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Canadian Passport Photo Maker — Free Online
Canadian passport photos are larger than most: 50 mm wide by 70 mm high. Print the Passport Room sheet at true scale and check whether your application needs a guarantor or studio details on the back.
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Canadian Passport Photo requirements at a glance
| Photo size | 50 × 70 mm |
| Digital / pixels | Print only (photo studio stamp may be needed) |
| Head size | 31 – 36 mm chin to crown |
| Background | Plain white or light-coloured |
| Resolution | 300 DPI print-ready |
| Price on Passport Room | Free, unlimited, no watermark |
How to make a canadian passport photo in 3 steps
- Take or choose a photo — face the camera in even light against a plain wall.
- Pick "Canadian Passport Photo" in the size list — Passport Room crops to 50 × 70 mm and replaces the background.
- Download the digital file or a 4×6 print sheet and print at 100 % scale.
Photos that pass vs. photos that get rejected
Pass: sharp focus, eyes open and level, neutral expression, even light, plain background, taken within 6 months.
Rejected: shadows on face or background, tilted head, glasses glare, filters or beauty edits, hair covering eyes, wrong head size.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Canadian passport photo?
50 mm × 70 mm, with the face 31–36 mm from chin to crown.
Are home-printed photos accepted in Canada?
Requirements change; check IRCC guidance. Passport Room gives exact dimensions you can print at any photo shop.
Always confirm the latest rules with the official issuing authority before submitting — requirements can change.