Lao Passport Photo

The Photograph Attached to a Lao Passport Request

A passport application in Laos uses the photograph as part of the identity paperwork submitted to the Consular Affairs Department. The Department’s application guidance calls for a colour photograph measuring 4 × 6 cm on a white background, attached to the application with the village authority’s certification. Preparing the picture and preparing the form therefore belong to the same stage of the request.

The photo should be a clear portrait that preserves a recognisable likeness. Check the detailed specifications below before attaching the image, particularly the background and framing. Keep the face sharp and naturally lit; our photo quality guidance helps identify blur or processing that may be less obvious when viewing a small preview.

If you are applying through a Lao embassy, follow its instructions for the passport service and accompanying identity documents. The embassy’s published guidance asks applicants to complete the passport application and submit the requirements described in its own guidance and form. Our embassy and consulate directory can help identify the appropriate representation before you send documents or arrange an appointment.

Keep a clean original image from which further prints can be made if requested. Do not assume that a photo accepted for another country’s visa has the same presentation needed for a Lao passport application. Our photo preparation instructions support preparation, while the Consular Affairs Department or receiving mission determines how the photograph, certified form and identity evidence must be submitted together.