What size photo do I need for a Thailand visa?

4 x 6 cm (1.57 x 2.36 inches) for visa on arrival. Some embassy applications accept 35x45mm.

What background is required for a Thailand visa photo?

A plain white background with no patterns or shadows.

How many photos do I need for a Thailand visa on arrival?

One recent passport-sized photograph (4x6cm) is required.

Thailand Visa Photo

Size & Requirements 2026 · Last updated: 2026-05-02

Photo Specifications

Dimensions

40 × 60 mm

DPI

300

Background

white

Format

JPEG

Max Size

2048 KB

Head Height

70-80%

Photography Guidelines

1 Taken within the last 6 months
2 4 x 6 cm size for visa on arrival applications
3 Plain white background with no patterns or shadows
4 Full face, front view looking directly at the camera
5 Neutral expression, no smiling or showing teeth
6 No glasses, hats, or head coverings unless for religious reasons

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Wrong photo size

Visa on arrival requires 4x6cm, not the standard 35x45mm passport size

Patterned or colored background

Background must be plain white, not blue or patterned

Photo too old

Must be taken within the last 6 months

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Official References

Information on this page is based on the following official sources:

Thai e-Visa on Arrival - Photo Specification
Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Visa Application