What Are the Eligibility Criteria for Permanent Residency Renewal in Canada?
To be eligible for permanent residency renewal in Canada, a person must be a permanent resident whose PR card has expired or is expiring soon. In addition to this, the person must also meet the residency obligations to maintain their permanent resident status, which includes:
Physical residency in Canada: The person must have physically resided in Canada for at least two years within five years.
Complying with the law: The person must not have serious criminal convictions or outstanding immigration or security issues.
Admissibility: The person must not be inadmissible to Canada on medical, criminal, or security grounds.
If a person cannot meet these residency obligations or is inadmissible to Canada, they may not be eligible for permanent residency renewal. At NIC Immigration, we can assist permanent residents in understanding their residency obligations and help them to determine their eligibility for permanent residency renewal. We can also guide them through the renewal process, ensuring all necessary documentation is submitted, and the application is successful.