded as a JPG under 2 MB, facing the camera on a white background with no glasses or hat.
Vietnam e-Visa photo size and requirements
| Photo size | 4 × 6 cm (40 × 60 mm), portrait |
|---|---|
| File | JPG or JPEG, under 2 MB |
| Background | White |
| Pose | Looking straight at the camera |
| Glasses | Not allowed on the e-Visa photo |
| Headwear | No hat |
| Also needed | An image of your passport data page |
Vietnam's official sources differ in places: an older portal limits the portrait to 50 KB. A recent photo without glasses, saved as a small JPG, meets both. If the form refuses a large file, try a smaller one.
Applying for a Vietnam e-Visa
Apply only on the official e-Visa portal, evisa.gov.vn. Since 15 August 2023 the e-Visa has been open to citizens of all countries, for stays of up to 90 days. The government fee is about US$25 for single entry and US$50 for multiple entry. You can also get a visa through the Embassy of Vietnam in Canberra.
How to get your Vietnam visa photo right
- Check what your trip needs. Read the guide above to see whether your Vietnam trip needs a visa or travel authorisation, and whether that application asks for a photo.
- Take a new photo. Take a recent photo facing the camera in even light, on a white background, ideally with someone else holding the camera. Compare it with the sample photos on this page.
- Crop it to the Vietnam size. Crop without stretching or editing, to match the requirements table. Photo size: 4 × 6 cm; Digital / submission: e-Visa upload; File: JPG, < 2 MB.
- Apply through the official channel. Upload or attach the photo as the official website, app, embassy or visa centre asks. Its current checklist takes priority over this guide.
Sample photos
Samples show pose, lighting and background. Crop your own photo to the Vietnam visa size.
Vietnam visa photo FAQ
4 × 6 cm (40 × 60 mm), uploaded as a JPG under 2 MB for the e-Visa. If the file is not a JPG, such as a HEIC photo from an iPhone, convert it with the free 123PhotoTool JPEG converter.
No. The e-Visa instructions ask for a front-facing photo without glasses.
Yes, except for stays of up to 30 days when flying directly into Phu Quoc. Most travellers apply for an e-Visa.
Official sources
- Vietnam e-Visa portal
- Vietnam e-Visa portal: Instructions
- Embassy of Vietnam in Australia: FAQ
- Vietnam Immigration Department: e-Visa
Last checked . Requirements and fees can change, so always confirm with the issuing agency before you apply. This site is independent and not affiliated with any government agency.