Canada Passport Photo — size, requirements & online maker
A Canada passport photo is 50 × 70 mm (2 × 2¾ in), with the head sized at chin to crown (top of head) 31–36 mm, on a plain white background. Below are the official rules — verified from source — and you can turn a selfie into a compliant photo in minutes.
| Photo size | 50 × 70 mm (2 × 2¾ in) |
|---|---|
| Head size | Chin to crown (top of head) 31–36 mm |
| Background | Plain white |
| Format | Two identical 50 × 70 mm prints; colour or black & white; original and unaltered (no editing software, filters or AI) |
Canada passport photo rules
- Two identical photos, each 50 × 70 mm (2 × 2¾ in)
- Face 31–36 mm from chin to crown, hair off the face so the edges are visible
- Plain white background, uniform lighting, no shadows or glare
- Taken no more than 6 months before you submit
- Neutral expression; glasses only if eyes are clear with no glare (no tinted lenses)
- Original, unaltered photo taken by a commercial photographer — not printed at home
Make your Canada passport photo now
Upload a selfie — we crop it to 50 × 70 mm (2 × 2¾ in), fix the background and lighting, and check it against these rules before you pay. You get a digital file plus print-ready sheets.
Create my Canada photoSpecification verified against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — last checked 25 May 2026. Requirements can change; always confirm with the issuing authority before you submit.