Canada PR Card Photo (50×70mm) — Free, No Upload
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IRCC requires the digital photo file for a PR Card to come directly from a commercial photographer's camera, taken in person, same rule as the Canadian citizen passport. A self-taken photo is rejected even if it matches every size and background rule exactly. Use this tool to preview the crop and background before your appointment, then have a commercial photographer supply the actual file you submit.
Canada and Germany both require an in-person, certified photo, here is why and what to do instead.
Canada PR Card Photo Requirements
| Size | 50×70 mm |
| Pixels (300 DPI) | 591×827 px |
| Background | White |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Eyes | Open and clearly visible |
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- ✓Size: 50×70 mm
- ✓Plain white background
- ✓Neutral expression, mouth closed
- ✓Both eyes open and clearly visible
- ✓No glasses
- ✓Taken within the last 6 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Canadian PR Card photo?
Canadian Permanent Resident Card photos are 50×70 mm (5×7 cm, 2×2¾ inches) with plain white background — same format as Canadian passport. NOTE: this is for the PR Card production (after PR is approved). The initial PR application (Express Entry, PNP, family sponsorship) requires a different photo at 35×45 mm.
Is the PR Card photo the same as the Canada visa application photo?
No. PR Card production requires 50×70 mm. PR Application (Express Entry initial application) and all other Canada visa applications (visitor / TRV, study, work permit) require 35×45 mm. Use 50×70 mm only when you already have your PR approved and are receiving / renewing the physical card.
Can I use the same photo for my passport and PR Card?
If you are a Canadian citizen with PR history — passport requires 50×70 mm. PR Card requires 50×70 mm. Same format. But citizen status means you no longer need a PR Card. If you are a current PR — use 50×70 mm.
Can I wear glasses?
No. IRCC prohibited glasses in Canadian biometric photos since 2016.
Is my photo uploaded to your servers?
No. All processing happens in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device.
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About the Author
Elena Dev, Founder of IDPhotoSnap
Elena Dev is the sole operator of IDPhotoSnap. Her work involves auditing the official photo specifications of 100+ countries against issuing-authority sources (embassies, government portals, ICAO 9303) and translating those rules into a browser-only tool that runs entirely on the user's device. The full 276-format specification dataset is published as MIT open data on GitHub. Source verification methodology and corrections policy are documented on the editorial standards page. Every article is written and reviewed by Elena Dev. Corrections: elena@idphotosnap.com.
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