Indian PCC Photos in Downtown Toronto

Applying for an Indian Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) from Canada? Passport Photo Toronto provides professional PCC photos that fully comply with the Indian government's updated ICAO photo standards. Our photographers ensure your photos meet every requirement so your application is accepted the first time.

Indian PCC Photo Requirements

Key Photo Requirements

  • Size: 35mm × 45mm (ICAO standard — updated Sept 2025)
  • Digital upload: 630 × 810 pixels
  • Plain white background
  • Face covers 80–85% of the frame
  • Full face, front view, eyes open
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed
  • No glasses — must be removed
  • Recent photo (within 6 months)

Important: New ICAO Photo Requirements for PCC — Effective September 1, 2025

The Government of India updated its photo requirements for Police Clearance Certificate applications effective September 1, 2025. Only ICAO-compliant photographs are now accepted. A further enforcement notice issued on December 1, 2025 made digital photo upload mandatory before any PCC application can be submitted online. Applications submitted without a compliant photo are rejected outright.

The PCC is explicitly listed alongside Passport, Surrender Certificate, and Global Entry Program as a document type requiring ICAO-compliant photos, as confirmed in official notices from Indian consulates worldwide.

PCC Photo Requirements: Old Rules vs. New ICAO Rules

Requirement Old Rules (Pre-Sept 2025) New ICAO Rules (From Sept 2025)
Physical size 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) 35 × 45 mm (portrait format)
Digital dimensions Not consistently enforced 630 × 810 pixels (mandatory)
Background White or light-coloured Strictly plain white only
Face coverage 70–80% of the frame 80–85% of the frame
Glasses Allowed if no glare Not permitted — must be removed
Digital upload Optional in many cases Mandatory before online submission
Photo editing Minor edits sometimes tolerated Zero editing — no filters, no retouching
Camera distance Not specified Must be taken from 1.5 metres

Official Government Sources

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Printed Photo Copies

$24.99
  • Two identical printed photos
  • 35 × 45 mm ICAO format
  • High-quality photographic paper
  • Government compliant
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Digital Photo Copy

$24.99
  • 630 × 810 px digital file
  • Ready for online portal upload
  • Sent via email
  • Government compliant
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Printed + Digital

$39.99
  • Two printed 35 × 45 mm photos
  • 630 × 810 px digital file
  • Government compliant
  • Complete package for all needs
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Full PCC Photo Requirements

The following requirements apply to all Indian Police Clearance Certificate photo submissions as of September 2025. These are identical to the updated Indian passport photo requirements, as both documents now fall under the same ICAO standard:

  • Physical size: 35mm × 45mm (portrait format)
  • Digital dimensions: 630 × 810 pixels
  • Colour photograph only
  • Plain white background — no patterns, shadows, or off-white tones
  • Face must cover 80–85% of the photograph
  • Full head visible from top of hair to bottom of chin
  • Head centred within the frame — not tilted
  • Full face, front-facing view
  • Eyes open and clearly visible — no hair across the eyes
  • Neutral expression with mouth closed
  • Uniform lighting — no harsh shadows, flash reflections, or red-eye
  • Photo taken from approximately 1.5 metres from the camera
  • No glasses — must be removed to avoid reflections
  • No head coverings except for religious reasons (full face must be visible from chin to forehead)
  • Photo must be unaltered — no digital retouching, filters, or background edits
  • Recent photo taken within the last 6 months
  • Digital upload of photo and signature is mandatory before submitting the online application

Note on Digital Upload: As of December 1, 2025, the VFS Global and BLS Canada PCC application portals will not accept a submission unless the ICAO-compliant photo and applicant signature have been uploaded digitally beforehand. Our studio provides the 630 × 810 pixel digital file alongside your printed photos so you have everything needed for both the online upload and the physical submission.

How to Apply for an Indian PCC from Canada

Indian nationals residing in Canada can apply for a Police Clearance Certificate through BLS International Service Canada Inc., the official outsourcing partner of the Consulate General of India. The process involves both an online component and a physical submission.

  • 1
    Get your ICAO-compliant photos

    Visit Passport Photo Toronto to have your 35 × 45 mm printed photos and 630 × 810 px digital file prepared. Both are required for the application.

  • 2
    Complete the online application form

    Visit the BLS International Canada PCC portal and fill in the online application form. You will need your current Indian passport details, Canadian address, and the purpose of the PCC.

  • 3
    Upload your photo and signature digitally

    Before submitting the online form, you must upload your ICAO-compliant digital photo (630 × 810 px) and your digital signature. The application cannot be submitted without these uploads.

  • 4
    Print and sign the application form

    After online submission, download and print the completed application form. Sign it physically — the printed form still requires a handwritten signature.

  • 5
    Submit your documents

    Submit the signed printed form, your printed photos, a copy of your current Indian passport, and any supporting documents to a BLS centre in Toronto, Vancouver, Ottawa, or other Canadian cities, or by mail.

  • 6
    Receive your PCC

    Processing times vary based on the country for which the clearance is required. Standard processing typically takes 4–8 weeks. The PCC is issued by the Indian police authorities after verification of your Indian address history.

PCC vs. Indian Passport vs. OCI: Photo Differences

It is important to use the correct photo format for each document type, as the specifications differ. The table below summarises the key differences:

Requirement Indian Passport Police Clearance (PCC) OCI Card
Physical size 35 × 45 mm 35 × 45 mm 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)
Digital dimensions 630 × 810 px 630 × 810 px 600 × 600 px
Aspect ratio Portrait (rectangular) Portrait (rectangular) Square
Background Plain white Plain white Plain white
Face coverage 80–85% 80–85% 50–70%
Glasses Not permitted Not permitted Not permitted
Digital upload Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory

Why Choose Passport Photo Toronto for Your PCC Photos?

  • ICAO-Compliant Guarantee: Every photo we produce meets the updated September 2025 ICAO standards required for PCC applications. We provide both the printed 35 × 45 mm photos and the 630 × 810 px digital file.
  • Guaranteed Acceptance: If your photos are rejected by BLS or the Indian consulate for any reason related to our service, we will retake them at no additional cost.
  • Experienced Photographers: Our team stays current with all Indian government photo regulation changes, including the September 2025 ICAO update.
  • Convenient Downtown Location: Our studio at 63 McCaul St is centrally located in downtown Toronto, easily accessible by TTC.
  • Fast Service: Most clients are in and out within 15 minutes, with digital files sent by email the same day.