Canada visa photo requirements
| requirement | official spec |
|---|---|
| Print size | 35 × 45 mm |
| Head (chin → crown) | 31–36 mm |
| Background | plain white or light-coloured |
| At least 35 × 45 mm | |
| Head 31–36 mm, chin to crown | |
| Plain white or light-coloured background | |
| No alterations |
Checked 2026-10-23 against IRCC · Visa photo specifications.
How to take a good photo
- Stand about half a metre in front of a plain, light wall.
- Use even daylight from the front: no shadows on your face or behind you.
- Phone at eye level, face straight on, neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open.
- No glasses, hats or hair over your eyes (religious head coverings are fine if your face is fully visible).
- Upload it above, check the green ticks, download.
FAQ
What size is a Canada visa photo?
35 × 45 mm. The head must measure 31–36 mm from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
What background does a Canada visa photo need?
A plain plain white or light-coloured background with no shadows or patterns.
Can I take it at home with my phone?
Yes. Stand in front of a plain wall in even daylight, hold the phone at eye level about an arm's length away, face the camera with a neutral expression, then let the tool crop and fix the background.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. Face detection and background removal run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device.