Canadian PR Entry Concerns: Crossing Canada border with Family from Detroit USA without meeting Residency Obligation

[familyman86]

Hello Everyone ,

I'm currently working in the USA on an H1B visa and have received a job offer from my current company for a position in Canada. I'm planning to permanently relocate to Canada with my family in February 2026. Our situation is as follows:

• My PR Status: Valid PR card until November 2027
• Current Residency: Only spent 3 days in Canada since "soft landing" in 2022
• Family Members: Myself (PR holder), Spouse (PR holder), Daughter (PR holder but US citizen), Son (US citizen, not PR)
• Employment: Secured skilled IT position with my current employer

My Main Concerns:​

1. Border Entry: What are the chances of facing issues at the Port of Entry with valid PR cards despite not meeting the 730-day residency requirement? I'm concerned about receiving an A44(1) report for residency non-compliance.
2. Post-A44(1) Prospects: If I do receive an A44(1) report from an immigration officer, what are the percentage chances that I will be able to secure my PR status if I have a skilled IT job in Canada and have permanent plans to be in Canada?
3. Appeal Process: If questioned or issued an A44(1) report, do days spent in Canada while an appeal is pending count toward the residency requirement?
4. Recent Experiences: Has anyone recently entered Canada with a valid PR card without being questioned despite not meeting the residency requirement? What was your experience?

I appreciate any insights, experiences, or advice you can share. I am in the process of deciding whether to accept this offer and permanently settle in Canada, but this residency requirement issue is significantly impacting my decision. Your experiences would help me make an informed choice about this important career and family move.

Thank you!

 

[canuck78]

Hello Everyone ,

I'm currently working in the USA on an H1B visa and have received a job offer from my current company for a position in Canada. I'm planning to permanently relocate to Canada with my family in February 2026. Our situation is as follows:

• My PR Status: Valid PR card until November 2027
• Current Residency: Only spent 3 days in Canada since "soft landing" in 2022
• Family Members: Myself (PR holder), Spouse (PR holder), Daughter (PR holder but US citizen), Son (US citizen, not PR)
• Employment: Secured skilled IT position with my current employer

My Main Concerns:​

1. Border Entry: What are the chances of facing issues at the Port of Entry with valid PR cards despite not meeting the 730-day residency requirement? I'm concerned about receiving an A44(1) report for residency non-compliance.
2. Post-A44(1) Prospects: If I do receive an A44(1) report from an immigration officer, what are the percentage chances that I will be able to secure my PR status if I have a skilled IT job in Canada and have permanent plans to be in Canada?
3. Appeal Process: If questioned or issued an A44(1) report, do days spent in Canada while an appeal is pending count toward the residency requirement?
4. Recent Experiences: Has anyone recently entered Canada with a valid PR card without being questioned despite not meeting the residency requirement? What was your experience?

I appreciate any insights, experiences, or advice you can share. I am in the process of deciding whether to accept this offer and permanently settle in Canada, but this residency requirement issue is significantly impacting my decision. Your experiences would help me make an informed choice about this important career and family move.

Thank you!

1. Yes there is a chance you could be reported. Assuming you landed around August/September of 2022 your non-compliance is not as bad as it could be. Once you enter Canada even if you weren’t reported you should plan on remaining in Canada for 730 days. There will be a period of time when you will not have a valid PR card which will be problematic if you do plan on trying to travel. Without a valid PR card you should avoid all travel until you are compliant with your RO and preferably gave a new valid PR card.
2. Impossible to predict. If employed and settled in Canada that is certainly will be helpful but Canada is much more strict when it comes to immigration than they used to be. Attitudes towards use of Canada as an alternative for H1B holders could also change over time.
3 only if approved.
4. There is quite a lot of luck involved. The fact that you have one child who is not a PR highlife your non-compliance. It also creates other issues since I would not recommend applying to sponsor them until you meet RO. If reported would expect any attempt to sponsor to be put on pause until your status is sorted out which could take over a year. Would suggest purchasing a travel emergency healthcare policy and pay for routine care out of pocket.

 

[Copingwithlife]

Hello Everyone ,

I'm currently working in the USA on an H1B visa and have received a job offer from my current company for a position in Canada. I'm planning to permanently relocate to Canada with my family in February 2026. Our situation is as follows:

• My PR Status: Valid PR card until November 2027
• Current Residency: Only spent 3 days in Canada since "soft landing" in 2022
• Family Members: Myself (PR holder), Spouse (PR holder), Daughter (PR holder but US citizen), Son (US citizen, not PR)
• Employment: Secured skilled IT position with my current employer

My Main Concerns:​

1. Border Entry: What are the chances of facing issues at the Port of Entry with valid PR cards despite not meeting the 730-day residency requirement? I'm concerned about receiving an A44(1) report for residency non-compliance.
2. Post-A44(1) Prospects: If I do receive an A44(1) report from an immigration officer, what are the percentage chances that I will be able to secure my PR status if I have a skilled IT job in Canada and have permanent plans to be in Canada?
3. Appeal Process: If questioned or issued an A44(1) report, do days spent in Canada while an appeal is pending count toward the residency requirement?
4. Recent Experiences: Has anyone recently entered Canada with a valid PR card without being questioned despite not meeting the residency requirement? What was your experience?

I appreciate any insights, experiences, or advice you can share. I am in the process of deciding whether to accept this offer and permanently settle in Canada, but this residency requirement issue is significantly impacting my decision. Your experiences would help me make an informed choice about this important career and family move.

Thank you!

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