Canadian passport photo maker (50×70 mm)
Updated Nothing is uploaded
Canada uses a larger photo than most countries: 50 mm wide × 70 mm high, with 31–36 mm from chin to crown. Below you can frame it correctly — but read the photographer note first, because Canada has a rule that makes home-made prints tricky.
- 50×70 mm
- Head 31–36 mm
- plain white or light-coloured
Rules from Government of Canada — Passport photos. Final acceptance is always up to the issuing authority.
How to make your Canadian passport photo online
- Choose the size and upload a front-facing photo (JPG, PNG or iPhone HEIC).
- Click the top of your head and then your chin. The photo is scaled so your head is exactly the required height.
- Fine-tune by dragging and zooming until every check is green. Adjust brightness or lighten the background if needed.
- Download the single photo for online forms, or a 4×6 in print sheet (or A4/Letter) and print it at a photo lab or at home.
Canada photo requirements
| Size | 50 mm wide × 70 mm high (2 × 2¾ in). |
|---|---|
| Head size | 31 mm to 36 mm from chin to crown (natural top of head). |
| Background | Plain white or light-coloured, evenly lit, with no shadows. |
| Glasses | Allowed if your eyes are clearly visible, with no glare and no tinted lenses. Removing them is safest. |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, looking straight at the camera. |
| How recent | Taken within the last 6 months. |
| Head coverings | Only for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must be visible. |
- Two identical photos are required for paper applications.
- Printed on high-quality photographic paper, with no rips or marks.
Size in pixels and per print
Printed photos are made at 300 DPI (dots per inch). These are the exact pixel sizes this tool exports, and how many copies fit on one 4×6 in (10×15 cm) print:
| Photo | Size | 300 DPI | 600 DPI | Per 4×6 print |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada passport (50×70 mm) | 50×70 mm (1.97×2.76 in) | 591×827 px | 1181×1654 px | 4 |
How to take a passport photo at home
- Light: face a window in daylight, or use two lamps either side of the camera. Avoid a single overhead light — it casts shadows under the eyes and chin.
- Background: stand about 1 m (3 ft) in front of a plain white or light-grey wall so your shadow falls behind you, not on the wall.
- Camera: ask someone to hold the phone at eye level about 1.2–1.5 m away and use the normal 1× lens. Selfies at arm's length make noses look bigger and can be rejected.
- Pose: shoulders square, head straight, hair behind the ears, no hat. Take several shots and pick the sharpest.
- Leave room: include your shoulders and space above your head. The tool crops it down — it can't add what isn't there.
Official source
Requirements change. We checked these in October 2026, but always confirm with the issuing office before printing.
Related tools
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Canadian passport photo?
50 × 70 mm (about 2 × 2.75 inches), with the head 31–36 mm from chin to crown.
Can I print my own Canadian passport photo?
Only if a photographer can stamp or write their name, address and the date on the back, which Canada requires. Most people use a studio; online renewals accept a digital photo.
Are glasses allowed in Canadian passport photos?
Yes, as long as your eyes are fully visible with no glare or tint. Many people take them off to avoid problems.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Cropping, adjustments and the print sheet are all made in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device and nothing is stored.
Your business here? Sponsor this tool from $9/week. See placements