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Frequently Asked Questions: After Landing
12.1 Must I stay in Canada following landing?
Permanent residents are not obliged to remain in Canada, and are
in no way restricted from departure at any time. However, the longer
a permanent resident is absent from Canada after landing, the
greater the risk that permanent resident status may be jeopardized.
If you know in advance that you will be absent from Canada for more
than 183 days in any 12-month period, you may want to apply for a
Returning Resident Permit.
12.2 When can Canadian Citizenship be obtained?
Canadian Citizenship can generally be obtained after three years
of stay in Canada as a permanent residence during the four years
prior to the date of your application.
12.3 Does Permanent Residence status in Canada permit me to
enter/work in the USA?
Permanent resident status in Canada does not affect US
immigration requirements for eligibility to legal employment. The
North American Free Trade Agreement, which applies to citizens of
Canada, facilitates US employment in certain cases.
12.4 What is the job-market like in Canada?
The Canadian labor market has been quite strong in the past few
years. Immigrants typically work hard, are willing to acquire new
skills and perform well in career. Some readjustment of career to
match the Canadian market may be required. |
