50×70 mm Rules checked Sep 30, 2026

Canadian passport photo: size and rules

A Canadian passport photo is 50 × 70 mm, printed. The head, from chin to crown, is 31–36 mm. Plain white or light-coloured. Glasses are allowed if there is no glare. Taken within the last 6 months. Take yours at home with PassportOwl: checked against every rule, accepted or your money back.

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Canadian passport photo requirements

From the official source. We check each one on your photo.

Photo size	50 × 70 mm
Head size	1 1/4 to 1 3/8 in (31–36 mm), chin to top of head
Background	Plain white or light-coloured
Print	Colour, on matte or glossy photo paper
Glasses	Allowed if there is no glare
Expression	Neutral, mouth closed, both eyes open
Head covering	Religious or medical if the full face is visible
Taken	In the last 6 months

Rules to know

50x70 mm, two identical photos
Head 31-36 mm chin to crown
Taken by a commercial photographer, who stamps the back
No filters or AI edits
Mouth closed, not smiling

Source: Passport photo requirements - Canada.ca . Checked Sep 30, 2026. PassportOwl is not affiliated with any government.

Questions

What size is a Canadian passport photo?

50×70 mm (50 × 70 mm). The head, from chin to crown, is 31–36 mm.

Can I use a US passport photo for my Canadian passport?

No. A US passport photo is 2 × 2 inches; the Canadian passport needs 50×70 mm, with a different head size.

Can I take a Canadian passport photo at home?

Yes. Take it with your phone or webcam, or upload one. We crop it to 50×70 mm, check it against every official rule and show you the result before you pay.

Is it guaranteed?

Yes. If the Canadian passport is turned down for a photo reason, we refund you in full and make you a new photo, free.

Can I wear glasses?

Glasses are allowed if there is no glare.

Canadian passport photo: size and rules

Canadian passport photo requirements

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