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Canada Passport Photo

Make a compliant Canada passport or visa photo in seconds — free, private, and processed entirely in your browser. We remove the background, set a plain white backdrop, and export the exact size.

Make a Canada passport photo

Canada passport photo requirements

Photo size 50 × 70 mm
Pixels (300 DPI) 591 × 827 px
Background plain white
Head size 32–36 mm tall — roughly 70–80% of the photo — centred, with the eyes level and looking straight ahead.

Canada uses a larger 50×70 mm photo for passports.

How to make your Canada photo

  1. 1. Upload a portrait

    A clear, front-facing photo with even lighting. The background is removed automatically.

  2. 2. Fit the guides

    The 50×70 mm frame is pre-selected — line your head up with the crown and chin guides.

  3. 3. Download or print

    Export the exact size at 300 DPI, or a 6×4 inch sheet of copies for any photo kiosk.

Start now — it's free

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Canada passport photo?
A Canada passport photo is 50 × 70 mm, which is 591 × 827 pixels at 300 DPI.
What background should a Canada passport photo have?
It should be a plain white background with even lighting and no shadows. This tool removes your original background and replaces it automatically.
How big should the head be in a Canada passport photo?
The head should be 32–36 mm tall — roughly 70–80% of the photo — centred, with the eyes level and looking straight ahead.
Can I make a Canada passport photo online for free?
Yes. Upload a photo, position your head inside the guides and download the exact size — free, with no watermark, and your photo never leaves your device.
Can I print my Canada passport photo at home?
Yes. Use the 6×4 inch print-sheet option to tile several copies onto a standard print you can order at any pharmacy or photo kiosk.

Passport photo sizes for other countries

United States United Kingdom Australia India Schengen Visa (EU) Germany France Italy

This is a free helper tool, not an official government service. Requirements can change — always confirm the exact rules for your application before submitting. Your photo is processed entirely in your browser and is never uploaded.