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What is the correct background color for work permit photos in Thailand?
I've just been told work permit photos need a white background, not a blue one - is this correct? I've been hearing a lot of conflicting reports about background colour.
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There seems to be confusion regarding the required background color for work permit photos in Thailand. Some expats have provided conflicting information: while some report that their work permit photos were accepted with a white background, others have mentioned they used a blue background. Additionally, there have been discussions about different size requirements, with some suggesting that work permit photos should be smaller than regular visa photos, while others disagree. The consensus seems to recommend checking with the relevant authorities or photo service for the most accurate requirements.
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Valère *************************
My WP pic is on a white background. When applying for a Visa or extention they want a blue background.
Joe ***********
Right photoshopped: smaller, blue background, the FugiFilm gal put my head on a white shirt, tie and jacket - strange looking me - but the Labor Ministry didn't blink,
Andre **********************
Haha that’s right...
Andre **********************
Went to accompany friend to ML and his was photoshop to blue background and size smaller than a normal visa photo. This was last month only.
Jonathan ****************
OPThat's the first time I've heard it had to be smaller than a normal visa photo. Larger, yes, but never smaller.
Anna ****
Mine were done on a white background
Jonathan ****************
OPUnfortunately, mine didn't 😖
Anna ****
Also, didn't know - had to dress up professionally. Luckily, the photo guy had a variety of suits to put on.
Anna ****
The photo place knew what to do when I told them it's for a work permit
Jonathan ****************
OPThanks
Anna ****
Last month
Jonathan ****************
OPWhen did you get yours done?
Jeremy ********
Every country I have ever been in that I needed a Visa Pic for it was always a flat white background....
Jeremy ********
@Jonathan ***************
ask the company and their WP SME what should the right color...if they process WP's all day then they should have the up to date informationJonathan ****************
OPI'd rather be safe than sorry - I searched this group for info, and as of late august people were saying it had to be a blur background.
Jeremy ********
@Jonathan ***************
same same its still an official pictureJonathan ****************
OPExcept this isn't for a visa, it's for a work permit.
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