Vietnam · Photo requirements
Vietnam ID Card Photo Requirements 2026
The Vietnamese Citizen ID Card uses a smaller 30×40 mm photo specification — different from the 40×60 mm passport format. Plain white background. The photo is captured on-site at the local Public Security office (Công an phường/xã) during ID registration.
Quick specs
Photo size
30 × 40 mm
1.18 × 1.57 inches
Head height
Centered
chin to crown
Background
Plain white.
Authority
Vietnam Immigration Department
Key details
- ID Card uses 30×40 mm — different from the 40×60 mm Vietnamese passport.
- Vietnamese ID photos are captured on-site during ID registration.
Shared rules with the country overview
These apply to every document this country issues — see the full breakdown on the country page.
Background
Plain white. No textures, patterns, shadows, or coloured walls.
Expression and eyes
Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open. No smiling.
Glasses
Glasses are not recommended. If worn, no glare and the eyes must be fully visible.
Recency
The photo must have been taken within the last six months.
Frequently asked questions
What size for a Vietnam ID Card photo? +
30×40 mm — different from the 40×60 mm used for the Vietnamese passport.
Can I use a passport photo for the Vietnamese ID Card? +
No — the sizes are different. ID Card requires the smaller 30×40 mm format.
Does the Public Security office take the ID photo? +
Yes — the photo is captured on-site during ID registration.
How long is the Vietnamese ID Card valid? +
Until age 25, then renewed at 25, 40, and 60 years of age.
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