I am not at all trusting that supposed reason for writing names, etc (i.e. for the photos not to get lost and IRCC being able to match the photos with the applications if they do get lost). If that was the reason, why would IRCC need the studio to put a stamp on it? If it was the mere self-declared identity that needed to be written down, then the studio stamp is moot. It just does not make sense.
Photo for eapr: back details
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The photographer may use a stamp or handwrite this information. Stick-on labels are unacceptable.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/pr-card/apply-photos.asp
There's no absolute requirement for a stamp. I wrote it myself at the photog's studio (my handwriting was neater than the photographers).
Stick-on labels are unacceptable as they can come off in transit. Now, if you are really stressed about this, you can try calling around and finding a photographer who will be willing to stamp it..
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/pr-card/apply-photos.asp
There's no absolute requirement for a stamp. I wrote it myself at the photog's studio (my handwriting was neater than the photographers).
Stick-on labels are unacceptable as they can come off in transit. Now, if you are really stressed about this, you can try calling around and finding a photographer who will be willing to stamp it..
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the crucial point is not about the stamp, it is about the photographer is the one who needs to provide the info requested by cic. Yes i did go around studios and all said they cannot. Freaking lazy bastards.
I think you may be overthinking this. If CIC explicitly allows it to be handwritten, how on earth will they be able to tell whether you wrote it or the photographer did?
In any case, at the end of the day, you need to be satisfied with your application. If you're so firmly convinced that you need the photographer to write it down, your only option appears to be to find one who will do it. I wish you good luck.
abhishek_89
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The details on the backside of the photo is required only after you receive PPR.
For submission post ITA, you just need to upload the digital photo which you receive from the photo studio.
abhishek_89
Champion Member
- Feb 9, 2017
- 3,036
- Category........
- FSW
- NOC Code......
- 2173
- App. Filed.......
- 26-05-2017
- AOR Received.
- 26-05-2017
- Med's Done....
- 22-05-2017
- Passport Req..
- 24-07-2017
- VISA ISSUED...
- 04-08-2017
- LANDED..........
- 16-03-2018
Stamp of studio is fine. We got the studio to stamp name and location and we entered all the remaining details.
This question keep coming after short intervals. There is no need to overthink about this issue.
The confirmed news and successful candidates experience confirms that
1) For e-APR only Digital Photo is required without anything written on Back of the photo.
2) Later on Studio just need to stamp and rest of the details can be added by yourself. Search for good quality studios near your location who deals with photos for visa purpose.
3) If stamp is not available ask them to manually write Studio Name and address along with sign, and this will work. This is however rare that no studio is providing such common details.
I have seen rejection on past due to photo not meeting specification however none was due to stamp issue.
So in conclusion get photo according to requirement and choose a reputable studio that is able to fulfil your demands. If you can't find any leave your location in this forum and someone will help you out.
Good Luck!
The confirmed news and successful candidates experience confirms that
1) For e-APR only Digital Photo is required without anything written on Back of the photo.
2) Later on Studio just need to stamp and rest of the details can be added by yourself. Search for good quality studios near your location who deals with photos for visa purpose.
3) If stamp is not available ask them to manually write Studio Name and address along with sign, and this will work. This is however rare that no studio is providing such common details.
I have seen rejection on past due to photo not meeting specification however none was due to stamp issue.
So in conclusion get photo according to requirement and choose a reputable studio that is able to fulfil your demands. If you can't find any leave your location in this forum and someone will help you out.
Good Luck!
I would say the signature on #3 isn't required as most studios won't accept signing your photos. All they require is when the photo was taken - which is something you should not lie about (just like anything else really).
You just need to write the photographer's address, name and date the photos were taken. That's it. I know you are supposed to write your name and d.o.b as well, but I forgot and still got my passport back with the immigrant visa.
You can write it yourself if the photographer is not willing to write it for you or doesn't have a stamp.
Those are Canadian Rules, even for Canadians must need dated studio stamp to get Canadian Passport