What size is a Canada passport photo?
TL;DR A Canada passport photo is 50 × 70 mm on a plain white or light-coloured background, supplied at 591 × 827 px (300 DPI). The expression must be neutral, mouth closed, looking directly at camera, and the photo must have been taken within the last 6 months.
Specification at a glance
| Print size | 50 × 70 mm |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 591 × 827 px at 300 DPI |
| Background | plain white or light-coloured (#FFFFFF) |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Gaze | Directly at camera |
| Maximum age of photo | 6 months |
Rules that apply to this document
- Frame is 50 x 70 mm — NOT the 35 x 45 mm most countries use
- Chin to crown must measure 31-36 mm
- Two identical photos required
- Colour or black and white both accepted
Can I wear a head covering?
A habitually worn religious or cultural head covering — a tudung, hijab, turban, kippah or songkok — is generally permitted, provided your face stays visible: forehead edge, both cheeks, jaw line and chin.
Where these figures come from
Checked against the issuing authority's own page on 2026-09-02. Published by the issuing authority: www.canada.ca. SGfoto is independent, not affiliated with or endorsed by any government or issuing authority, and does not guarantee acceptance. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Common questions
- What size is a Canada passport photo?
- A Canada passport photo is 50 × 70 mm, printed or supplied digitally at 591 × 827 pixels (300 DPI), on a plain white or light-coloured background.
- Can I take a Canada passport photo with my phone?
- Yes. Take a plain, front-facing photo in even light and SGfoto reformats it to 50 × 70 mm on a plain white or light-coloured background. Hold the phone at eye level — a shot from above or below looks less like you.
- How recent must a Canada passport photo be?
- It must have been taken within the last 6 months.
- Can I wear a head covering in a Canada passport photo?
- A habitually worn religious or cultural head covering — a tudung, hijab, turban, kippah or songkok — is generally permitted, provided your face stays visible: forehead edge, both cheeks, jaw line and chin.
- How much does a Canada passport photo cost on SGfoto?
- The watermarked preview is free, so you see the result before paying. The full-resolution file is S$1.99.
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