3 years
This means that you can spend a total of up to 3 years outside of Canada during a 5-year period.
What is the difference between PR and citizenship in Canada?
The main difference is that before someone can become a citizen, they must first become a permanent resident. Permanent residents can apply for citizenship once they have met certain residency requirements. Once you are a Canadian citizen, you do not need to do anything to maintain your citizenship.
What does it mean to be a permanent resident of Canada?
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. When you are a permanent resident, you can live outside of Canada, but must live in Canada for at least two years in a five-year period.
What happens if you give up permanent residency in Canada?
Loss of status. A permanent resident may also voluntarily give up or renounce their status if the person possesses a citizenship or right of abode in another country. A person who gives up their status inside Canada becomes a temporary resident and must leave Canada within 6 months.
When do you Lose Your permanent resident status in Canada?
You don’t lose your permanent resident status when your PR card expires. You can only lose your status if you go through an official process. You can lose your permanent resident status if: you become a Canadian citizen. Even if you don’t meet the residency obligation, you are still a PR until an official decision is made on your status.
How do you find out your residency status in Canada?
If you want the Canada Revenue Agency’s opinion on your residency status, complete either Form NR74, Determination of Residency Status (Entering Canada) or Form NR73, Determination of Residency Status (Leaving Canada), whichever applies, and send it to the address indicated on the form.
