Canadian Passport Photo Size Requirements
Canadian passport photos have specific requirements that differ from UK, US, and EU standards. The Canadian government requires a 50×70mm (2×2.75 inch) photo on a plain white background, with the face measuring 31–36mm from chin to crown. This guide covers every official requirement so your photo passes inspection at Service Canada or a passport application centre.
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Canadian passport photos have specific requirements that differ from UK, US, and EU standards. The Canadian government requires a 50×70mm (2×2.75 inch) photo on a plain white background, with the face measuring 31–36mm from chin to crown.
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Take the photo against a white background
Canadian passport photos require a plain white background — unlike UK which allows cream. Ensure no shadows on the background. Natural daylight or balanced artificial light works best.
Position face correctly
The face must be 31–36mm in a 70mm-tall photo (about 44–51% of total height). Look straight at the camera with mouth closed. Eyes must be open and clearly visible.
Use the Passport Photo tool
Upload your photo to the Passport Photo Maker to crop and size it correctly for Canadian requirements.
Get two identical copies printed
Canadian applications require two identical printed photos. Print at a pharmacy or photo centre at 300 DPI on photo paper.
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Format & File Size Comparison
Same 1080×1080px photo processed four ways
| Format | Quality | File Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PNG (original) | Perfect | 4.2 MB | No compression — too large for web |
| Compressed PNG | Visually identical | 1.1 MB | −74% — transparency preserved |
| JPG (85% quality) | Excellent | 310 KB | −93% · Best for photos |
| WebP (85%)BEST | Excellent | 205 KB | −95% · Recommended for web |
Based on a 1080×1080px photo. Results vary by image content and complexity.
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