Canada passport photo size and requirements
The Canada passport photo is 50 x 70 mm, with the head 31 to 36 mm (chin to crown (top of head)). Checked against the official source on 2 October 2026.
| Printed size (width x height) | 50 x 70 mm |
|---|---|
| Head height | 31 to 36 mm, chin to crown (top of head) |
| Digital photo | Online renewal only: at least 1,200 x 1,800 px and no larger than 3,000 x 4,500 px, 3:2 portrait, chin to crown 45% to 50% of the height |
| File size | 200 KB to 5 MB (online renewal) |
| Background | plain white or light-coloured |
| Who takes it | A commercial photographer or photo studio, printed professionally (no home prints). Digital files come straight from the photographer's camera. |
| How recent | Taken no more than 6 months before you apply |
Why there is no maker for this one: Canada does not accept cropped or edited photos: the official page lists cropping around the head and shoulders and changing the background as not allowed, and the photo must come from a commercial photographer. This tool therefore does not make this photo; take the spec below to your photographer.
Good to know
- Paper applications need 2 identical photos.
- Glasses are accepted if the eyes are clearly visible with no glare; tinted lenses are refused.
Official source
Independent tool, not affiliated with any government. Always check the official requirements linked on this page before you apply.