Canada Passport Photo (50x70 mm)

Canadian passport photos are larger than most countries - 50x70 mm with specific head height requirements from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Resize your photo to the Canadian standard below.

Size: 50x70 mm (approximately 2x2 3/4 inches)
Head height: 31-36 mm (face from chin to crown)
Background: plain white
Color, taken within last 6 months, neutral expression
No glasses

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Can I take my own Canadian passport photo?

Yes. IRCC accepts self-taken photos, but a guarantor must sign the back confirming the photo is a true likeness. The photo can also be taken by a friend or family member as long as it meets the technical requirements.