head 70–80 %
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SourceDepartment of Employment of Thailand
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Quick answer: The recommended Thailand work permit photo size is 30 × 40 mm. Plain light background without shadows or foreign objects. Head occupies 70–80% of photo height. Neutral expression, clear lenses only, no glare. Last verified .
Requirements
| Format | 30 × 40 mmICAO 9303: 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Head height | 70–80% of photo height |
| Background | Plain light background without shadows or foreign objects. |
| Pose | Full face, head centred, no tilt or rotation. |
| Expression | Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open. |
| Glasses | Eyes must be fully visible; no tinted lenses or strong reflections. See full rules → |
| Lighting | Shadows, overexposure, and reflections not permitted. |
| Head covering | Religious reasons only; must not cover the facial oval. |
| Attire | Neutral clothing without uniform or distracting accessories. |
| File format | JPEG · sRGB / 24-bit |
| Millimetres | 30 × 40 mm |
|---|---|
| Centimetres | 3 × 4 cm |
| Inches | 1.18 × 1.57″ |
| Pixels at 300 dpi | 354 × 472 px |
| Pixels at 600 dpi | 709 × 945 px |
Thailand work permit (ใบอนุญาตทำงาน) photos are administered by the Department of Employment (DOE / กรมการจัดหางาน) under Ministry of Labour. The format is typically 3×4 cm (30×40mm) or 4×6 cm (40×60mm) with white background.
Foreign workers tied to sponsoring employer; max 4 foreign workers per Thai employee in most industries. Photo captured at Ministry of Labour office during in-person application.
Work permit validity tied to visa duration (typically 1 year, renewable).
Examples and mistakes
A photo that will be accepted, next to the six most common reasons Thailand work permit photos get rejected.
Common reasons a document photo is rejected, checked against the requirements Department of Employment of Thailand publishes: what is wrong and what to change.
| Reason | Fix |
|---|---|
| Wrong size for DOE submission | Reprint at the size shown in the spec table |
| Background not pure white | Re-shoot against white backdrop |
| Photo older than 6 months | Re-shoot |
How to take it
Background: plain light
The tool puts in the required background. Stand half a metre from a plain light wall, face a window and shoot without flash — then there are no shadows on your face or on the wall.
Head: 70–80 % of the photo height
Camera at eye level, about a metre away; head and shoulders in the shot. The tool crops it to 30 × 40 mm.
Clear lenses only, no glare
If you wear glasses, check the shot: no glare on the lenses, eyes clearly visible.
Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open
Look straight into the lens with your head level; keep hair away from your eyes and eyebrows.
An ordinary selfie will do: we fix the background, light and framing ourselves — to this document's rules. The preview is free.
Head straightHold the phone at eye level and your head straightens by itself.
Face uncoveredMove your hair away so your eyes and eyebrows show.
No glare on glassesStand so that no light reflects in the lenses.Printing and submission
| 10 × 15 cm · 4 × 6″ | 10 (5 × 2) |
|---|---|
| A4 · 21 × 29.7 cm | 49 (7 × 7) |
Print at 100% scale, borderless, and turn off fit-to-page so each photo keeps its exact size.
| Authority | Department of Employment of Thailand |
|---|---|
| Source | Thailand work permit application form |
| Verified |
Questions
The recommended size for the Thailand work permit photo is 30 × 40 mm. The head occupies 70–80% of the photo height.
Yes, if it was taken within the last six months and meets the size and background rules of the work permit. If not, take a new one.
Plain light background without shadows or foreign objects. A plain, evenly lit wall without shadows or pattern is enough — the tool sets the required background colour.
Most offices accept a photo taken within the last six months. Use one that shows how you look now.
No. For Thailand work permit photos, wear ordinary clothes: no uniform or camouflage, nothing that hides your neck or shoulders. Religious head coverings are usually allowed if the face is fully visible.
We refund the payment in full. Email us within 14 days of purchase with your order number and the rejection notice from the Thailand authority.
30 × 40 mm = 3 × 4 cm = 1.18 × 1.57 inches. At 300 dpi that is 354 × 472 pixels; at 600 dpi, 709 × 945 pixels.
Religious reasons only; must not cover the facial oval. The face must stay fully visible from chin to forehead and on both sides, with no shadow across it.