Canadian travel documents

Canadian passport photo checklist

Know what to ask the photo studio for, and what to check before sending your application.

Before the photo appointment

Confirm the format first
Check whether your application requires printed photos or a digital file. The requirements depend on how you apply.
Tell the studio the exact purpose
Ask for photos for a Canadian passport and point the studio to the relevant official specifications. Requirements for other documents can differ.
Review before you submit
Check the image, framing and background against Canada.ca. For a printed application, also check the instructions for the back of the photo.

Use the official examples to check appearance and posture. Follow the instructions for your specific application type.