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Vietnam CV / Job Application Photo

A Vietnamese CV photo is usually 3×4 cm (some employers ask for 4×6 cm), on a white or light-blue background, front-facing, in smart attire (shirt/suit) with a friendly expression, taken within the last 6 months. It is a hiring convention, not a legal rule.

Photo difficulty3/10

Photo specs

Print size30 × 40 mm (3 × 4 cm)
Digital size354 × 472 px @300 DPI
Resolution300
BackgroundWhite or light blue (#FFFFFF)
Head sizeHead-and-shoulders portrait, face clearly visible
Quantity1 photo on the CV; paper files often add 2–4 prints (3×4 or 4×6)
RecencyBest taken within the last 6 months
File noteJPG/PNG when submitting an online CV
30 × 40 mm (3 × 4 cm) · Head-and-shoulders portrait, face clearly visible

Detailed rules

Slight friendly smileUnlike ID photos, a warm expression is welcome on a CV
Office attireCollared shirt, blazer or a neat dark top
GlassesAllowed if there is no glare and the eyes are visible
Selfie / casual snapshotUse a proper studio photo, not a cropped casual picture
Busy / outdoor backgroundPlain white or light-blue background

Common rejection reasons

  • Using a selfie or a cropped holiday photo
  • Wearing overly casual clothing (T-shirt, tank top)
  • An old photo that no longer matches your current look
  • Over-editing so the face looks different in person

Photo difficulty

  • No hard legal rule, only convention — wide tolerance
  • Mainly needs neat attire and a good expression

Frequently asked questions

Is a photo required on a Vietnamese CV?

Not legally required, but most Vietnamese employers expect a photo on the CV, especially for customer-facing roles, so a neat portrait is an advantage.

Should the CV photo be 3×4 or 4×6?

3×4 fits the CV layout neatly; paper application files often also ask for 3×4 or 4×6 prints. Preparing both sizes is safest.

Can I smile in a CV photo?

Yes. Unlike administrative ID photos, a CV photo should have a slight, friendly smile to make a good impression while staying professional.

Official sources

Updated 04/07/2026

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