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Perfect biometric photo within 3 minutes.

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Take or upload a photo

That's the only thing you need to do. Take or upload a photo - we will take care of the rest.

AI prepares the photo

Artificial Intelligence will check your photo, crop it to the right size and remove the background.

Expert verification

Our Photo Expert will make additional verification to check if your photo meets the official requirements.

Digital or printed photos

You can download a digital version and order a printout which we will send within 3-5 days. Delivery is free!

Why?

Take a biometric photo conveniently without leaving home

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Convenience

Don't waste time, effort or money. You can take your passport photo without leaving home.

Professional service

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We give you a guarantee of acceptance by authorities or otherwise we will refund you double the price!

Satisfaction guarantee

Take as many photo shots as you want - you pay only when you are satisfied.

How to take a photo?

Taking a photo for your ID has never been so easy.

Follow simple instruction to take a perfect ID photo.

Body-camera distance

The distance between the face and the camera should be about 40 cm. Ideally the photo should be taken by the other person.

Posture: Straight ahead

Place your face in front of the lens. Hold the camera at eye level and keep neutral face expression.

Lighting

Stand facing the light source, for example an exposed window. The background will be cut out, don't worry about it.

Canada Visa Photo: Size and Requirements

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Size

Width: 35 mm

Height: 45 mm

Resolution

300 dpi

Is it suitable for online submission?

Yes

Image definition parameters

Head height: 34.7 mm

Top of the Photo to Top of the Hair: 3 mm

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Requirements for Canada visa photo

The photo requirements for a Canada visa include the following:

White or light-coloured background with no patterns or shadows
Photo must be taken within the last six months
Required size is 35x45 mm (1.38" x 1.77") (passport size)
Applicant's face must be in the centre should take up 31 to 36 mm of the photo
Maintain a neutral facial expression

Prohibited items in Canada visa photo

Glasses are allowed in a Canada visa photo, as long as there is no glare on the lenses and the eyes are visible. However, sunglasses and tinted glasses are not allowed. Items such as hats, headphones, and jewellery that obstruct the face are not allowed in a visa photo as well.

Canada visa photo exceptions

Head coverings or religious attire are allowed in a Canada visa photo, as long as they do not cover the face or create shadows. However, you must provide a signed statement explaining the purpose of the item.

Taking a Canada visa photo

It is possible to take a Canada visa photo at home, as long as it meets the requirements. You don't necessarily need to go to a professional photo studio to take a visa photo, but it's recommended to ensure the photo meets the requirements. However, if you opt for taking it yourself, there are dedicated apps and websites.

Canada visa photo - fast and easy

Looking to get your Canada visa photo quickly and easily? Our online photo editor is here to help! With AI-enhanced technology, you can convert a simple selfie into a biometric photograph that meets all the official requirements for a Canada visa photo. Just click "Upload a photo" to get started, and our tool will do the rest.

The AI will remove the background, adjust the lighting, fix the contrast, remove red eyes, and apply all necessary changes. Furthermore, the photo will then be checked by our human photo expert to ensure compliance with official regulations.

And with our photo expert verification you can be sure your photo will meet all the official requirements. You can find our visa photo app on Google Play or App Store and get your Canada visa photo taken care of in no time!

Summary of Canada visa photo

The table below shows the most important information gathered at one place, have a look.

Requirement	Detail
Background	White or light-coloured with no patterns or shadows
Age of photo	Must be taken within the last 6 months
Photo size	35mm x 45mm (1.38" x 1.77")
Head size	31mm to 36mm of photo
Prohibited items	Sunglasses, tinted glasses, hats, headphones, jewellery
Prescription glasses	Allowed as long as there is no glare on lenses and eyes are visible
Head coverings or religious attire exceptions	Allowed if they do not cover the face or create shadows