Keep your status active and travel-ready. Renewing your PR card ensures you maintain proof of your permanent residency and avoid travel disruptions. PR card renewal does not affect your status; you remain a permanent resident even if your card expires. Permanent Resident (PR) Card is the official proof of your PR status in Canada. It’s required when traveling internationally and re-entering Canada.
Who Can Apply?
To renew your PR card, you must:
- Be a permanent resident of Canada
- Be physically present in Canada when applying
- Have met the residency obligation: at least 730 days in Canada during the last 5 years
Ensure your application is complete, accurate, and submitted on time.