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How long must I stay in Canada to keep my permanent resident status?

How long must I stay in Canada to keep my permanent resident status?

How long must I stay in Canada to keep my permanent resident status? To keep your permanent resident status, you must have been in Canada for at least 730 days during the last five years. These 730 days don’t need to be continuous. Some of your time abroad may count towards the 730 days.

When do you become a resident of Canada?

If you have not established significant residential ties with Canada to be considered a factual resident, but you stayed in Canada for 183 or more days in the year, you may be considered a deemed resident of Canada

How many people live without status in Canada?

An estimated 200,000 to 500,000 people are currently living without status in Canada. Many have lived under the radar for years, some since childhood. Others have more recently stayed beyond the validity of their temporary visitor, student or worker status—some without even realizing it.

What happens if you stay in Canada for 90 days?

Those who have stayed 90 days or less beyond the validity of their temporary status can apply to restore that status.

How long must I stay in Canada to keep my permanent resident status? To keep your permanent resident status, you must have been in Canada for at least 730 days during the last five years. These 730 days don’t need to be continuous. Some of your time abroad may count towards the 730 days.

If you have not established significant residential ties with Canada to be considered a factual resident, but you stayed in Canada for 183 or more days in the year, you may be considered a deemed resident of Canada

Those who have stayed 90 days or less beyond the validity of their temporary status can apply to restore that status.

How can I find out how long I have been in Canada?

To help you track your time in Canada, use a travel journal. Other ways to know how long you’ve been in Canada: Ask a Canadian border officer when you enter Canada. Apply for or renew your PR card. We will tell you if you’re eligible. You don’t lose your permanent resident status when your PR card expires.