A Canadian passport photo is 50 x 70 mm, which is 591 x 827 pixels at 300 DPI. Upload your photo below, position your head in the crop box, and download an image sized to the IRCC specification.
| Size | 50 x 70 mm |
|---|---|
| Pixels at 300 DPI | 591 x 827 |
| Face height | 31 to 36 mm from chin to crown |
| Background | Plain white or light coloured |
| Expression | Neutral, eyes open, mouth closed |
| Note | Printed copies need the studio name and date on the back |
Requirements last verified August 2026. Rules change, so always confirm against the current official notification before you submit.
Canada uses a larger photo than almost anywhere else, so a 35 x 45 mm European photo will not be accepted. The face must measure 31 to 36 mm from chin to crown, and the photographer details and date must be printed on the back of physical copies.
50 x 70 mm, which is 591 x 827 pixels at 300 DPI. It is larger than the 35 x 45 mm used in Europe.
No. The US uses a 2 x 2 inch square while Canada requires a 50 x 70 mm rectangle.
Printed photos need the studio name, full address and the date the photo was taken.