Permanent Residence

Your guide to becoming and maintaining permanent resident status. Explore Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, family sponsorship, PR card renewal, maintaining status, travel documents, and residency obligation requirements.

Permanent Resident Residency Obligations To maintain Canadian permanent resident status, you must be physically present in Canada for at least 730 days within every 5-year rolling period. Time spent accompanying a Canadian citizen spouse or working abroad for Canadian employers may count toward this obligation. Immigration officers assess compliance during PR card renewals or when you apply for a PRTD. Keep detailed travel records and maintain ties to Canada to protect your status.