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Canada document photo specifications — every type compared
Canada requires 3 document photo formats. This page lists each — passport, visa, ID, residence permit — with size in mm, head-height, background and the official source.
All Canada document photo specifications
Every document type Canada issues that requires a photo, listed below with the official spec. Click any document to read the full rules, including the printable layout, glasses and expression rules, and the source link.
| Document | Photo size | Head height | Background | Last verified | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passport | 50 × 70 mm | 44–51% | White | web.archive.org | |
| Permanent Residence Card | 50 × 70 mm | 44–51% | Plain white | web.archive.org | |
| Visa | 35 × 45 mm | 69–80% | White | canada.ca |