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SizingPixel-perfect 50×70 crop
Exports use 50 mm width and 70 mm height at 300 DPI — not stretched 35×45 ratios.
Passport photo dimensions
50×70 mm passport photos — Canada’s official size
Fifty by seventy millimetres is the Canadian passport photo format. This guide covers physical dimensions, head-height millimetres, pixel math at 300 DPI, print tips, and how Passprint enforces a true 50×70 crop instead of stretching 35×45 images.
Exact 50×70 mm~591×827 px @ 300 DPICanada / IRCC
Why 50×70 mm is differentDo not confuse Canada’s size with 35×45 mm
Do not confuse Canada’s size with 35×45 mm
or US 2×2 inch squares
50×70 mm is a taller rectangle (aspect ~5:7). Face height is specified in millimetres (31–36 mm), not only as a vague percentage. Generic editors that only “make it look tall” fail when IRCC measures the print. Passprint automates the entire workflow from upload to print-ready sheet in just a few clicks.
Studio challenge
Millimetre-accurate 50×70 crop
Exports use 50 mm width and 70 mm height at 300 DPI — approximately 591×827 pixels — so rulers match the digital file.
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Studio challenge
31–36 mm face height
Chin-to-crown distance is the critical Canadian check. Passprint’s Canada preset targets this band while keeping eyes in the upper portion of the frame.
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Studio challenge
Print sheets with trim guides
Multiple 50×70 copies align on a grid so studio cutters produce clean pairs for passport applications.
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Sizing workflow
How to create a 50×70 mm passport photo
Upload any portrait, apply the 50×70 mm Canada-aligned preset, verify head height, and export a 300 DPI print sheet.
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Upload source portrait
Phone or studio camera — Passprint accepts JPEG and PNG with a clear, front-facing face.
Select 50×70 mm / Canada preset
Millimetre-accurate crop with face-height targeting for Canadian passport rules.
Verify head dimensions
Confirm chin-to-crown sits between 31 and 36 mm before you spend a credit on export.
Download print sheet
300 DPI layout with cutting guides for physical IRCC submissions.
Upload Photo
Processing
25 mm35 mm ISO
←35 mm→
25 to 35 mm (50 to 69%)
For Print (A4).pdf300 DPI
Passport Size Photos
A4 · 210 × 297 mm · 50 × 70 mm
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Upload source portrait
Phone or studio camera — Passprint accepts JPEG and PNG with a clear, front-facing face.
Upload Photo
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Select 50×70 mm / Canada preset
Millimetre-accurate crop with face-height targeting for Canadian passport rules.
Processing
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Verify head dimensions
Confirm chin-to-crown sits between 31 and 36 mm before you spend a credit on export.
25 mm35 mm ISO
←35 mm→
25 to 35 mm (50 to 69%)
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Download print sheet
300 DPI layout with cutting guides for physical IRCC submissions.
For Print (A4).pdf300 DPI
Passport Size Photos
A4 · 210 × 297 mm · 50 × 70 mm
50×70 mm referenceDimension tools for 50×70 mm.
Dimension tools for 50×70 mm.
Canada’s taller format, measured right.
Educational sizing for Canadian 50×70 mm photos plus Passprint presets that lock millimetres and face height.
~591×827px at 300 DPI
31–36mm face height
5×7cm equivalent
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FramingIRCC face-height band
Chin-to-crown targeting between 31 and 36 mm within the Canadian frame.
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PresetsCanada workflow pairing
Open the Canada passport guide for full IRCC requirements alongside this size reference.
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LayoutPrint grid for 50×70
Multiple taller copies align for clean trimming on studio cutters.
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ExportPrint-ready export
300 DPI sheets ready for IRCC paper submissions.
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ConvertSafe size conversion
Re-crop from other formats without distorting facial proportions.
50×70 mm FAQ
50×70 mm passport photo dimensions
The 50×70 mm format is required for Canadian passport photographs under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) guidance. It is not interchangeable with the 35×45 mm ISO/ICAO-common size used by India, the UK, and Schengen countries.
How many pixels is 50×70 mm at 300 DPI?
At 300 DPI, 50×70 mm is approximately 591×827 pixels (width × height). At 600 DPI it doubles. Passprint handles resolution on export so prints stay sharp when trimmed.
Which country uses 50×70 mm passport photos?
Canada is the primary market using 50×70 mm for passport photographs. Always confirm the latest IRCC photo page for digital vs printed submission rules.
What is the face height rule for 50×70 mm Canada photos?
IRCC specifies the face from chin to crown should measure 31–36 mm within the 50×70 mm frame. That is roughly 44–52% of the photo height — Passprint’s Canada preset encodes this band.
Can I convert a 35×45 photo to 50×70?
Not by stretching. Passprint re-crops the original portrait to 50×70 with correct head framing. Stretching a 35×45 image distorts facial proportions and risks rejection.
What background and print quality are expected?
Use a plain white or light background with even lighting and no shadows. Print on high-quality photo paper at 300 DPI. Soft, blurry, or heavily retouched images are commonly rejected.
Where can I read the full Canada passport photo guide?
Open the Canada passport photo page for IRCC-focused requirements, rejection reasons, and the studio workflow. This size page focuses on dimensions and pixel math.
Official references
Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
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