Canada visa photo guides

Start with the 35 x 45 mm visa and permit photo standard, then keep PR card, citizenship, and Canadian passport photos separate because they use 50 x 70 mm rules.

✓ Checked against official sources Last checked: August 20, 2026

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Start with the 35 x 45 mm visa and permit photo standard, then keep PR card, citizenship, and Canadian passport photos separate because they use 50 x 70 mm rules.

Visa / TRV / visitor visa / Study Permit / Work Permit: 35 × 45 mm.
Face height: 31–36 mm from chin to crown.
PR card, citizenship, and Canadian passport photos: 50 × 70 mm (separate standard).

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All Canada visa photo guides

Phone, ruler, and ID photo print arranged for checking a 35 x 45 mm Canada visa photo crop

35 x 45 mm photo size How to read the 35 x 45 mm Canada visa photo size, face height 31-36 mm, headroom, crop, and print-versus-digital checks without mixing 50 x 70 mm PR rules.

Desk with laptop, permit application papers, pen, and ID photo print for Canada study and work permit preparation

Study Permit and Work Permit photo Study Permit, Work Permit, and visitor visa photo guidance for Canada: when the standard visa photo specification applies and when to verify the actual application route.

Laptop or phone with digital ID photo beside printed ID photo sheet on a clean desk

Digital vs print photo Understand the difference between an online Canada application photo file and a printed visa photograph, including file checks, scaling, and print-size mistakes.

Smartphone ID photo setup in front of a plain bright wall with soft daylight

Take a photo with a smartphone Practical smartphone shooting tips for Canada visa-style photos: plain light background, even lighting, face visibility, neutral expression, and why over-editing is risky.

Plain light wall and simple smartphone photo setup for a Canada visa photo background

Photo background rules Canada visa photo background guidance: plain white or light-coloured background, no shadows, no patterns, and cautious editing that does not change the face outline.

Eyeglasses, hair clips, folded head covering, and ID photo print on a neutral desk

Glasses, hair, and hats Canada visa photo guidance for glasses, hair, religious head coverings, face visibility, neutral expression, and when to retake instead of editing heavily.

Desk scene with several ID photo prints being reviewed for shadows, blur, tilt, and background issues

Common Canada visa photo mistakes Common Canada visa photo mistakes: wrong 50 x 70 mm size, face height outside 31-36 mm, shadows, smile, dark background, heavy editing, old photo, and print scaling.

Two different-proportion ID photo prints beside neutral application papers on a desk

PR card photo vs visa photo PR card, citizenship, and Canadian passport photos follow their own larger format and may require a commercial photographer. Do not confuse them with Canada visa photos.

Official sources

IRCC - Visa application photograph specifications (PDF) Checked: June 30, 2026
IRCC - Permanent resident photos Checked: June 30, 2026
IRCC - Passport photo requirements Checked: June 30, 2026

FAQ

Are Canada visa photos and PR card photos the same?

No. Visa and permit-style photos use the 35 × 45 mm specification, while PR card, citizenship, and Canadian passport photos use a separate 50 × 70 mm standard.

Can I use a photo prepared in the app for a PR card?

No. PR-card-style photos follow a separate standard from visa photos and can require a commercial photographer.

Is photo acceptance guaranteed?

Preparation support only; acceptance is not guaranteed.

Canada visa photo guides

Use the app to prepare a visa-style photo, then confirm the latest official instructions for your actual application route.

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