A permanent resident of Canada is a person who has acquired permanent resident
status and is eligible for a PR card. Applying for your Permanent Residence Card
can be a confusing experience. We at Immigroup offer you two easy ways to get
this document. The first Option is to download the PR Card Kit, fill out the
forms and send them to us. The second Option is to visit our office in person
and we will do everything for you and call you when your PR card is ready.
Download PR Card application.
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What is a PR card?
The Permanent Resident (PR) Card is a required document for permanent residents,
including children who go abroad and then return to Canada by any commercial
carrier (plane, train, boat or bus). When you are returning to Canada , you will
be asked to present the Permanent Resident Card before you board the carrier or
bus that will take you back to Canada . Also, you will need to show your PR Card
to the Immigration Officer at the Canadian port of entry to prove your permanent
resident status. It is therefore imperative to have your PR Card in hand prior
to leaving Canada.
Who is eligible for a PR card?
In order to be eligible for a PR card, a person should:
be a permanent resident of Canada
be physically present in Canada
not be under an effective removal order
not be a Canadian citizen or a registered Indian under the Indian Act.
Who is a permanent resident?
A permanent resident is a foreign national who has immigrated to Canada and
plans to live there permanently. To keep permanent resident status, a permanent
resident must live in Canada for at least two years in a five-year period.
What shall I do if I am outside Canada and I have no valid PR card?
If you are outside Canada and you do not have a valid Permanent Resident Card to
return to Canada you will need to obtain a travel document from a Canadian visa
office. Immigroup provides assistance in obtaining a travel document for our
clients.
What is the cost for a Canada permanent resident card?
The cost of the PR card depends on the processing time. For a regular filing
that takes about 4-5 months, the Immigroup charges $225 + $50 government fee.
For an urgent filing (2-4weeks) we charge $325 + 50$ government fee.
What are the PR card photo requirements?
The PR card photo should measure 35 mm x 45 mm (1 3/8″ x 1 3/4″). It should be
either back and white or color. Photos must have been taken within the last 12
months to ensure an up-to-date likeness. Your face must be facing the camera
directly, with a neutral expression. The back of the photo should bear the date
the photo was taken .
How to obtain a PR card in Toronto?
You can visit our Toronto Office:
Address: 1180 Danforth Ave,
Toronto, Ontario
M4J 1M3
Tel: 416-962-2623
Toll Free: 1-866-760-2623
Fax: 416-640-2650
Or, alternatively, download the PR card Kit and courier it to the above address.
How do I keep my PR status?
Your permanent resident status allows you to live in Canada, but there is also a
time limit on how long you can live outside the country. To keep your status as
a permanent resident, you must live in Canada for at least two years within a
five-year period.
What if my Permanent Resident Card is lost, destroyed, stolen, or I never
received it?
If this happens you should immediately call Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
If you had it stolen or lost it, we also advise that you call the police.
Do I have to have a Permanent Resident Card?
Yes, it is mandatory for all Canadian Permanent Residents to present a valid PR
Card to personnel before boarding any flight, bus, boat or train returning to
Canada and to an immigration officer when you enter Canada.
Do my children need one?
Yes. All Canadian Permanent Residents, including children, must show a valid PR
Card in order to re-enter Canada.
Children of Canadian Permanent Residents who were born in Canada are Canadian
Citizens and only need a valid Canadian Passport for re-entry to Canada.
The name that appears on my Canadian Permanent Resident Card is not complete
There is only space for 20 letters for a last name and 15 letters for first and
middle names on a PR Card. If your name is longer than this it will be
incomplete on your PR Card. But it is completely acceptable and will not present
a problem, even if the name that appears on you SIN card is complete, and
therefore different from the name that appears on your PR Card.
If, however, your name is spelled incorrectly, you should call Immigroup at
1-866-760-2623 and they will arrange for a replacement card to be sent with your
name spelled properly. If there is a problem with your Record of Landing please
call Immigroup as soon as possible.
Do I need my PR Card if I’m returning to Canada by car?
No. The PR Card is only required for a return to Canada by commercial carrier,
such as a boat, bus, train or airplane. We do advise, however, that you have it
with you when you travel.
I hold a Record of Landing (IMM 1000); do I still need a Canadian Permanent
Resident Card?
Yes. As of December 30, 2003 the IMM 1000 is no longer considered a valid
document for return to Canada. This includes certified copies of IMM 1000 forms,
IMM 1000 forms stamped “Not valid for travel” and Confirmation of Permanent
Residence, or IMM 5292, forms. These documents will continue to be valid while
you are outside of Canada, however in order to return to Canada you will need a
PR Card or a Temporary Travel Document.
What do I do if I’m outside Canada and I don’t have my card?
Canadian Permanent residents who are outside of Canada and wish to return, but
do not have a PR Card, can apply for a Temporary Travel Document. The
application must be downloaded and submitted to the applicable Canadian visa
office.
In section B of the PR Card application it asks for a work history for the
last five years – I haven’t been in Canada for that long, do I have to give a
work history prior to immigrating?
No, you are only required to provide a work history for the years that you have
been a Canadian Permanent Resident.
Will I ever need a Canadian Permanent Resident Card inside Canada?
It is possible that certain Canadian agencies will ask to see your PR Card to
verify whether or not you are eligible for certain programs and services.
For new immigrants is the cost of a PR Card included in the overall fee for
an application for permanent residence?
Yes. However, if you are already a landed immigrant and do not have a PR Card,
the cost to obtain one is $50 per applicant. Remember if you require assistants
for an Immigroup representative there will be extra charges.
What if I change my name?
If you are going to change the name on your PR Card, you must include a
notarized copy of the change of name (divorce certificate, marriage certificate,
recognition of legal change of name) and you must include your Record of
Landing.
There is a typo on my landing paper (example: Birth date, first or last name)
If you wish to correct this mistake, the process can be very simple or extremely
complicated. How easy it will be to amend it will depend on what has to be
changed and what caused the mistake to happen. Please contact our office if you
have noticed a mistake on your landing paper.
I have a criminal record can I apply for a PR Card?
If you have a criminal record, this does not affect the PR Card, but it could
cause problems if you decide to travel, especially to the United States. Also, a
criminal record may affect your Canadian citizenship when you choose to apply.
You should call us or give the Citizenship and Immigration a call.
Where do I mail my Permanent Resident Card (PR Card)?
This depends on how you are sending your application. If you are sending it by
regular mail, you should send it to:
P.O. Box 10020
Sydney, NS
B1P 7C1
However, if you are sending it by courier, you must send your application to:
210 George Street
SSSydney, NS
B1P 1J3
I am traveling how can I get my Permanent Resident Card (PR Card) fast?
Simply send your travel booking with your PR application and mark on the
envelope “urgent: traveling soon”.
My application was sent back what do I do now?
The government will send you a cover sheet explaining the problem(s) with your
application. Carefully read and follow all instructions (remember this is only a
standard letter) and adjust your application to meet requirements. It a good
idea to courier your package to them (not through Canada Post registered mail)
and give them a call 5-10 business after they have received it to do a status
check up.
Can a family member pick up the PR Card on my behalf?
If you have just immigrated to Canada you will receive your PR Card to the
address you have provided at the time of entry. If you have filed a renewal PR
application a family member cannot pick up the PR Card even with a letter
allowing them.
I lost my pick up notice how can I get a new on?
Go to CIC web site and get your electronic pick up notice there or give them a
call at 1-888-242-2100. But if you remember where to go and the date you need to
be there, you can still show up with your Passport, landing paper (IMM 1000) and
one photo ID this should be enough for the officer to find you on there system.
What do I take with me at the time of pick up?
Passport, landing paper (IMM 1000), photo ID and your pick up notice for CIC.
How do I check the status on my PR Card?
Please visit
https://services3.cic.gc.ca/ecas/?app=ecas&lang=en
I called the government a few times and I am told different things on the
same question, what should I believe?
It's most reassuring to get the same question answered the same way twice from a
government officer. To do this you may need to call a few times. If this does
not work, speak to some one in the private sector they usually have a more
practical hands on experience.
Can I send all my family's PR application at one time?
Yes, but in put each application in different envelopes. This does not mean that
all application will be ready at the same time.
I lost my PR Card what should I do?
It a good idea to report it to the police, but this is not a must. To replace
your PR Card you will need to start from the begging and file a new application.
I just came to Canada when would I get my PR Card?
About 30 days after you have arrived, the government will send it to the address
you have given them, and so if your not living there you will need to check at
that mailbox. Sometimes, the pictures that were sent to CIC will be incorrect.
You will be notified and asked to go to a local CIC office to have your pictures
re-done. This will cause a delay in the delivery of your PR Card.
My PR Card is expiring what now?
You will have to file a new application, you can get the kit on this website.
Just click here.
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