DIYPassPhoto / Canada / Temporary Resident Visa / eTA
CA
Canada visa & immigration photo checker
Snap it from your phone, get the green light, download your photo and a compliance report. Checked against the official Canada spec before you submit — nothing uploaded.
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Use the rear camera if someone can take it for you — it's sharper than the selfie cam.
Compliance gates
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Tip: face a window for soft, even light. Overhead lights cause the shadows that get photos rejected.
Measured against the published spec — not a guarantee of acceptance. Confirm any “?” items yourself. No AI edits applied.
Canada Visa / eTA photo requirements
50 mm wide × 70 mm tall, white background, face 31–36 mm. Canada's visa photo spec matches its passport spec — the same tall 50×70 mm format. Verified from IRCC (canada.ca).
- 50 mm wide × 70 mm tall, JPEG, under 4 MB for online submission
- Face height 31–36 mm from chin to crown
- White or neutral light background
- Neutral expression, both eyes open
- No shadows, even lighting
- Taken within the last 6 months
Common rejection reasons
- Square or 35×45mm photo — Canada requires the 50×70mm tall format
- Face height outside 31–36 mm
- Coloured or patterned background
- Shadows or red-eye
Frequently asked questions
Is the Canada visa photo the same as the passport photo?
Yes — IRCC uses the same 50×70 mm photo specification for both passport and visa/immigration applications.
What size is a Canada visa photo?
50 mm wide by 70 mm tall, with the face (chin to crown) 31–36 mm.
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