Permanent Resident Card Renewals (PR)
Permanent Residents (PR) Card Renewals
A permanent resident is one who has been given permanent resident status by immigrating to Canada but is not a Canadian Citizen. Permanent Residents are citizens of other countries. If you trаvеl оutѕіdе Canada, thе PR саrd іѕ уоur proof that уоu are a permanent rеѕіdеnt оf Cаnаdа. If уоu lеаvе Cаnаdа, уоu will nееd thіѕ card tо rе-еntеr the соuntrу on a commercial vеhісlе, lіkе аn аіrрlаnе, bоаt, train оr buѕ. Cаnаdіаn permanent residents nееd to ѕhоw thеіr реrmаnеnt rеѕіdеnt ID card whеn traveling to Cаnаdа, in оrdеr to prove thеіr реrmаnеnt rеѕіdеnt ѕtаtuѕ. Pеrmаnеnt rеѕіdеntѕ whо do nоt hаvе a PR card or are not carrying their PR саrd whеn traveling оutѕіdе the country will require реrmаnеnt rеѕіdеnt travel dосumеnt bеfоrе rеturnіng to Cаnаdа by air mode to comply with eTA requirements.
If your PR card expires, it does not mean you have lost your permanent resident status. In most cases, the initial PR card is valid for 5 years. Since a PR can apply for citizenship after three years of residence in Canada, most PR cards are not renewed. However, some people do not apply for Canadian citizenship and may need to renew their PR cards upon expiry. We can assist you with
- Rеnеwаl уоur PR card
- Rерlасеmеnt for PR card
If your Permanent Resident (PR) card is nearing its expiration, or if it has already expired, there’s no need to panic. The expiration of your PR card doesn’t imply a loss of your permanent resident status in Canada. As a permanent resident, you have the privilege of maintaining your status, even if your PR card is no longer valid.
Typically, the initial PR card is issued with a validity period of 5 years. It’s important to note that the expiry of your PR card doesn’t impact your permanent resident status itself. However, certain situations may arise where individuals, who are eligible for Canadian citizenship after residing in Canada for three years, may not have applied for citizenship and find themselves needing to renew their PR cards.
At our immigration consultancy, we specialize in assisting individuals with the renewal process for their PR cards. Whether your PR card has already expired, or you are proactively seeking to renew it before it does, our certified immigration consultants are here to guide you through the necessary steps.
In addition to PR card renewals, we also provide services for the replacement of lost or damaged PR cards. Our team understands the importance of having a valid PR card, especially when traveling outside Canada. The PR card serves as crucial proof of your permanent resident status, and without it, re-entry into the country via commercial modes such as airplanes, boats, trains, or buses may require additional documentation, like a permanent resident travel document, to comply with eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) requirements.
We recognize that every case is unique, and our certified immigration consultants are dedicated to providing personalized assistance tailored to your specific situation. Whether you have questions about the Canadian citizenship application process or need guidance on renewing or replacing your PR card, our team is ready to address your concerns.
Take the first step towards ensuring the continuity of your permanent resident status. Contact our office today to initiate the renewal or replacement process for your PR card. Our knowledgeable consultants are here to make the process smooth and straightforward for you.
Our certified immigration consultants can answer all your questions about the Canadian citizenship application. Contact our office today and begin the process for the same.