Do You Have to Move to Canada Immediately After Receiving PR?

Learn if you must enter Canada immediately after obtaining Permanent Residency and understand the landing requirements and timelines.

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No, you do not have to go to Canada immediately after getting PR. However, you need to land in Canada and complete the formalities within the validity period of your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR). Failure to do so can result in your PR status being revoked. It's advisable to plan your initial stay and settle the required formalities as soon as possible.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Do I need to move to Canada immediately after getting my PR? No, you don't have to move immediately, but you must enter Canada and complete landing formalities before your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) expires.
  2. What happens if I don’t land in Canada before my COPR expires? If you fail to land in Canada before your COPR expires, your permanent residency status can be revoked and your application may be canceled.
  3. How long do I have to land in Canada after PR approval? The validity period of your COPR varies but typically ranges from a few months to one year; you must arrive before that expiry date.
  4. Can someone else land in Canada on my behalf after I get PR? No, the principal applicant must personally land in Canada to activate their permanent resident status.

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