Canada Passport Photo Size: photo at 591 × 827 px
Resize your Canadian passport photo to the official upload spec in one tap. This tool outputs 591 × 827 px, i.e. 50 × 70 mm at 300 DPI. Canada requires the submitted photos to be taken and printed by a commercial photographer, so use this to check framing and size.
Choose an image to get started.
Official spec
| Photo size | 50 × 70 mm (2 × 2¾ in) |
|---|---|
| Face height | 31–36 mm, chin to crown |
| Background | plain white or light-coloured |
| Source | Canada.ca: Passport photo requirements |
Checked 29 Oct 2026. Rules change; confirm in the latest official notice before you apply.
How it works
- Tap "Try it with a sample photo" or choose your photo (phone photo or scan).
- The preset fits it to exactly 591 × 827 px as JPG (Cover crops the edges; Contain adds white padding).
- Press Download and upload the JPG to the Canadian passport form.
FAQ
What is the official Canadian passport photo size?
Photo size: 50 × 70 mm (2 × 2¾ in); Face height: 31–36 mm, chin to crown; Background: plain white or light-coloured. Source: Canada.ca: Passport photo requirements.
Does this make my photo acceptable?
It sets the size only. Background, lighting, framing and content rules in the official notice still apply; this tool does not change the background.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Resizing and compression run in your browser; the image never leaves your device.