Citizenship document photo requirements by country
A citizenship document photo is usually 51 x 51 mm (2 in x 2 in) or 35 x 45 mm (1.38 in x 1.77 in) depending on the country. This page lists 6 citizenship documents from 4 countries with the official size, background and the date we last checked each source. Open a document for its head measurement, file limits and the authority's own wording.
| Document | Country | Size | Background | Verified | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Naturalization Photo (Form N-400, applicants abroad) | United States | 51 x 51 mm | white to off-white background | 2026-10-07 | Open rules |
| Canadian Citizenship Photo (printed, 50 x 70 mm) | Canada | 50 x 70 mm | plain white or light-coloured background | 2026-10-07 | Open rules |
| Canadian Citizenship Photo (digital, online application) | Canada | 1000 x 1400 px | plain white or light-coloured background | 2026-10-07 | Open rules |
| Australian Citizenship Photo (digital, online application) | Australia | 1200 x 1600 px | neutral or light grey coloured background that contrasts wi… | 2026-10-07 | Open rules |
| Australian Citizenship Photo (printed, paper application) | Australia | 35 x 45 mm | neutral or light grey coloured background that contrasts wi… | 2026-10-07 | Open rules |
| OCI Card Photo (Overseas Citizenship of India) | India | 51 x 51 mm | plain light color background (not white) without the border | 2026-10-07 | Open rules |
Make a citizenship document photo from your phone
Pick the exact document and we crop to the official size, check the head height and background, and deliver the file and a print sheet for $6.99.
Make my photoFrequently asked questions
We are an independent service, not a government website. Applying for a passport or visa is done with your government; we only prepare the photo.