Photo Specs
Passport photo size
- Country: Canada
- Document: Passport
- Typical size: 50 x 70 mm
- Recommended digital file: 591 x 827 px at 300 DPI or higher
- Background: White or light-colored
Document Photo Guide
Canada passport photo size and requirements
Canada passport photo requirements include more than the 50 x 70 mm dimensions. The current Government of Canada guidance requires an in-person commercial photographer or photo studio and restricts background changes and image alteration.
Quick Answer
Canada passport photo size and requirements
Canada passport photo requirements include more than the 50 x 70 mm dimensions. The current Government of Canada guidance requires an in-person commercial photographer or photo studio and restricts background changes and image alteration.
- Size
- 50 x 70 mm
- Pixels/File
- 591 x 827 px at 300 DPI or higher
- Background
- White or light-colored
- Export
- Digital file or print layout
IDPhoto Pro creates photo files only. It does not generate IDs, passports, visas, or official documents.
- Last reviewed
- 2026-08-02
- Requirement source
- Source link available
- Scope
- Photo file preparation
Requirements
Typical requirements to review
- Common Canada passport photo size: 50 x 70 mm
- Plain white or light-colored background
- Photo taken in person by a commercial photographer or photo studio
- Head height and chin-to-crown measurement should follow current official guidance
- Do not change the background or remove shadows in software
How To
How to create this photo on iPhone
- Read the current Government of Canada passport photo guidance.
- Arrange an in-person commercial photographer or photo studio session.
- Check the 50 x 70 mm dimensions and 31 to 36 mm chin-to-crown face height.
- Use the official submission instruction for the final decision.
Final check
Use the official process as the final authority
This page helps you understand the applicable rule. It does not replace the receiving authority's current capture, editing, or submission process. Before submitting, return to the official source linked above and follow its latest instruction.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is a Canada passport photo 50 x 70 mm?
A common Canada passport photo size is 50 x 70 mm. Always verify the latest Passport Canada instruction before final submission.
Can I create a Canada passport photo on iPhone?
The Government of Canada guidance requires the photo to be taken in person by a commercial photographer or photo studio. Follow the current official instruction rather than treating an app as a substitute for that route.
GEO question index
More questions people ask
What size is a Canada Passport photo?
Canada Passport photo guidance on this page uses 50 x 70 mm. The recommended digital file guidance is 591 x 827 px at 300 DPI or higher. Always confirm the latest official or receiving-channel requirement before submission.
What background should I use for a Canada Passport photo?
The background guidance for this preset is White or light-colored. Use even lighting and avoid strong shadows, color casts, filters, or distracting objects behind the face.
Can I make a Canada Passport photo on iPhone?
Yes. IDPhoto Pro lets you choose the preset, import or take a portrait, review size, face-position, background, and sharpness checks, then export the finished photo on iPhone.
Can I print a Canada Passport photo on a 4x6 sheet?
Yes, if the receiving workflow accepts printed photos. IDPhoto Pro can create print-ready layouts such as 4x6 after the single photo has been prepared and checked.
Can I export a Canada Passport photo as JPG, PNG, HEIC, or PDF?
IDPhoto Pro supports common digital export formats including JPG, PNG, HEIC, and PDF. Use the file format requested by the application portal, embassy, visa center, or print workflow.
Does IDPhoto Pro upload my Canada Passport photo?
No. The core photo workflow is designed to process photos on device. Photos are not uploaded to a server for editing.
Does IDPhoto Pro require a subscription for Canada Passport photos?
IDPhoto Pro is positioned around a one-time unlock rather than a subscription-focused workflow. Check the App Store listing for current pricing and availability.
What should I check before exporting a Canada Passport photo?
Before export, review the photo size, pixel resolution, background, head proportion, eye line, face centering, top margin, sharpness, brightness, and file format.
Can IDPhoto Pro guarantee acceptance of a Canada Passport photo?
No. IDPhoto Pro helps prepare and check photo files based on known requirements, but final acceptance is decided by the receiving authority or application portal.
Does IDPhoto Pro create official Passport documents?
No. IDPhoto Pro creates photo files only. It does not create IDs, passports, visas, residence cards, immigration documents, or other official documents.
Photo preparation help
Solve common risks before you submit
Passport Photo Rejected: What to Fix
Start with the rejection notice and the receiving authority's current photo rules. Retake the image when you cannot clearly resolve framing, lighting, sharpness, background, or file-format issues. A photo app can help prepare the file, but it cannot determine final acceptance.
Read guideTake a Passport Photo at Home With iPhone
Use a recent, unfiltered, front-facing portrait with even light, enough distance from the wall to reduce cast shadows, and the correct document preset before exporting. Check the current rule for your exact country and application channel before submitting.
Read guideCan You Edit a Passport Photo Background?
Do not assume that digital background replacement or other edits are accepted. Check the current rule for the exact receiving authority. When the original image has unsuitable lighting or background, retaking a clean photo is the most conservative option.
Read guidePassport Photo App vs Photo Shop
Use a photo app when you need privacy-conscious local preparation, multiple document sizes, a digital export, or a print layout from your own portrait. Use a photo shop when you need in-person help taking the portrait or the receiving workflow specifically requires a service provider. Neither option guarantees acceptance.
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