Do Permanent Residents Need a Passport to Enter Canada? Essential Guide

Find out if permanent residents require a passport to enter Canada. Get the essential travel tips you need for smooth re-entry.

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Permanent residents of Canada, whether they are from another country or Canada itself, need a valid passport from their home country and a valid permanent resident card to re-enter Canada. Always make sure your documents are up-to-date before travel.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What documents do permanent residents need to enter Canada? Permanent residents must have a valid passport from their home country and a permanent resident card to re-enter Canada.
  2. Can permanent residents travel outside Canada without a passport? No, permanent residents need a valid passport from their home country to travel internationally.
  3. Do I need a visa to enter Canada as a permanent resident? Permanent residents do not need a visa to re-enter Canada but must have the necessary documentation such as a passport and permanent resident card.

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