CANADIAN IMMIGRATION

Permanent Residence in 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. A person in Canada temporarily, like a student or foreign worker, is not a permanent resident.

Temporary Residence in Canada: Visit, Study, Work Canada Visas

If you want to visit, work or study in Canada, then you will need a temporary visa. Temporary residence status refers to people who wish to come to Canada to visit, work or study, they are coming to Canada for a temporary period and are therefore considered visitors. Here are the three types of Temporary Resident programs available:

Visitors visa or temporary visa

Work Permit

Study permit

Permanent Resident Card:

If you are living in Canada as a Permanent Resident, you will need to have permanent resident card. This card is used to show that you have legal Permanent Residency in Canada. In addition to your passport, this card is a travel document you need to carry when you leave and enter Canada. Typically, Canada PR cards are issued for five years but can also be issued for one year.

Interested in Immigrating to Canada But Don't Know Where to Start?

Find out more about how to immigrate from specific countries, and discover the great opportunities that await you in Canada.