Applying for a New or Replacement Card:

• Permanent Resident Status: You must be a permanent resident of Canada.
• Residency Requirements: Ensure you meet the residency obligation of having lived in Canada for at least 730 days (2 years) in the last 5 years.

Applying for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD)

Eligibility:

• Permanent Resident Status: You must be a Canadian permanent resident currently outside Canada and without a valid PR card.

• Residency Obligation: You should have lived in Canada for at least 730 days within the past 5 years. If you haven’t met this requirement, you must provide strong and compelling reasons justifying your extended stay outside Canada.