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PR Card Renewal

Individuals holding permanent resident status in Canada have the opportunity to apply for their initial Permanent Resident Card, as well as for renewal or replacement in cases of loss, theft, destruction, or non-receipt of the PR Card.

Eligibility Criteria for PR Card Renewal

To be eligible for a PR card renewal, you must hold permanent resident status in Canada and satisfy the following conditions:

  • Physical Residency: You should be physically residing within Canada.
  • Residency Requirement: Within the span of 5 years since obtaining permanent residency, you must have been physically present in Canada for a minimum of 2 years.
  • CNo Removal Order: You must not be under a removal order from Canada.
  • Non-Citizen Status: You should not hold Canadian citizenship.
  • No Offences Related to PR Card Misuse: You must not have been convicted of an offence related to the misuse of a permanent resident card.

Applying for a Permanent Resident Travel Document

Individuals with permanent resident status outside Canada, who lack a PR card to re enter Canada, should apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD). The following points are essential when making this application:

  • Document Checklists: Essential documents such as a valid passport, citizenship validation documents, etc., need to be provided. Detailed procedures can be referred to on Migration Concerns.
  • Processing Time: If your application is complete, the responsible officer may issue the PRTD within a relatively short period. For more details, consult Migration Concerns.
  • Checking PR Status: The PR status in Canada can be verified by accessing an online platform and providing the necessary information.
  • PR Validity: Most Canadian PR cards are valid for five years, although some are valid for one year. The card indicates its validity period

Exceptions to PR Card Renewal Residency Requirement

There are exceptions to the aforementioned residency requirement for certain cases involving Canadian family or business connections:

  • Residency Obligation: A Canadian permanent resident must be physically present in Canada for a minimum of 730 days within the past five years, or:
  • Time Abroad with Canadian Connections: Time spent abroad with a Canadian citizen spouse, common-law partner, or parent contributes to Canadian residency.
  • Time Abroad for Employment: Time spent abroad by a Canadian permanent resident employed by a Canadian business or in the public service of Canada or a Canadian province counts towards residency.