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What is the main difference between the formal and informal qualifications for the House of Representatives?

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Informal qualifications are not political nature.
Informal qualifications are not political nature.

Formal qualifications do not have to be followed
Formal qualifications do not have to be followed

Formal qualifications are outlined in the Constitution
Formal qualifications are outlined in the Constitution

Informal qualifications deal with age and citizenship

Informal qualifications deal with personal characteristics such as experience, education, and social status, while formal qualifications are legally required and specified in the Constitution. For the House of Representatives, formal qualifications include being at least 25 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least 7 years, and a resident of the state during the time of election.