Canada is a land of opportunity and thousands of people seek to become permanent residents and get their Permanent Resident (PR) card every single year. In fact, Canada has been increasing the number of successful applicants each year. The Canadian government plans to invite more than 400,000 individuals to become permanent residents in 2022 and that number continues to grow!
What is a Canadian Permanent Resident?
A permanent resident is someone who has been given permanent resident status by immigrating to Canada but is not a Canadian citizen. Permanent residents are citizens of other countries. A person in Canada temporarily, like a student or foreign worker, is not a permanent resident.
Who Can Apply for Permanent Resident Status?
Anyone is allowed to apply for permanent residency in Canada but only qualified individuals will be accepted. To find if you are eligible for permanent residency you will be examined by your:
Benefits of Becoming a Canadian Permanent Resident
There are many benefits when becoming a citizen that many foreign nationals look forward to when beginning a new life in Canada. Some of these benefits include:
High-level jobs - Citizens have the ability to apply for higher-level federal jobs that often pay very well and come with benefits.
Dual citizenship - As a Canadian citizen, you are not required to choose Canada as your primary home country. If applicable, you may apply for dual citizenship.
Family - Where a child is born in Canada, they are automatically considered a Canadian citizen. This allows you to start a better life for any future children without them going through an immigration acceptance process.
Taxes - If you become a Canadian citizen and decide to live elsewhere, you may not be required to pay Canadian taxes as they are based on residency as opposed to citizenship.
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The PR Card is normally issued for 5 years and can be renewed. To keep your permanent resident status you must stay in Canada for 730 days within those 5 years.
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Categories for Canadian Permanent Residents
Business Immigration
Canada’s Business Immigration Program is a path to invest and find employment in Canada for those immigrants and newcomers who have experience in owning, managing, or investing in businesses.
Family Class Immigration
Family sponsorship is a way to reunite families in Canada. Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their family members to immigrate to Canada through several sponsorship programs.
Express Entry
Express Entry program manages applications for permanent residence for immigrants who can fill jobs where there is a lack of available skilled Canadian workers through certain economic immigration programs.
Canadian Experience Class
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is an immigration program aimed to help temporary foreign workers and foreign students to apply their work experience and education towards their applications for residency.
Receiving a Canadian PR Card
Your permanent resident card can be used to show that you have PR status in Canada. If you travel outside Canada, you will need to show your card and your passport when you come back on a commercial vehicle, like an airplane, boat, train, or bus. Those traveling outside Canada who do not have a valid PR card, or who are not carrying it, need to apply for a permanent resident travel document before returning to Canada by a commercial vehicle.
A PR card is usually issued for five years, but can sometimes be issued for one year instead. It is valid until the expiry date listed on the card. Canada only sends PR cards to addresses within the country. In some cases, you may have to pick up your card in person at one of the Canadian government offices.
Let StudySpace Help You Become a Permanent Resident in Canada this 2022
The permanent residence application process can be very complex, time-consuming, and difficult. Many temporary residents change their status to permanent residency, it is therefore essential that if you are considering applying for Canadian permanent residence, you get professional immigration help throughout the Canada PR process.
The last thing you want is to be told your application is refused after months (or sometimes years) of waiting.
We are certain we can help you too! We look forward to helping you accomplish your immigration goals! Send us an email today at support@studyspace.ng in order to get started.
