Canada Passport Photo (Online) Size & Free Resizer

Canadian passport photos are printed at 50 mm wide by 70 mm high, with the head 31 to 36 mm from chin to crown. For online renewals, IRCC instead asks for a digital .jpg/.jpeg photo of at least 1,200 x 1,800 pixels (up to 3,000 x 4,500), a 3:2 portrait shape, 200 KB to 5 MB, with the head 45 to 50% of the photo height.

1 Choose what the photo is for

1200 x 1800 px200 KB - 5 MB50 x 70 mm (printed)Background: plain white or light-coloured

2 Add your photo

Drop a photo here or tap to choose
JPG, PNG or WebP · you can also paste (Ctrl+V)

Your photo stays on your device. Face detection and background removal also run on your device.

This tool crops your photo to the 3:2 shape and outputs 1,200 x 1,800 pixels, the minimum digital size, kept between 200 KB and 5 MB. Note that IRCC rejects photos that have been altered in any way, and paper photos must be printed professionally, not at home.

Canada Passport Photo (Online) requirements

Print size	50 x 70 mm (printed)
Pixels (this tool)	1200 x 1800
File size	200 to 5000 KB
Format	JPG / JPEG
Background	Plain white or light-coloured

Official rule for digital photos: at least 1200 x 1800 pixels, no larger than 3000 x 4500, between 200 KB and 5 MB. Printed photos are 50 x 70 mm.

Official source: www.canada.ca · checked 2026-10-13

How to make your Canada Passport Photo (Online) in 4 steps

Take a clear photo facing the camera, with even light and no shadows, against a background that meets the requirement (plain white or light-coloured).
Open this page on your phone or computer and pick the photo.
The tool centres your face automatically. Tap "Make background white" if needed, adjust with Zoom and Move, and check that every line shows ✅.
Tap Download and upload the JPG file to your application.

Common reasons this photo is rejected

Edits, filters or AI touch-ups. IRCC rejects altered photos.
Glasses of any kind with tinted lenses, or glare on the lenses.
Shadows, glare or flash reflections, or a background that is not plain white or light-coloured.
A photo older than 6 months, or a scan of a printed photo for an online renewal.

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Canadian passport photo?

Printed: 50 x 70 mm, head 31 to 36 mm. Digital (online renewal): at least 1,200 x 1,800 pixels, 3:2 portrait, JPG, 200 KB to 5 MB.

Can I wear glasses in my Canadian passport photo?

Yes, if your eyes are clearly visible and there is no glare. Tinted lenses are not allowed, even prescription ones.

Is my photo uploaded to a server?

No. Resizing, compression, face detection and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device and nothing is stored.

What is the Canada Passport Photo (Online) size in pixels?

1200 x 1800 pixels (width x height) is what this tool produces for the Canada Passport Photo (Online).

What is the Canada Passport Photo (Online) size in KB?

The file must be 200 to 5000 KB. The tool compresses your photo to fit automatically.

What is the Canada Passport Photo (Online) size in cm, mm or inches?

50 x 70 mm (printed).

How do I resize a photo for the Canada Passport Photo (Online) online?

Pick your photo in the tool on this page, adjust zoom so the face is centred, then download the JPG. It is free and works on any phone or computer.

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