PR CARD & CITIZENSHIP

Permanent Resident (PR) Card & Canadian Citizenship Services

For individuals who have successfully immigrated to Canada, maintaining permanent residency status and ultimately obtaining Canadian citizenship are critical milestones. We offer expert guidance to help you navigate residency requirements, PR card renewals, and the naturalization process.

Permanent Resident (PR) Card Renewal

A Permanent Resident card is the official proof of your PR status in Canada. When traveling internationally, you must show a valid PR card to board a commercial vehicle (plane, train, bus, or boat) bound for Canada.

PR cards are typically valid for 5 years. To maintain your status, you must meet the **residency obligation**: being physically present in Canada for at least 730 days (2 years) in every 5-year period. If your PR card has expired or is nearing expiry, we can help you prepare your renewal application, compile travel histories, and ensure you meet the residency requirements. We also assist clients in responding to Residency Obligation Audits or Residence Questionnaires.

Applying for Canadian Citizenship

Becoming a Canadian citizen is a significant milestone that grants you the right to vote, obtain a Canadian passport, and fully participate in Canadian society. To qualify for Canadian citizenship, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Permanent Resident Status: You must have permanent resident status in Canada, and your status must not be under review for immigration or fraud reasons.
• Physical Presence: You must have been physically present in Canada for at least 1,095 days (3 years) during the 5 years immediately preceding the date of your application. Time spent in Canada as a temporary resident (on a study or work permit) prior to becoming a PR can count as half-days (up to a maximum of 365 days).
• Income Tax Filing: You must have filed income taxes in Canada for at least 3 years within the 5-year period before you apply.
• Language Ability: If you are between 18 and 54 years old, you must prove that you can speak and listen in English or French at a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 4 or higher.
• Citizenship Test: You must pass a written test on Canada's history, values, institutions, and symbols.