Canada Study Permit Photo (35×45mm) — Free Maker

Canada's IRCC requires a 35×45mm biometric photo for study permits, work permits, and visitor visas. ImageGates produces an IRCC-compliant photo from any selfie — correct face proportions, white background, file size matching the IRCC online portal.

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Canada Study Permit Photo (35×45mm) — Free Maker — Quick Info

Tool: Canada Visa Tool
Cost: AI-Powered Tools
Privacy: Browser-based, no uploads
Speed: Instant processing

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How to Use This Tool

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Recent clear selfie with even lighting.

Auto-process

Background to white, IRCC head size 31-36mm applied.

Download IRCC file

Digital JPG for IRCC online + printable 4×6 sheet for VAC.

Complete Guide

Canada is among the top 3 destinations for international students worldwide. The IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) photo standard is strict but identical for study permits, work permits, visitor visas, and PR applications.

Exact IRCC photo requirements - Dimensions: 35mm × 45mm (1 3/8" × 1 3/4") - Head height: 31-36mm chin to crown - Background: plain white or light-colored, no shadows - Expression: neutral, mouth closed - Eyes: open and clearly visible - Glasses: not allowed (effective 2016 for all IRCC photos) - Head covering: only for religious or medical reasons - Age: less than 6 months old - Format: original photo from a digital camera (not scanned) - Print spec for VAC: high-quality glossy or matte photo paper

Where photos are required 1. IRCC online application portal (Permanent Residence applications): digital JPG upload, max 240KB, 420×540 px to 540×720 px recommended 2. VAC biometric appointment: 2 printed photos 3. Express Entry photo upload: digital, 35×45mm equivalent

ImageGates output matches all IRCC formats - Digital JPG sized correctly for IRCC online portal - Print-ready 4×6 sheet with 4 IRCC-spec photos - High-resolution master for university enrolment records

Common IRCC rejection reasons - Wearing glasses (top reason since 2016 ban) - Background not uniform (shadows, off-white tint) - Head height outside 31-36mm range - Smiling or open mouth - Filters or beauty modes detected - Low resolution or visible compression artifacts

ImageGates handles all rejection vectors - AI background removal produces uniform white - Auto-crop targets 33mm head height (middle of IRCC range) - High-quality JPG output well below compression artifact threshold - No filters applied — straight resize and crop only

Canada study permit timeline 1. Receive Letter of Acceptance from DLI (Designated Learning Institution) 2. Apply online at IRCC.gc.ca with photo (from ImageGates) 3. Pay study permit fee (CAD 150) and biometric fee (CAD 85) 4. Book biometrics at VAC in your country 5. Attend appointment with passport, printed photos, supporting documents 6. Wait 4-12 weeks for decision (varies by country) 7. Receive Port of Entry letter and arrive in Canada

Other IRCC applications using same photo - Visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) - Work permit (PGWP, LMIA-based, IEC) - Permanent Residence (Express Entry, PNP, family sponsorship) - Refugee claims - Citizenship applications (slightly different size: 50×70mm)

Related visa photo tools - US B1/B2 visa — 2×2 inch - UK student visa — 45×35mm - Schengen visa — same 35×45mm - All country sizes

ImageGates ensures your Canada study permit photo passes IRCC verification on the first try, free.