Canada Permanent Resident (PR) Card Photos
Know which photo type you need. Canada PR Card photos are the same size as Canada passport photos (50×70mm), but different from Canada visa photos (35×45mm) and immigration photos (35×45mm with a smaller head size). Make sure you select the correct type when ordering.
PR Card Photo vs. Other Canada Photo Types
| Application | Size | Head (chin to crown) |
|---|---|---|
| PR Card (new) | 50×70mm | 31–36mm |
| Canada Passport | 50×70mm | 31–36mm |
| Canada Visa / TRV | 35×45mm | 31–36mm |
| Canada Immigration / PR Renewal | 35×45mm | 25–30mm |
PR Card Photo Specifications
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Finished size | 50×70mm (2 × 2¾ inches) |
| Head size | 31–36mm from chin to crown |
| Quantity | 2 identical photos |
| Photographer | Must be taken by a commercial photographer |
| Background | Plain white, clear contrast between face and background |
| Lighting | Uniform — no shadows, glare, or flash reflections |
| Expression | Neutral, eyes open and clearly visible, mouth closed, no smiling |
| Head position | Face and shoulders centered and squared to camera |
| Date on back | Date photo was taken must appear on the back of one photo |
1
Take a photo at home
Plain white background, good natural light, camera at eye level, shoulders visible.
2
Upload your photo
Upload here or email it to us for free pre-approval before payment.
3
Pay and choose delivery
Same-day pickup at your nearest Walgreens, CVS, or Walmart — or digital delivery by email.
