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Citizenship and Residency Obligations

You must reside in Canada for at least 2 out of every 5 years to renew your PR Card. Time spent abroad with a Canadian citizen spouse or working for a Canadian company can count toward this requirement.

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    Citizenship and Residency Obligations

    Citizenship and Residency Obligations

    Canadian PR Residency Obligations:

    You must reside in Canada for at least 2 out of every 5 years to renew your PR Card. Time spent abroad with a Canadian citizen spouse or working for a Canadian company can count toward this requirement.

    Traveling with PR Card:
    A PR Card is required for travel via commercial carriers but not for private car or on foot entries.

    Citizenship Requirements :
    Physical presence in Canada for 3 out of 5 years is needed. Time spent abroad with a Canadian spouse or working for a Canadian company does not count.

    Services Offered:

    Expired PR Card (Inside Canada): Apply 9 months before expiration to ensure timely renewal. Expired PR Card (Outside Canada): May use a Travel Document for re-entry. Citizenship Applications: Eligibility includes being born to a Canadian parent or residing in Canada for 3 years as a permanent resident. Criminal records and certain prohibitions may affect eligibility.

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