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3x4 ID Photo for Applications / Job

A 3x4 cm ID photo for paperwork, job and school applications: front view, head uncovered, face and both ears visible, no glasses, tidy clothing. The background is usually white or blue; many administrative procedures require white, face filling about 75% of the frame, taken within the last 6 months.

Photo difficulty2/10

Photo specs

Print size	30 × 40 mm (3 × 4 cm)
Resolution	300
Background	White or blue (#FFFFFF)
Head size	Face fills about 75% of the photo area
Quantity	Usually 2–4 prints per application set
Recency	Best taken within the last 6 months
File note	For online admin procedures: JPEG 2000, at least 300 dpi

30 × 40 mm (3 × 4 cm) · Face fills about 75% of the photo area

Detailed rules

GlassesBest to remove glasses so eyes are clear

Hat / head coveringHead uncovered

Front-facingFace straight-on, both ears visible

Tidy clothingPrefer a collared shirt; avoid white on a white background

Background colorWhite or blue, per the receiving organization's request

Common rejection reasons

Wearing white on a white background, losing shoulder outline
Using a cropped selfie or casual photo
Background with patterns or shadows
Choosing the wrong background color for the receiver's requirement

Photo difficulty

Flexible standard; white or blue background both fine
Just needs a straight, tidy, clear-face shot

Frequently asked questions

White or blue background for a 3x4 application photo?

Both are common. Administrative procedures (police, public services) usually require white; job applications accept both white and blue. Ask the receiving office to be sure.

How recent must a 3x4 photo be?

Best within the last 6 months so it matches your current look and avoids rejection.

Official sources

Cổng Dịch vụ công Bộ Công an — Hướng dẫn quy chuẩn ảnh 3x4 — Verified on 04/07/2026

Updated 04/07/2026

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