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Canada Passport Photo Maker

Upload any photo: the tool removes your existing background, drops in the plain white or light grey background required for Canada passport, and produces a spec-exact 50×70mm image ready to submit.

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JPG, PNG, HEIC or WebP · Max 25 MB · Face forward, eyes on the camera.

100% private: deleted after processing Free preview, $3 to download or included on Pro Spec-exact 50×70mm output

How to make a Canada passport photo in 3 steps

Upload any photo of yourself, and the tool handles the entire Canada passport spec pipeline, background removal, colour swap, spec-exact crop, file-size compression, in one pass.

1

Start from a photo you already have

A phone shot against any wall works, because the background gets replaced. Canada accepts a photo taken within the last 6 months, so an older picture will not pass.

2

Background replaced with plain white or light grey

Your outline, including hair and clothing edges, is separated from the original photo and composited onto the plain white or light grey that Canada requires for a passport.

3

Cropped to 50×70mm at 300 DPI

That is 591×827 pixels (1.97×2.76 inches). The head is placed 31-36mm from chin to crown, 44-51% of the frame height. Drag the crop box if you want the face sitting differently in the frame.

Understanding the Canada passport spec

Global Affairs Canada requires a 50×70mm color photograph, taller than the 2×2 inch format used by the US. The background must be plain white or light grey, and the head must measure 31-36mm from chin to crown. For print submissions, the photographer must sign the back with their name, studio address, and the date taken.

Dimensions
50×70 mm
1.97 × 2.76 in
Resolution
300 DPI
Print-ready
Background
plain white or light grey
AI-swapped
Head height
31–36 mm
Chin to crown

Requirements at a glance

  • 50x70mm (Canada uses a taller format than US)
  • Plain white or light grey background
  • Head 31-36mm from chin to crown
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed
  • Photo taken within the last 6 months
  • Photographer must sign the back with date and studio name for print submissions

Common mistakes that get photos rejected

  • Using US 2x2 spec: Canada uses 50x70mm (different aspect ratio)
  • Missing photographer signature on print
  • Head positioned too low in frame

Where Canada passport photos are actually used

A common mistake is using a US 2×2 inch photo for a Canadian passport: Canada uses 50×70mm, which is a different aspect ratio. The taller format means more space above and below your head. This tool uses the exact Canadian dimensions.

Applications that accept this photo spec

  • Canadian Passport (adult), online or by mail
  • Child passport (under 16)
  • Certificate of Canadian Citizenship
  • Permanent Resident Card

Canada passport photo FAQ

What size is a Canada passport photo?

50×70mm (1.97×2.76 inches) at 300 DPI, on a plain white or light grey background. The head must measure 31-36mm from chin to the top of the head.

What background color does Canada require for passport photos?

Plain white or light grey. A background that does not match, the wrong shade, a gradient, a shadow cast behind you, or any visible texture or pattern, is one of the most common reasons a photo is sent back. This tool replaces whatever is behind you with the one the spec asks for.

Can I take a Canada passport photo with my phone?

Yes. Modern phone cameras produce more than enough resolution for the 50×70mm output. What matters is even lighting (no harsh shadows on your face), a straight-on angle, and a neutral expression. This tool handles the background and sizing.

What file size does this tool produce?

The output JPEG is kept under 240 KB while preserving the 300 DPI resolution the spec requires. Upload limits vary between government portals and consulates, so check the one you are filing through: if it caps lower, use our Image Compressor to reduce further.

Is my uploaded photo saved on your servers?

No. It is processed in memory and discarded as soon as the result is produced. The background model runs on the server because it is too large to run in a browser; nothing is written to disk or logged.

Can I print the Canada passport photo at home?

Yes. The output is a 300 DPI JPEG at exactly 50×70mm, so any inkjet or laser printer produces the correct physical size when you print at 100% scale (not "fit to page"). Use the 4×6 print sheet option to get multiple copies on one sheet of photo paper.

Do I need to sign up or pay?

No sign-up. Making the photo and checking it against the spec is free, guests get 2 a day and a free account 5 a day, 10 a month. The finished photo without the watermark is $3, paid once, or included on Pro and Business plans.

What if the background removal is not perfect?

Hair, clothing edges and skin tones come out cleanly in most photos. If an edge looks wrong, re-shoot in indirect daylight, or skip the background swap and use the crop alone.
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