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Grant of Citizenshipplain lightglasses — no glaresample

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What we check — the document requirements

  1. 1Size and filePhoto and file size — as this document expects them50 × 70 mm
  2. 2Head in the photoHow much of the photo the head takes — from the crown to the chin44–51 % of the photo height
  3. 3Eye heightHow high the eyes sit — measured from the bottom edge of the photo55–70 % from the bottom of the photo
  4. 4BackgroundColour and evenness of the background behind the headplain light
  5. 5Glasses and headwearWhether glasses and head coverings are allowed — by this document's rulesglasses — no glare
  6. 6Pose and faceLooking straight at the camera, mouth closed, a calm faceneutral face
  7. 7Light and sharpnessEven light on the face, a sharp colour photoeven light, sharp photo
Document
Grant of Citizenship50 × 70 mm
Rules
Government of Canada / IRCCchecked word for word 25 Sep 2026 · source
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Notes to the sheet

  1. Canada Grant of Citizenship photo requirements at a glance

    • The Canada Grant of Citizenship photo is 50 × 70 mm.
    • The head takes up 44–51 % of the photo height.
    • The eyes sit at 55–70 % from the bottom of the photo.
    • Background: plain light.
    • Glasses are fine if the lenses are clear and free of glare.
    • Neutral expression, mouth closed.
    • File: at least 420 × 540 px · up to 4096 KB.
    • Rules: Government of Canada / IRCC, checked against the official text on 25 Sep 2026.

  2. What we don't check

    • When the picture was taken. We read the date from the file if it survived, but re-saving wipes it — and many authorities ask for a recent photo.
    • Whether the picture was edited. Retouching, filters and AI changes cannot be proved from a file.
    • Whether you have sent this picture before. Some authorities reject a photo that was already used in an earlier application.
    • How the photo will be printed. Paper, trimming and print quality cannot be judged from a file.
    • The route you apply through. Some countries want a code from an approved photographer, or take the picture at the office themselves.

  3. What this document is

    A grant of citizenship is the application a permanent resident makes to become a Canadian citizen. IRCC requires valid PR status and at least 1,095 days (3 years) of physical presence in Canada; applicants aged 18 to 54 also take the citizenship test, and adults take the oath at a citizenship ceremony once approved. For the online application IRCC wants one digital photo taken by a commercial photographer or studio no more than 6 months before you apply — colour is preferred, but a digital black-and-white photo is accepted too. That is where it parts ways with the citizenship certificate, which takes colour only; the 50 × 70 mm frame and the 31–36 mm face height are the same for both.

Frequently asked

What size is the Canada Grant of Citizenship photo?

50 × 70 mm, with the head taking up 44–51 % of the photo height. The check compares your photo with these numbers and crops it to size for free.

What background does the Canada Grant of Citizenship photo need?

Light and plain — white or light grey, for example, without shadows or patterns. If yours does not fit, the free fix replaces it.

Can I wear glasses in the Canada Grant of Citizenship photo?

Yes, if the lenses are clear, free of glare and the frame does not cover the eyes. Sunglasses and tinted lenses are not allowed.

Can I smile in the Canada Grant of Citizenship photo?

No: the expression is neutral, the mouth closed, the eyes looking straight into the camera.

Which rules is the Canada Grant of Citizenship photo checked against?

The rules of the authority that issues the document: Government of Canada / IRCC. The numbers are checked word for word against the official text; every verdict row has a «Why» with the rule quote and a link to the source.

Can I print the Canada Grant of Citizenship photo at home?

Yes: «Print on a 10 × 15 sheet» lays out your Canada Grant of Citizenship photo (50 × 70 mm) on a standard sheet — print it at a photo shop or on a home printer; the size on the sheet is exact.

Is the check free? Is my photo uploaded anywhere?

Free, no sign-up. The check and the fix run right in your browser — the photo never leaves your device; it goes to a server only if you choose the AI yourself.