Clearwater / St Petersburg Canadian Passport Photographer
Canadian Passport Photo Guidelines
Canadian passport photos have very strict guidelines. At Jonathan Fanning Photography, we are familiar with these requirements and can provide you with passport photos tailored to their exact specifications.
Here are the following requirements as of March 2023:
- Photographed by a professional photographer.
- 50 mm wide X 70 mm high (2 inches wide X 2 3/4 inches long) and sized so the height of the face measures between 31 mm (1 1/4 inches) and 36 mm (1 7/16 inches) from chin to crown of head (natural top of head).
- In focus, clear, and sharp. Photo may be in color or black and white.
- With a neutral facial expression (eyes open, mouth closed, no smiling).
- Light is uniform, glare and flash reflections are not present.
- Photographed straight on, square to the camera, with the face and shoulders centered.
- Your face should be clearly distinguishable from the background when taken against a plain white or light-colored background. Natural skin tones must be reflected/represented in the photo.
- Original photo that has not been altered or taken from existing photographs.
- Your current appearance (taken within the last 12 months).
- A professional photo printed on plain, high quality photographic paper
- Photographer must clearly write or stamp on the back of one photo with:
- Date the photo was taken
- Name and complete address of the photo studio
- Your guarantor must clearly write:
- “I certify this to be a true likeness of (applicant’s name)” for an application
- Sign the back of the photo
Child Photo for Canadian Passport
For children, the same rules apply, however, accommodations are made for newborns.
A newborn baby can be photographed in a car seat as long as a white blanket covers the seat behind their head. Shadows should not be present on the face, shoulders, around the ears, or in the background.
Note: The photo must not show the hands of the parent or child.
What to Avoid the Day of Your Photo
- Glasses, even tinted prescription glasses, may be worn in photos as long as they are clearly visible and do not have glare. Sunglasses are unacceptable.
- Avoid shadows. In order to avoid shadows on the face, shoulders, ears, or in the background, the lighting must be uniform.
- It is not permitted to wear hats or head coverings, unless they are worn every day for religious or medical reasons. However, the head covering must not cast any shadows on your face or obscure your full face.
- We recommend wearing darker colors to create a contrast from the background
At Jonathan Fanning Studio & Gallery, we are aware of these strict standards and ensure that your passport photo will meet all Canadian passport photo requirements.
Canadian Passport Photo by Jonathan Fanning Photography
Book your Canadian passport or other Passport photos today with Jonathan Fanning Photography. We have the skill and expertise in delivering you the best professional photos possible.
To schedule your passport photo appointment, give us a call at 727-851-9965 or fill out our contact form
Frequently Asked Questions about our Passport Photo Services
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. Please give us a call 727-851-9965 or fill out our contact form
What are your photography studio hours?
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Where are you located?
Our studio is located by the St Pete / Clearwater Airport off of 49th St and Ulmerton: 4500 140th Ave N., Suite #110 Clearwater, FL 33762
How long does it take?
About 15 minutes to take the photo, resize your image to the required specifications and make the print(s). Please allow up to a 3-5 business day processing time for Australia Passport Photos.
How much does it cost?
$25 plus tax (includes two copies sized to your governments specifications).
What form of payment do you accept?
We accept cash and all major credit cards including: Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and Debit Card.
What should I wear to have my passport photo taken?
Wear clothing that you would normally wear on a daily basis. We typically recommend darker clothing to stand out from the background.
What should I bring?
Government photo requirements may change. We recommend bringing your passport photo requirements to ensure proper compliance.
Do you offer Visa & Immigration Photos?
Visa & immigration photos are available at our photography studio.
Do you offer passport photos for all countries?
Unfortunately, we are no longer processing Australian Passport Photos. However, we can accommodate all other countries. Just let us know what you need.
Are all passport photos the same?
No. Each government requires a specific size for their passport photos with overall size and face size. Ex. Canada requires a different size than the U.S. and requires the photography studio to write the date the photos was taken, name and complete address of the photo studio.
Do you guarantee your passport photos?
We guarantee that your passport, visa, or immigration photos will be accepted. If our ID photos are rejected for any reason, let us know and we will take them again at no charge.
Do you provide passport applications?
No. We only provide the photos to be submitted by the customer.
Do you offer digital passport photos?
Yes. Some governments such as the UK allow a digital passport photo to be submitted for their application. We will take your photo and size it to your governments digital requirements.