← All passport photosCanada Visa Passport Photo Size 2026
Official Canada Visa passport photo requirements for 2026. Resize and compress your photo to the exact dimensions and KB limit — free, instant, no upload needed.
Canada visa photos (for Temporary Resident Visas, work permits, study permits) must meet the same specifications as Canadian passport photos. Photos are submitted to a Visa Application Centre (VAC) or embedded in online applications. The unusual 50×70 mm format is larger than the international standard. No glasses since 2022. Your head must be 31–36 mm within the 70 mm tall photo.
Canada Visa Passport Photo Requirements 2026
Validity
Varies (Visitor Visa: up to 10 years)
Photos needed
2 identical printed photos (VAC appointment)
ℹ️ Same as Canadian passport photo requirements.
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⚠️ Common reasons Canada Visa passport offices reject photos
- Glasses — not permitted since 2022
- Wrong photo size (must be 50×70 mm not 35×45 mm)
- Non-white background
- Head height outside 31–36 mm
- Photo not certified or signed on back
- Photo more than 6 months old
How to prepare your Canada Visa passport photo
1
Take or choose a photo
Use a recent photo against a white background. Ensure your full face is visible and centred.
2
Open PhotoFit
Go to photofitapp.in — no account needed. Works on mobile and desktop.
3
Set dimensions to 420×540 px
Enter 420 as width and 540 as height in the Resize tab. Set the KB target to under 240 KB.
4
Download and submit
Download the resized JPEG. It will meet all Canada Visa requirements for file size, dimensions, and format.
Frequently asked questions
Are Canadian visa and passport photos the same size?
Yes. Both are 50×70 mm — larger than the international standard. Both have the same biometric requirements including no glasses since 2022.
How many photos are needed for a Canada visa application?
2 identical printed photos for most applications submitted through a Visa Application Centre.
Can I wear glasses in a Canada visa photo?
No. Canada removed the glasses exemption in 2022. No glasses of any kind are permitted.
What size should a Canada visa digital photo be?
420×540 pixels (50×70 mm at 213 DPI), JPEG, white background, 20–240 KB.
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