Mailed-in applications are processed in Canada. Centralized Network – Certificate of Identity Section – Crémazie 6th Floor (OSC) 365 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa ON K1A 1L1 Do not mail or bring your application form to any other Passport Program service location.
A travel document will only be issued if you can demonstrate to the immigration officer that you meet or will meet the physical residency requirement to maintain the PR status. Depending of the office, issuance of a travel document can take a few days to a few weeks/months.
Permanent residents (immigrants living in Canada who are not yet Canadian citizens) need a valid permanent resident card to return to Canada. Check the expiry date on your card. Note that a Certificate of Canadian Citizenship is not a travel document. See Canadian Citizenship for further details.
Permanent residents (PRs) of Canada must carry and present their valid PR card or permanent resident travel document (PRTD) when boarding a flight to Canada, or travelling to Canada on any other commercial carrier.
Returning by private vehicle When you return to Canada, apply for a PR card if you plan to travel outside Canada again. Some examples of private vehicles include, but are not limited to: a car, truck, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle that you own, borrow, or rent. It is a vehicle not available for public use.
Yes, but only if you're entering by private vehicle. For commercial travel, a PR card or a PRTD is required. Without these, you won't be allowed to board your return flight or other commercial transport to Canada.
27 (1) A permanent resident of Canada has the right to enter and remain in Canada, subject to the provisions of this Act. (2) A permanent resident must comply with any conditions imposed under the regulations or under instructions given under subsection 14.1(1).
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)