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Canadian Passport photos (50 × 70 mm), sized to official specs
Passport Program Canada requires 50×70 mm (2×2.75 in) photos with head height between 31 and 36 mm. Generate and print compliant Canadian photos in your browser.
- 1 Upload
- 2 Adjust
- 3 Download
- 50 × 70 mm (2 × 2.75 in)
- Head 31 – 36 mm (44 – 51%)
- Plain white or light-coloured
Order a standard 4×6 in photo print (10×15 cm in Europe) at Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Boots or any local kiosk for ~35¢. Cut along the dashed guidelines.
How to avoid "Printer Scaling" passport rejections
1. Scale must be 100%: In your printer settings or kiosk software, choose "Actual Size" or "Scale: 100%". Never check "Fit to Printable Area" or "Shrink to Fit" (which shrinks 2×2 in down to 1.7 in).
2. Physical Ruler Calibration: We include an exact 1.00 inch (25.4 mm) reference scale printed in the margin of the 4×6 sheet. Lay a real ruler over that bar—if it measures exactly 1 inch, your head dimensions are 100% compliant!
3. Paper Quality: Use glossy or matte photo paper (never plain copy paper).
Complete Guide: How to Take and Print a Canada Passport & Visa Photo at Home
Applying for or renewing a Canadian passport requires strict adherence to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) standards. Unlike U.S. photos, Canadian passport photos are 50 mm wide by 70 mm high with a smaller head proportion.
1. 50×70 mm Dimensions
The photo must measure exactly 50 mm wide by 70 mm high (2 inches wide by 2 3/4 inches high).
2. Face Height Requirement
The face length from chin to crown must be between 31 mm (1 1/4 in) and 36 mm (1 7/16 in).
Three steps. Under a minute.
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Snap a photo
Stand facing a plain light wall in daytime lighting. Hold your smartphone camera at eye level.
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Align with biometric guide
Drag, zoom, and tilt until chin and crown fit the official Canada Passport & Visa Photo tolerance zones.
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Save & print for 35¢
Download the uncompressed digital file and the 4×6 print sheet with multiple copies.
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Canada Passport & Visa Photo Official Specifications (2026)
- Dimensions
- 50 mm wide × 70 mm high (2 × 2 3/4 in)
- Head Size
- Between 31 mm and 36 mm from chin to crown
- Background
- Plain white or light-coloured background
- Expression
- Neutral facial expression, mouth closed, looking straight ahead
Government compliance notice: Guidelines strictly correspond to Code of Federal Regulations 22 CFR 51.26 and ICAO Doc 9303.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Canadian passport photo?
Canadian passport photos must measure 50 mm wide by 70 mm high (2 inches wide by 2 3/4 inches high).
How many mm should the face be on a Canadian passport photo?
The distance from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head must be between 31 mm and 36 mm.
How PassQuickSnap compares to pharmacies & paid apps
| Feature | PassQuickSnap (In-Browser) | Walgreens / CVS | Paid Photo Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Cost | Free (+ ~$0.35 for 4×6 print) | $16.99 – $17.99 | $12.00 – $16.00 paywall |
| Photos Included | 6–8 print photos + Digital JPEG | Only 2 physical prints | 1 digital file (sheet costs extra) |
| Biometric Privacy | ✓ 100% on-device (0 uploads) | Stored on store kiosk | Uploaded to cloud servers |
| Unlimited Retakes | ✓ Unlimited at home | 1–2 rushed shots in store | Pay per export |