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Canada is the second-largest country in the world which millions of tourists visit every year. If you are a Canadian citizen or you want to become one, you have to meet some requirements regarding photographs and the Canadian citizenship application process.
However, Canadian visa, immigration, citizenship, and passport requirements are the strictest in the world. This is why it is important to meet the Canadian requirements regarding photos to documents such as Canadian Citizenship.
It is important to know that the Canadian Citizenship photos might be slightly different than the Canadian Passport requirements, Permanent Residence or Immigration photos. It is recommendable to be photographed by a professional portrait studio specializing in Canadian citizenship photos. However, you can still use our PhotoAiD tool which gives you an effect like from a professional studio but you can try to take the photo as many times as you want!
Read this guide to find out all the important specifications regarding the Canadian citizenship photo size, facial expression, head position, quality of image and photo paper, lighting as well as background color and more.
The dimensions for the Canadian citizenship photo are 50 mm wide x 70 mm high (2 inches wide x 2- 3/4 inches long) and the height of the head measures between 31 mm (1- 1/4 inches) and 36 mm (1- 7/16 inches) from chin to crown of the head. Crown means the top of the head or (if obscured by hair or a head covering) where the top of the head or skull would be if it could be seen. The photographs must show the full front view of the head, with the face in the middle of the photograph, and include the top of the shoulders.
Capture the photographed person on a plain white or light-coloured background with a clear difference between their face and the background. If you cannot reach the exact color, use our PhotoAiD background remover which removes any patterns and changes the colour for the right, white one.
The photo cannot be overexposed or underexposed, damaged or scratched. Some institutions do not accept photos printed at home and photos printed on heavyweight paper so be sure that you do not use your home printer, the best is to go to the photo labs to avoid rejection of the picture.
If you usually wear glasses, you can wear them as long as they are not tinted and they do not hide or block your eyes in any way. You cannot wear sunglasses.
If you usually wear a cosmetic accessory, such as a wig, you may wear it as long as it does not disguise how you look. Head coverings worn for religious reasons may be worn if they do not hide any facial features.
If you think about taking a photo of Canadian citizenship at home, this is what you should know. Even though the Canadian rules regarding citizenship documents are strict, it is allowed to take a photo by yourself. It is possible with a 100% warranty of acceptance! You just need to follow the official requirements about which we were writing and these 5 simple steps below.
Just download a PhotoAiD app for your phone with iOS or Android or use an online photo maker and follow these 5 simple steps about how to take a Canadian citizenship photo by phone:
The Canadian citizenship photo editor is based on Artificial Intelligence Technology. This means that all pictures uploaded to the PhotoAiD tool are automatically verified by AI and marked as correct or incorrect. You have nothing to lose because it is completely free of charge! You pay only for a perfectly done photo that you wish to download. All previews are for free. Read on to find out how it works.
Artificial Intelligence works like a background remover; it removes all the patterns or shadows and is able to change your background color really quick! You get the Canadian Citizenship picture in a uniform white!
The online photo resizer changes the size of your photographs and adjusts the Canadian Citizenship photo official requirements. It measures the distance and crops the head and face to the top and bottom of the photo as it is pointed in the Canadian citizenship dimensions.
The photographs you want to attach to the application form must comply with the specifications we presented above. If they don’t, then you will be obliged to provide new pictures before your application can be processed. That is why we use artificial intelligence to check photos produced on our website. Every photo which is validated by our photo maker has a warranty of acceptance. You may not remember which is the correct size or a background’s color but once you choose a preferred document like Canadian citizenship. You will receive a photo of guaranteed quality ready to send or print.
The last process is creating the Canadian Citizenship photo template that is ready to download via email. After you receive your ready photo, you can print it by yourself in a local printing place or you can order an already printed one to be shipped for you. It depends on you!
This process might seem long and difficult but everything in the app or on the website is very quick and it takes only a few seconds to have the right Canadian citizenship photo-ready!
Last update: 2022-06-27
💡 What is the size of Canadian Citizenship photo?
The dimensions for the Canadian citizenship photo are 50 mm wide x 70 mm high (2 inches wide x 2- 3/4 inches long) and the height of the head measures between 31 mm (1- 1/4 inches) and 36 mm (1- 7/16 inches) from chin to crown of the head.
💡 What should I wear for Canadian citizenship photo?
If you usually wear a cosmetic accessory, such as a wig, you may wear it as long as it does not disguise how you look. Head coverings worn for religious reasons may be worn if they do not hide any facial features as well as glasses for medical reasons.
💡 Do you sign Canadian citizenship photo?
While submitting two photogtaphs it is required to sign one. If you took a photo in the photography studio, the photographer should sign and confirm your true likeness.
💡 Are Canadian photos the same as Canadian passport photos?
Generally, they have the same size but some small things may differ so be sure you check the official requirements for the Canadian citizenship if you apply for this document or passport if you apply for Canadian passport.
💡 What qualifies you to be a Canadian citizen?
There are some main reasons why you can be a Canadian citizen, like being a permanent resident, living in Canada for 3 out of the last 5 years., filling taxes (if you need to), passing a citizenship test, proving your language skills.
💡 Can I smile in the photo for Canadian citizenship?
The applicant cannot smile in the photo to Canadian citizenship, they have to keep their mouth closed so not showing teeth and the facial expression has to be neutral.
💡 How much is the fee for adults Canadian citizenship?
The fee amount varies depending on the age of the applicant and the time of processing. However, for adults (18 and over) the processing fee cost $CAN 530 and the right of citizenship fee $CAN 100 so $CAN 630 in total.
💡 Who is eligible for the Canadian citizenship?
Canadian citizenship is typically obtained either by birth in Canada or by birth abroad to at least one parent with Canadian citizenship or by adoption by at least one Canadian citizen. It can also be granted to a permanent resident who has lived in Canada for a given period of time through naturalization.
💡 Can I print photo to Canadian citizenship at home?
Some institutions do not accept photos printed at home and photos printed on heavyweight paper so be sure that you do not use your home printer, the best is to go to the photo labs to avoid rejection of the picture.
Canadian citizenship is typically obtained either by birth in Canada or by birth abroad to at least one parent with Canadian citizenship or by adoption by at least one Canadian citizen. It
can also be granted to a permanent resident who has lived in Canada for a given period of time through naturalization.
To be eligible to become a Canadian citizen, you must:
For Canadian citizenship, you can apply online or on paper. The online process requires:
The fee amount varies depending on the age of the applicant and the time of processing.
For adults (18 and over) the processing fee cost $CAN 530 and the right of citizenship fee $CAN 100 so $CAN 630 in total. The costs for minors (under 18) are: processing fee $CAN 100 which gives $CAN 100 in total. However, not all applications require online payment. Check the payment options for your application before you continue.
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