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Canada Permanent Resident Card 5x7 cm (715x1000 - 2000x2800) Size Guide with dimensions in inches and mm

Canada Permanent Resident Card 5x7 cm (715x1000 - 2000x2800) Requirements Overview

Learn about Canada Permanent Resident Card 5x7 cm (715x1000 - 2000x2800) photo requirements for Canada. The required photo size is width: 50mm, height: 70mm. Photos must have a white background. Specific head positioning requirements apply. These photos are suitable for printing. Photos can be used for online applications. The name and address of the photographer and the date the photo was taken must be included on the back of one photo. The photographer may handwrite this information. Also the photo must include your name and date of birth. One photo should be left blank.

Official Documentation:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/pdf/5445EB-e.pdf

Document Requirements

Name	Canada Permanent Resident Card 5x7 cm (715x1000 - 2000x2800)
Country	Canada
Document Type	Permanent Resident Card
Size	Width: 50mm, Height: 70mm
Resolution (Dpi)	600
Required Size In Kilobytes	From: 240 to: 4096
Image Definition Parameters	The frame size must be at least 35 mm x 45 mm (1 3/8″ x 1 3/4″). The size of the head, from chin to crown, must be between 31 mm (1 1/4″) and 36 mm (1 7/16″).
Background Color
Printable?	Yes
Suitable For Online Submission?	Yes
Web Links To Official Documents	http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/pdf/5445EB-e.pdf

📷 How to Take a Canada Permanent Resident Card 5x7 cm (715x1000 - 2000x2800) at Home

💡 Use natural or soft lighting. Avoid shadows or harsh flash.
🧱 Stand in front of a plain white or light-colored wall.
📏 Hold camera at eye level, about 1.5 meters away.
😐 Keep a neutral expression. Don’t smile or tilt your head.

🧑‍⚖️ Appearance Requirements

✅ Eyes open and directly facing the camera
✅ Head straight, not tilted
❌ No glasses (unless allowed by local rules)
❌ No white tops or uniforms
✅ Religious head coverings must not obscure the face
✅ Even lighting on face and background

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