Canada Visa/eTA photo Photo Requirements
The complete spec for a Canada Visa/eTA photo photo, and how to hit it at home.
| Print size | 50 × 70 mm |
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| Digital | 420 × 560 |
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| Head height | 31–36mm |
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| Background | White or light |
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| Fine print | Specs mirror passport; digital upload for online streams. |
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How to shoot it
- Daylight facing a window, plain white or light wall — see the lighting tutorial.
- Check head height against the spec above before cropping — it is the #1 silent rejection.
- Crop to exact size with the ID photo tool (this spec's proportions are baked in), print matte.
- Confirm current rules with the issuing authority — specs drift, especially for digital submissions.
Other specs
FAQ
What size is a Canada Visa/eTA photo photo?
50 × 70 millimetres (420 × 560 in pixels where digital submission applies). Head height should be 31–36mm of the frame.
What background does the Canada Visa/eTA photo photo need?
White or light. Keep the background evenly lit — shadows are a top rejection cause. Specs mirror passport; digital upload for online streams.