Canada Passport Photo 50×70 mm

Photo requirements

Size (paper)

50 × 70 mm

Digital export

591 × 827 px (300 DPI)

Background

White or light-coloured

Head height

31–36 mm chin to crown

Expression

Neutral — mouth closed / no smile

Note

Online renewal digital rules differ

How it works

1. Step 01

   Upload a selfie

   Use a recent front-facing photo with even light and your full face visible.

2. Step 02

   AI prepares the Canada frame

   We crop toward 50×70, prepare a plain light background, and generate a watermarked preview.

3. Step 03

   Download HD

   If the preview looks right, unlock the high-resolution export for your paper application package.

Canada Passport Requirements

Photo size: 50 × 70 mm. Resolution: 591 × 827 pixels or higher. Background: White or light-coloured (#FFFFFF preferred for export). Head height: roughly 44–51% of the photo. Face centered and looking directly at the camera. Expression: Neutral; smile: No smile / mouth closed; eyes: Open. Avoid no glasses, no hats, no shadows. Format: JPEG. Paper application: 50 × 70 mm print; head (chin to crown) 31–36 mm (~44%–51% of height).. Online passport renewal photos use different digital rules — this template is for paper 50×70..

Suitable for Canada passport applications.

What makes a valid Canada passport photo (paper)?

For many paper Canadian passport applications, photos are 50×70 mm. Head height from chin to crown is commonly expected around 31–36 mm on that print—roughly the middle of the frame rather than a very tight face crop.

Background should be plain white or another light colour without patterns or heavy shadows. Keep eyes open, mouth closed, and avoid a smile. Glasses may be allowed only when the eyes are clearly visible without tint or strong glare.

SwapQ.ai prepares a paper-style Canada passport preview from a phone selfie so you can check proportions before downloading HD.

Paper vs online renewal — why this page focuses on 50×70

Online passport renewal in Canada can ask for different digital dimensions and aspect ratios (often a wider landscape-style upload). This landing page and template target the familiar paper 50×70 mm preparation standard.

If you are renewing online, follow the exact pixel and framing instructions on the IRCC upload page. You can still use SwapQ.ai as a starting point, then confirm the digital rules for your channel.

When in doubt, treat official IRCC guidance as the source of truth and use our free preview only as a preparation aid.

Tips for a better Canada passport selfie

Stand in front of a plain wall with soft daylight. Keep the camera at eye level and look straight ahead. Leave a little space above the hair and below the chin so the taller 50×70 frame can fit correctly.

Avoid filters, group photos, and busy clothing patterns that confuse the background edge. One sharp face is the easiest input.

If the first preview feels too tight or too loose, retake the selfie with more consistent lighting rather than forcing a weak crop.

Important compliance note

SwapQ.ai is an AI photo tool for preparation. Final acceptance depends on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and the application channel you use. Always review the latest official photo instructions.

We do not claim government endorsement. Inspect the free preview carefully before you download or submit.

Frequently asked questions