100% Government Compliant Specs (50 mm x 70 mm (2" x 2 3/4"))

Free Canada Passport & PR Card Photo Maker – Create 50x70mm Photos

Generate compliant Passport Canada and PR Card photos online in seconds. Free AI background removal and 300 DPI 4x6 printable sheet tiling.

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TARGET SPEC:Canada Passport (50x70mm)

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Official Canada Passport & PR CardDimensions & Acceptance Rules (2026)

Updated to reflect latest consulate and passport agency guidelines

Photo Dimensions

50 mm x 70 mm (2" x 2 3/4")

Official standard dimensions for paper print and digital submission.

Head Size Ratio

31 mm to 36 mm (44% to 51% of height)

Measured from chin to top of hair. Automated face detection locks this ratio.

Background Requirement

Solid Plain White or Light-Colored

AI automatically removes background shadows and replaces backdrop.

Export Resolution

1181 x 1654 px @ 600 DPI

High-DPI output ensuring crisp 300 DPI physical prints.

Official Compliance Checklist

  • Rectangular 50 mm wide by 70 mm high dimensions
  • Chin to crown (top of head) height must be 31 mm to 36 mm
  • Neutral facial expression with mouth completely closed
  • Plain white or light-colored background with zero shadows
  • Back of one photo must include date and studio information
  • Taken within the last 6 months

How to Create a Compliant Canada Passport & PR Card Photo at Home in 3 Steps

Fast, free, and no professional studio equipment needed

1

Snap Photo on Smartphone

Stand 4 to 6 feet away from a wall under natural daylight. Look straight ahead with a neutral facial expression.

2

Upload & AI Auto-Crop

Upload your picture above. PassPhotoMaker auto-detects your face mesh, locks the ratio to 50 mm x 70 mm (2" x 2 3/4"), and cleans the background.

3

Download Digital & 4x6 Sheet

Download your high-res digital image for online submission and get a 300 DPI tiled 4x6" printable sheet for local printing.

Printable 4x6" Sheet Layout for CVS, Walgreens & Home Printing

Save money by printing standard 4x6 inch photo prints

In-store pharmacy counters at CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, and Post Offices charge anywhere between $16.99 and $21.99 to take and print a set of two passport photos.

With PassPhotoMaker, you can download a pre-formatted 4x6 inch (10x15 cm) photo print sheet containing multiple perfectly tiled 50 mm x 70 mm (2" x 2 3/4") photos at 300 DPI. Order this file as a standard 4x6 photo print at any store lab or home printer for less than $10 total!

Scissor Cut Guidelines Included

Every exported 4x6 sheet includes faint light grey dotted borders surrounding each individual photo, making precise cutting effortless with standard household scissors.

Why PassPhotoMaker Beats Retail Pharmacy Photo Kiosks

Direct feature & cost breakdown

Feature / ServicePassPhotoMaker OnlineCVS / Walgreens Kiosks
Total PriceAffordable (Under $10)$16.99 – $21.99
Photo RetakesUnlimited Free Retakes1 or 2 retakes only
AI Background CleanupAutomatic Plain White (#FFFFFF)Manual wall background
Processing TimeUnder 10 Seconds15–30 Minute In-Store Wait
4x6 Tiled Print SheetIncluded (300 DPI Export)Extra Charge / Physical Cut Only

Frequently Asked Questions (Canada Passport & PR Card Specs)

Expert answers for guaranteed document acceptance

Q:What are the exact dimensions for a Canadian passport photo?

Canadian passport photos must measure 50 mm wide by 70 mm high (2 inches x 2 3/4 inches). The face length from chin to top of hair must be between 31 mm and 36 mm.

Q:What is the difference between Canadian Passport and PR Card photo requirements?

Both Canadian Passport and PR Card photos use the exact same 50x70 mm dimensions and 31-36 mm head size rules. However, PR Card photos do not require a guarantor signature on the back.

Q:What needs to be written on the back of a Canadian passport photo?

The back of one photo must contain the date taken, the name and physical address of the photo provider/studio, and your guarantor's signature and statement.