Canada visitor visa (TRV) photo: size and rules
The printed Canada visitor visa (TRV) photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
- Head 31 to 36 mm
Photo specification
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Head, crown to chin | 31 to 36 mm (1.22 to 1.42 in) |
| Photos required | 2 |
| Paper | quality photographic paper |
We check sizes and positions; the issuing authority decides acceptance. Last checked 28 Sep 2026. Rules change. Check the issuing authority’s current instructions before you apply.
Background and editing
The source asks for a plain white or light-coloured background. The rules do not allow digital changes to the photo, so the background has to be right when the photo is taken. Retake it against a plain wall instead of editing the background. PortraitPass keeps background replacement off by default for this document.
Rules from the source
- Frame is at least 35 x 45 mm; head and top of shoulders shown.
- Taken within the last six months.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed.
- Non-tinted glasses allowed if the frame does not cover the eyes.
- If digital, the photo must not be altered in any way.
Expression, lighting and how recent the photo is cannot be measured from a picture, so check them yourself.
Can you make it at home?
Yes. No photographer is required. Digital photos must not be altered. Follow the online form's own rules for upload size.
PortraitPass frames the photo against the head and eye lines above and exports a single photo or a print sheet, with the measurements shown so you can check them yourself.
Sources
- Temporary Resident Visa application photograph specifications - Canada.caIssuing authority. Checked 28 Sep 2026.
Found a wrong or outdated number? Open an issue with the source link.
Common questions
What size is a Canada visitor visa (TRV) photo?
The printed photo is 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
Can I take a Canada visitor visa (TRV) photo at home?
Yes. The source accepts a photo you prepare yourself.
What background does a Canada visitor visa (TRV) photo need?
The source asks for a plain white or light-coloured background.
How big should the head be in a Canada visitor visa (TRV) photo?
Measured from the crown to the chin, the head should be 31 to 36 mm (1.22 to 1.42 in).
Where do the Canada visitor visa (TRV) numbers come from?
From the issuing authority’s own pages: Temporary Resident Visa application photograph specifications - Canada.ca. Last checked 28 Sep 2026.
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