Canada & Mexico
Canada Passport Photo Size & Requirements
The Canada Passport photo size is 50x70 mm (1.97×2.76 in, 591×827 px at 300 DPI). The head should fill about 44-56% of the photo height, with the eye line near 50% from the bottom, on a white background.
Make this photo free →Requirements at a glance
- Photo size
- 50x70 mm
- Pixels at 300 DPI
- 591×827 px
- Head height
- 44-56%
- Eye line (from bottom)
- 50%
- Background
- White
- Format
- JPG, 300 DPI
These are the preset values PassportSnap AI uses in its editor. They are not an official statement by the issuing authority, which decides what it accepts.
How to make a Canada Passport photo online
- Open the editor and choose this preset.
- Upload or take a clear, front-facing photo.
- Let the AI centre your face and remove the background.
- Download the photo or a print sheet.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Canada Passport photo size?
50x70 mm (591×827 pixels at 300 DPI, 1.97×2.76 inches).
What background colour is required for a Canada Passport photo?
White. Use a plain, evenly lit background with no shadows or patterns. PassportSnap AI can replace the background for you.
How big should my head be in a Canada Passport photo?
Head height should be about 44-56% of the photo height, and your eye line about 50% up from the bottom. The editor shows a guide for this.
Can I make a Canada Passport photo at home for free?
Yes. Upload a photo, let the AI centre your face and fix the background, then download a single photo or a printable 4x6, 5x7 or A4 sheet. Your photo never leaves your device.
Are the requirements official?
They follow the published rules as we understand them, but authorities can change them. Always check with the official passport authority of Canada before you submit.
Official source
Rules can change. Check the issuing authority before you submit: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada: passport photo requirements. Last reviewed 27 October 2026. PassportSnap AI prepares your photo but cannot guarantee acceptance.
