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Canada Visa & PR Photo

35x45mm Visa & 50x70mm PR Card

Create application photos on your iPhone based on IRCC requirements. Supports 35x45mm for visa, study and work permits, and 50x70mm for PR card and citizenship applications. Includes L-size print sheets.

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Key features

35x45mm / 50x70mm guidance

Face positioning guide helps you align your photo for IRCC submission, based on official Canadian photo composition standards.

Two photo sizes

Choose 35x45mm for visa, study or work permits, or 50x70mm for PR card and citizenship. Each mode outputs the correct format automatically.

L-size print sheets

Generate an L-size print sheet with your photos ready for photo lab or convenience store printing.

On-device processing

Photo import, face detection, adjustments, and export all stay on your iPhone. Your photos are never uploaded to any server.

JPEG output for online upload

Export JPEG photos ready for IRCC online application upload with correct dimensions.

Pre-submission checks

Review face position, head size, background before saving. The app handles what it can and reminds you about the rest.

Pricing

Export plan

$4.99

One export

  • 35x45mm or 50x70mm photo + print sheet
  • JPEG for online upload
  • Preview before you pay

Photo checklist

Even a slightly non-compliant photo can be rejected during your application. Check these points before saving.

  • Use the correct size: 35x45mm for visa/study/work permit, or 50x70mm for PR card/citizenship.
  • Taken within the last 6 months. Face the camera directly with a natural expression.
  • White or light-colored plain background with no shadows.
  • Both eyes open and clearly visible. No glasses, no hair covering the eyes.
  • No beauty filters, AI face modification, heavy retouching, or mirrored images.

Size and composition

These are the official photo requirements from IRCC. Keep face position and margins close to these specifications.

Visa / Study / Work Permit photo (35x45mm)

FormatJPEG
Size600 × 600 px
File size≤ 240 KB
Color24-bit sRGB
Head height50–69% of image
Eye height56–69% from bottom
BackgroundWhite / off-white
GlassesNot allowed

PR Card / Citizenship photo (50x70mm)

Size2 × 2 inch (51 × 51 mm)
Head height25–35 mm (1–1⅜ in)
Eye height28–35 mm (1⅛–1⅜ in)
Head width15–22 mm (⅝–⅞ in)
Top space3–5 mm (⅛–¼ in)
Chin to bottom≥ 7 mm
PaperPhoto paper, glossy
PrintActual size / no scaling

Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

Examples that are OK

The person faces forward, background is white, and the face is clearly visible with a natural expression.

Acceptable photo example 1
Forward-facing with a white background.
Acceptable photo example 2
Face is clear with no strong shadows.

Common examples that are not OK

These are common reasons a photo may be rejected by IRCC.

Off-center photo
Face is too far from center.
Photo with shadow on the background
Background shadows make the outline harder to see.
Side-facing photo
You must face the camera directly.
Tilted head photo
Keep your head straight and level.
Photo with face partially covered
Your full face must be visible.
Photo with glasses frame over eyes
Glasses are not allowed in IRCC photos.
Photo with glare on glasses
Remove glasses before taking your photo.
Photo with hair covering the eyes
Hair must not cover your eyes.
Photo with cloth or shadow on face
The face must be fully visible with no obstructions.
Photo with unnatural expression
Use a natural, neutral expression.
Photo with background too dark
Background must be white or light-colored.
Blurred photo
The photo must be sharp and in focus.
Photo with shadow on the face
Even lighting with no harsh shadows on the face.

About editing

IRCC does not accept photos that have been digitally altered to change your appearance. This includes enlarging eyes, smoothing skin excessively, modifying facial features, removing moles or scars, or applying AI-generated changes. Use the app for framing and brightness adjustment.

Official guidance IRCC Photo Requirements

FAQ

What are the photo requirements for a Canada visa?

The photo must be 35x45mm (35mm wide x 45mm high), taken within the last 6 months, with a white or light-colored plain background. You must face forward with a neutral expression, eyes open and clearly visible. No hats or head coverings unless for religious reasons.

What are the photo requirements for a PR card?

PR card photos must be 50x70mm (50mm wide x 70mm high) with a white or light-colored background. The same composition rules apply: front-facing, neutral expression, eyes open, taken within the last 6 months.

What is the difference between visa and PR card photos?

Visa, study permit, and work permit photos are 35x45mm, while PR card and citizenship photos are 50x70mm. Both require a white or light-colored background, front-facing pose, and neutral expression.

Can I wear glasses in my Canada application photo?

No. Glasses are not permitted in IRCC application photos. Please remove glasses before taking your photo. If you cannot remove them for medical reasons, include a signed doctor's statement.

What background color is required?

A white or light-colored plain background is required. This app helps you take a photo against a white or light-coloured background. Photos with colored, patterned, or dark backgrounds will be rejected.

What photos are commonly rejected?

Common rejection reasons: wrong dimensions, face off-center or wrong size, shadows on face or background, glasses, hair covering eyes, dark background, blurry image, unnatural expression, head tilted, or excessive digital retouching.

Does this app guarantee my photo will be accepted?

No. This app helps you create a photo that meets published IRCC specifications, but final acceptance is determined by IRCC. Requirements may also change, so always check the latest official guidance at canada.ca.

Are my photos uploaded to a server?

No. All photo processing, face detection, and JPEG export happen entirely on your iPhone. Only App Store billing uses the network, and it never includes your photo data.

How do I print the photos?

The app generates an L-size print sheet containing your photos. Save it to your photo library and print at a photo lab, convenience store, or home printer. Use photo paper at actual size with no scaling.

What about children's application photos?

The same requirements apply to children: white or light background, facing forward, eyes open, no glasses. For infants, lay the child on a white sheet and photograph from above.

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