How to Avoid Losing Your Permanent Resident Status
Learn the key reasons for losing your permanent resident status and how to maintain your residency.
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You can lose your permanent resident status if you do not adhere to residency obligations, commit a serious crime, or become a security risk. Not living in the country for at least two out of five years, unless you meet certain exceptions like working abroad for a national company, can lead to the loss of status. Additionally, being convicted of a serious criminal offense can make you inadmissible to remain a resident. It’s crucial to maintain compliance with legal and residency requirements to safeguard your status.
FAQs & Answers
- What are the reasons for losing permanent resident status? You can lose your permanent resident status for failing to meet residency obligations, committing serious crimes, or being deemed a security risk.
- How long can a permanent resident stay outside the country? Permanent residents must not be outside the country for more than two out of five years unless they qualify for specific exceptions, such as working for a national company abroad.
- Can a criminal conviction affect permanent residency? Yes, a serious criminal conviction can result in being inadmissible to remain a permanent resident.
- What should I do to maintain my permanent resident status? To maintain permanent resident status, ensure compliance with all legal and residency requirements, and maintain a physical presence in the country as required.