Permanent residence

A permanent resident is a foreign citizen who has certain special rights in Canada: first, a right of residence throughout Canada, but also a right to work, study and enjoy certain benefits social. Permanent residence is usually the step before applying for citizenship.

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The permanent resident may travel outside the country with his resident card, but it is not a passport.

 

Residency requirement: The permanent resident must remain in Canada for at least 2 years during a 5-year period at the risk of losing his or her status.

Different programs make it possible to obtain permanent resident status, including: the skilled immigrant program, the skilled worker program selected by Quebec, family sponsorship programs and those intended for entrepreneurs. Our immigration lawyers handle many applications for permanent residence.

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A person wishing to obtain permanent resident status in Quebec will also have to obtain a Quebec selection certificate.