Canadian passport photos have different requirements from standard U.S. passport photos. The print size, face position, lighting, and information on the back all matter. Here are a few tips before your appointmenT
Can I just go to my pharmacy or shipping store?
Not for Canadian Passports or other Canadian uses. Yes, a U.S. passport CAN be done ar those places, but not Canadian Passports/Citizenship. In our local Hampton Roads area, these places are not setup to do the proper sizing, as well as lighting, and back information required for Canadian use. Also, the U.S. Post Office? No. They only do U.S. Passport Photos. Occasionally a well meaning clerk at these places, may tell people, yes, they can do Canadian Passports there. But then they find out a couple of weeks later when their application package is denied, and so then they have to start over! Don't do it. Just come to a professional studio like Forrest Studio You're assured of it being accepted!
Can I use the New Online- Do it Yourself Passport Photo Services?
Sounds good, but these will be usually be rejected. "Home selfies" and AI-edited photos do not satisfy the published Canadian passport rules. The rules state specifically, these MUST be taken by a professional photographer in a commercial studio (which we are!)
Tell us what you're applying for
Printed passport photos, digital photos for eligible online renewals, and Canadian citizenship photos have different requirements. Let us know which application you are making when you call.
What to wear and expect
A medium or dark top stands out against the light background. Look directly at the camera with your eyes open and mouth closed for a neutral expression. We also photograph children and babies, so please tell us their ages when scheduling.
Printed Canadian passport photo size
Printed Canadian passport photos measure 50 × 70 mm, unlike the standard U.S. 2 × 2 inch photo. We prepare two matching prints and include the required photographer information on the back of one. Bring your application’s photo instructions if you have them.
Schedule your appointment
Forrest Studio of Photography is at 5473 Shore Drive in Virginia Beach and serves clients throughout Hampton Roads. Call 757-464-6800 to schedule your 15-minute Canadian passport photo appointment. See our Canadian passport photo page for service details.