Canada Visa photo, done right
35 x 45 mm, plain white background, head 31-36 mm. Upload a photo below: your face is aligned to the official guides automatically, and nothing is uploaded to any server.
- Photo size
- 35 x 45 mm
- Output
- 600 x 771 px
- Background
- Plain white
35x45 mm, white background, crown to chin 31-36 mm.
Specs are provided as guidance. Always confirm requirements with the official passport or visa authority before submitting.
Official Canada visa photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 x 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Digital output | 600 x 771 px JPEG |
| Head height (crown to chin) | 31-36 mm |
| Background | Plain white |
| Authority | IRCC |
35x45 mm, white background, crown to chin 31-36 mm.
Worth knowing
- - Visa photos use 35x45 mm, unlike the 50x70 mm Canadian passport photo.
Questions
What size is a Canada visa photo?
35 x 45 mm, with the head (crown to chin) between 31 and 36 mm. As a digital file this tool outputs 600 x 771 px. Rules per IRCC.
What background does a Canada visa photo need?
Plain white. If your photo was taken against the wrong background, the background replacement feature swaps it for a compliant one on your device.
Can I take the photo myself with a phone?
Yes. Have someone take it (or use a timer) from about 1.5 meters away at eye level, facing a window or even light, against a plain wall. Then upload it here: the tool aligns your head to the official guides automatically and crops to the exact size.
How do I print it?
Download the free single photo for digital submissions, or get the Pro print sheet ($9 once): multiple copies tiled on a standard 4x6 or A4 sheet you can print at any pharmacy or photo kiosk for under a dollar.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Cropping, face detection, and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device, which matters for an identity document.
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