Canada Visa Photo from Bangladesh (35×45mm IRCC)
Updated May 2026 · For Bangladeshi applicants · Visitor, Study, Work, Super Visa, PR application
⚠ Don't confuse with PR Card spec
Canada visa application = 35×45 mm. The 50×70 mm spec is ONLY для PR Card production after PR approval or Canadian citizen passport. Bangladeshi passport = 45×55 mm (yet another different spec).
Canada visitor visa, study permit, and work permit photos are 35×45 mm с plain white background, per IRCC. For Bangladeshi applicants the format is SMALLER than the Bangladeshi passport (45×55 mm). Same spec at VFS Global Canada visa centres в Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet.
Spec at a glance
| Size | 35 × 45 mm (NOT 45×55 Bangladeshi, NOT 50×70 PR Card) |
| Pixels (300 DPI) | 413 × 531 px |
| Background | Plain white or light coloured |
| Face height | 31 - 36 mm |
| Glasses | Not allowed (banned 2016) |
| Photo age | Last 6 months |
| Quantity | 2 photos for visa application |
VFS Global Canada visa centres в Bangladesh
- Dhaka (Gulshan-2) — main centre
- Chittagong — south-eastern Bangladesh
- Sylhet — north-eastern Bangladesh, diaspora hub
Where to get the photo in Bangladesh
- VFS Global on-site photo service (BDT 500-800). Knows IRCC TRV 35×45 mm spec.
- Local studio (BDT 150-400). Specify "Canada visa 35×45 mm, pure white background, IRCC compliant". Bangladeshi studios default to 45×55 mm.
- Free online tool at home (BDT 0). IDPhotoSnap Canada tool.
Common rejection reasons
- Wrong size (45×55 Bangladeshi passport) — most common.
- Wrong spec used (50×70 PR Card) — confusion with passport / PR Card.
- Off-white background — IRCC requires pure white.
- Glasses worn — banned 2016.
- Photo too old — last 6 months.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Canada visa photo size for Bangladeshi applicants?
Canada visitor visa (TRV), study permit, work permit, and PR application photos are 35×45 mm with plain white or light-coloured background per IRCC. SMALLER than the Bangladeshi passport (45×55 mm). Format applies at VFS Global Canada visa centres in Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet.
Is the Canada visa photo different from the Canadian passport photo?
Yes. Canadian passport photos (for citizens) are 50×70 mm. Canada visa photos (for foreign nationals applying for visitor / study / work / PR application) are 35×45 mm. The 50×70 mm spec applies ONLY to Canadian citizens renewing their passport or to PR Card production after PR approval. Bangladeshi visa applicants need 35×45 mm.
Where are VFS Global Canada visa centres in Bangladesh?
VFS Global operates Canada visa application centres in three Bangladeshi cities: Dhaka (Gulshan-2, main centre), Chittagong (south-eastern Bangladesh), and Sylhet (north-eastern Bangladesh). All accept the same 35×45 mm IRCC TRV photo spec. Biometric appointments are mandatory.
How is the Canada visa photo different from a Bangladeshi passport photo?
Bangladeshi passport photos are 45×55 mm. Canada visa is 35×45 mm — smaller. Plus IRCC requires pure white background, no glasses (banned since 2016), face 31-36 mm chin to crown, photo within last 6 months. Reusing a Bangladeshi passport photo for a Canada visa typically fails on size mismatch.
Where can I get a Canada visa photo in Bangladesh?
Three options: (1) VFS Global on-site photo service in Dhaka, Chittagong, or Sylhet (BDT 500-800). Photographer knows the IRCC TRV 35×45 mm spec. (2) Local studio at BDT 150-400 — specify "Canada visa 35×45 mm, pure white background, IRCC compliant, no glasses". Bangladeshi studios default to 45×55 mm. (3) Free online tool at home — IDPhotoSnap generates 35×45 mm Canada-compliant photo + print-ready PDF.
Can I use the same photo for Canada PR application via Express Entry?
Yes — IRCC PR application (Express Entry, PNP, family sponsorship) uses the same 35×45 mm visa photo format. Note: once your PR is approved, the actual PR Card itself requires a separate 50×70 mm photo at the card production stage.
Can I wear glasses in a Canada visa photo?
No. IRCC prohibited glasses in Canadian biometric photos since 2016. Religious head covering is permitted if facial features (chin to forehead, both sides of face) are clearly visible.
How many photos do I need at the VFS Global Canada appointment in Bangladesh?
IRCC requires 2 identical photos for visitor visa, study permit, and work permit applications. Our print-ready PDF lays out 6 photos per A4 sheet.
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