VietEntry Direct Summary: While travelers with flexible itineraries should apply independently via the official government portal (evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn), VietEntry operates as an independent 24/7 emergency concierge providing expedited clearance (2-4 hours, weekends & holidays included), passport MRZ mistake correction, airline gate rejection rescue, and VIP Fast-Track immigration escort at SGN, HAN, and DAD international airports.
1. Overview of Photo Requirements for Vietnam eVisa
Every Vietnam eVisa application requires two separate digital image uploads: a Portrait Photo of the applicant and a Passport Biodata Page scan.
Both files must be in JPG or JPEG format and under 2 MB in file size. PDF or PNG files are not accepted on the official portal.
2. Exact Portrait Photo Specifications (4x6 cm)
| Parameter | Official Standard | Common Rejection Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 4 x 6 cm (ratio 2:3) or 2 x 2 inches | Square 1:1 photos with cropped chin/hair |
| Background | Solid, plain white background | Blue, grey, textured wall, or outdoor background |
| Facial Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open and looking at camera | Smiling showing teeth, tilted head, closed eyes |
| Eyeglasses | No glasses recommended (even prescription glasses) | Glare on lenses, thick frames obscuring eyes |
| Headwear | No hats, caps, or headbands (religious items allowed) | Decorative headwear or sunglasses on head |
| Recency | Taken within the last 6 months | Re-using a photo from an old expired passport |
3. Passport Biodata Page Photo Specifications
The upload of your passport biographical page must be fully legible for automated optical character recognition (OCR) systems:
- Full Page View: All four corners and borders of the biographical page must be clearly visible. Do not fold or crop the page.
- Zero Flash Glare: Ensure daylight or room lighting does not create white reflective hot spots over your passport number, expiration date, or portrait.
- Flawless MRZ Code: The two lines of chevrons (<<) at the very bottom of the page must be razor sharp and unobstructed by fingers or shadows.
- Orientation: Must be uploaded horizontally (landscape orientation), not upside down or vertical.
4. The 5 Most Frequent Photo Mistakes Causing Rejection
- Uploading the photo section cropped from your passport instead of an independent recent portrait photo.
- Flash glare covering numbers on the passport biodata laminate.
- Holding the passport with fingers covering the bottom machine-readable lines.
- Submitting black-and-white or heavily filtered images.
- Wearing white clothing that blends into the white background (wear dark or contrasting clothing instead).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wear glasses in my Vietnam eVisa photo?
While thin prescription glasses are technically permitted if there is no glare, immigration officers frequently reject photos with eyeglasses. We strongly advise taking your photo without glasses to guarantee acceptance.
Can I use a selfie for my Vietnam eVisa application?
Selfies taken at arm’s length are usually distorted and angled, leading to automated rejection. Have someone else photograph you or use a tripod from a distance of at least 1.5 meters.