CICC Licence R509291 · RCIC-IRB|Verify licence
CICC Licence R509291 · RCIC-IRB|Verify licence
Protect your PR status
PR card expiring, expired, lost or damaged? Whether you are in Canada or abroad, a licensed consultant makes sure your renewal or travel document application meets IRCC rules and is right the first time.
Ahmad Junaid Salik, RCIC-IRB, CICC licence R509291, licensed to appear before the Immigration Appeal Division. Verify licence
Valid for 5 years
Most PR cards
Renew 6 months ahead
Apply within 6 months of expiry
730 days in 5 years
Residency obligation
Abroad? Apply for a PRTD
To travel back to Canada
Apply for a new card if any of these apply to you.
Your card has expired or will expire in less than 6 months.
You need a replacement to prove your status and travel.
For example, a legal name change that needs to appear on your card.
Where are you now?
How it works
01
Confirm you have at least 730 days in Canada in the last five years, or that time abroad counts.
02
Passport, current PR card, photos, travel history and proof of your presence in Canada.
03
Pay the CAD 50 PR card fee online to IRCC.
04
Submit the renewal through IRCC's portal. Apply around six months before the card expires.
05
If you need to travel within three months, you can ask IRCC for urgent processing with proof.
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The new card is mailed to your Canadian address, or you may be asked to collect it.
PRTD refused?
A refusal usually means the officer found you did not meet the residency obligation. You can appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division, generally within 60 days, and you keep PR status while the appeal is decided. As a licensed appeal consultant, we can represent you.
Why Euro Consultants
CICC licence R509291, able to represent residency appeals at the IAD.
We rebuild your travel history from passport stamps and entry records before you apply.
PR card renewal in Canada, or a PRTD if you are in Pakistan without a valid card.
Time with a Canadian spouse or parent, or work for a Canadian employer, counted where it applies.
If a residency decision goes against you, we act within the appeal deadline.
Islamabad and Mississauga, for clients on both sides.
How long is a Canadian PR card valid?
Most PR cards are valid for 5 years. You can apply to renew when your card will expire in less than 6 months.
Can I renew my PR card from Pakistan?
No. You need to be in Canada to renew your PR card. If you are abroad and your card has expired, you apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) to return.
What is the residency obligation?
You must have been physically present in Canada for at least 730 days (2 years) in the last 5 years. Some time abroad can count in specific situations.
What happens if my PRTD is refused?
You can appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division, generally within 60 days. You remain a permanent resident until the appeal is decided. Get advice before you apply, because a weak PRTD file can affect the appeal.
How much does PR card renewal cost?
The IRCC fee for a PR card is CAD 50. A PRTD from outside Canada also costs CAD 50. Our professional fee is separate and confirmed after we review your case.
Do I lose PR status if my PR card expires?
No. An expired card does not end your status. You remain a permanent resident until a final decision removes it. But you need a valid card or a PRTD to board a flight back to Canada.
When should I apply to renew my PR card?
IRCC suggests applying when your card has less than six months of validity left. If you need to travel urgently within the next three months, you can request urgent processing with proof of travel.
Can I enter Canada by land without a PR card?
A permanent resident arriving at a land border from the US cannot be refused entry for lacking a card, though an officer may examine your residency. Airlines, however, usually require a valid PR card or PRTD before boarding.
Talk to a licensed consultant before you apply for a renewal or PRTD. The initial consultation is free.
info@euroimmiconsultant.pk · Islamabad: Office #36, Mezzanine Floor, Beverly Centre, Blue Area · Mississauga: 5100 Dixie Road, Ontario L4W 1C9
