What is the Canada visa photo size?
| Document | Pixels | File size | Print size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photo | 420 × 540 px | 60–4000 KB | 35 × 45 mm | JPG |
Background: plain white or light-coloured. Head 31–36 mm from chin to crown. At least 420 × 540 px, up to 4 MB. Check the upload page before you submit: sizes can differ by application centre.
How to resize a photo for Canada visa
- The Canada visa photo preset (420 × 540 px, 60–4000 KB) is already selected.
- Add your photo from the gallery, or open the camera.
- Drag and zoom to set the frame; turn on clean-up for a white background.
- When the result shows the file is inside the stated range, download the JPG and upload it to the form.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Canada visa photo size?
420 pixels wide and 540 pixels high, between 60 and 4000 KB, as a JPG. On paper that is 35 × 45 mm. Background: plain white or light-coloured. Head 31–36 mm from chin to crown. At least 420 × 540 px, up to 4 MB. Check the upload page before you submit: sizes can differ by application centre. Check the current Canada visa guidelines before you submit.
How do I reduce my Canada visa photo to 4000 KB?
Add the photo above and adjust the frame. PixFit sets it to 420 × 540 pixels and picks the JPG quality that lands between 60 and 4000 KB, then you download it.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Resizing and compression happen in your browser. The file stays on your phone or computer.
Why can the Canada visa portal reject my photo?
The upload check reads the file: a JPG of 420 × 540 pixels between 60 and 4000 KB. PixFit sets all three and shows when the file is inside the stated range.
What if the official size changes?
PixFit re-checks the Canada visa guidelines; this page was last verified on 1 Nov 2026. If yours differs, use Resize image and enter its numbers.