Authorization Travel Document For Permanent Resident In Alameda
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The permanent resident travel document (PRTD) is a temporary official document proving your status as a PR in Canada. It proves to transportation companies that you're allowed to travel to Canada as a permanent resident if you don't have a valid PR card in your possession.
Your travel documents are your permits to travel the world. They're the most important pieces of ID you'll carry while abroad. Having the right documentation, a passport and, depending on where you are headed, a visa is critical for getting in and out of the country you visit.
If you're outside Canada without a valid PR card, you need to apply for a permanent resident travel document (PRTD). A PRTD is normally only valid for one single entry. You should apply for a new PR card as soon as you resume residence in Canada.
If you are a permanent or conditional permanent resident who has been outside the U.S. for one year or longer, apply for a re-entry permit before you travel. Use Form I-131 - Application for Travel Document. For permanent residents, the re-entry permit is valid for two years from the date of issue.
The processing time for a travel permit (Advance Parole) currently averages 5-24 months, depending on the service center processing your application. USCIS provides a database where you can check the most current processing times, updated once per month.
As of April 26, 2022, lawful permanent residents of the United States must show these documents for all methods of travel to Canada: a valid passport from their country of nationality (or an equivalent acceptable travel document) and. a valid green card (or equivalent valid proof of status in the United States)
Entry into Canada: Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry proof of citizenship and identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens.
If you wish to return to the United States lawfully after traveling outside the United States, you generally must have a: Valid entry document, such as a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) or nonimmigrant visa; or. Valid and unexpired travel document.
Lawful permanent residents must continue to present a valid Permanent Resident Card. A passport is not required.
The Department of Homeland Security recommends that travel authorization applications be submitted at least 72 hours prior to travel.
