A Permanent Resident of Canada is someone who has applied for and been approved for Permanent Resident status within Canada. A Permanent Resident is not yet a Citizen. A Permanent Resident is still considered a Citizen of another country. Permanent residency allows an individual to work and live in Canada without being a citizen of Canada yet.
A Permanent Resident does not have a time limit on how long there are allowed to stay. A Permanent Resident has many of the same obligations as a Canadian Citizen.
When an individual obtains a permanent residence, they are allowed to live outside of Canada as well. However, this individual must live in Canada for a span of at least two years within a five year period. If the individual does not oblige, they are at risk of losing their Permanent Resident status.
If you have questions about your residency obligation or are perhaps considering applying for citizenship, contact us for more information and will be happy to assess your qualifications.
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