Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD)
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Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD)
Return to Canada with Your Permanent Resident Travel Document
Are you a Canadian permanent resident outside Canada without a valid PR Card? You may need a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) to return to Canada by commercial transportation.
At G Square Immigration, we help you understand PRTD requirements, prepare your documents, and complete your application correctly.
What is a Permanent Resident Travel Document?
A Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) is an official travel document that allows a Canadian permanent resident who does not have a valid PR Card to travel to Canada by commercial carrier.
A PRTD is generally issued for a single entry to Canada. Once back in Canada, you can apply for a new PR Card if eligible.
When Do You Need a Permanent Resident Travel Document?
You Are Outside Canada
You may need a PRTD if you are currently outside Canada.
You Do Not Have a Valid PR Card
A PRTD may be required when your PR Card is expired, lost, stolen, or unavailable.
You Need to Return to Canada
You generally need valid proof of permanent resident status to board a commercial vehicle to Canada.
You Want to Maintain Your PR Status
Your application may require evidence that you meet the permanent resident residency obligation.
How Does the PRTD Process Work?
Review Your PR Status
Check your permanent resident status and travel circumstances.
Assess Residency Obligation
Review your physical presence in Canada and applicable residency requirements.
Prepare Your Documents
Gather your passport, PR Card details, travel history, and supporting documents.
Complete the Application
Fill out the PRTD application and provide the required information.
Submit the Application
Submit the application with supporting documents and applicable fees.
Receive Your Decision
If approved, receive your PRTD and use it to travel back to Canada by commercial transportation.
Who Can Apply for a PRTD?
- Be a Canadian permanent resident
- Be outside Canada
- Not have a valid PR Card
- Need to travel to Canada by commercial transportation
- Meet the applicable permanent resident residency obligation requirements
- Provide required identity and travel documents
- Provide supporting documents requested by IRCC
Why Choose G Square Immigration?
PR Status Assessment
We review your current PR status and travel situation.
Residency Obligation Review
Assistance with assessing your residency history.
Travel History Guidance
Help organize relevant travel and residency information.
Document Preparation & Review
We help prepare and review your supporting documents.
Application Filing Support
Assistance with completing and submitting the PRTD application.
End-to-End Support
Professional guidance throughout your PRTD process.