Essential Documents for Permanent Residents Re-entering Canada
Learn what documents permanent residents need when returning to Canada. Ensure your travel goes smoothly with the right information.
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Permanent residents of Canada need a valid permanent resident card or permanent resident travel document to re-enter Canada. When traveling back by commercial vehicle, such as an airplane, boat, train, or bus, these documents serve as proof of their status in Canada. It's vital to ensure the permanent resident card is valid not just at the time of departure but also upon the planned re-entry into Canada. For those without a valid PR card, applying for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) from outside Canada is essential, facilitating return to Canada.
FAQs & Answers
- What documents do permanent residents need to re-enter Canada? Permanent residents must have a valid permanent resident card or a permanent resident travel document (PRTD) to re-enter Canada.
- Can I re-enter Canada without a valid permanent resident card? No, if you do not have a valid permanent resident card, you must apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) from outside Canada.
- Is my permanent resident card valid for re-entry if it expires before I return to Canada? No, it’s important to ensure your permanent resident card is valid at the time of re-entry into Canada.
- How do I apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document? You can apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) through the Government of Canada’s official immigration website while you are outside Canada.