Citizenship requirements

[zafarsaeed]

Hi guys

Can someone tell what are the conditions for citizenship in terms of living, i.e. 3 out of 4 years. But what if someone does not live for 3 out of first four but 4 years out of 7 (meeting 3 out of last 4)???

looking for a contribution.
Zaf

 

[OhCanadiana]

Hi guys

Can someone tell what are the conditions for citizenship in terms of living, i.e. 3 out of 4 years. But what if someone does not live for 3 out of first four but 4 years out of 7 (meeting 3 out of last 4)???

looking for a contribution.
Zaf

That's fine. They will only look at the four years before applying so you would be ok.
Also, in this example you would have been living in Canada 2 out of every 5 years so there would be no doubt that you are a PR.

You can see all the requirements here on CIC's website (they also have a citizenship calculator there)

 

[zafarsaeed]

thanks. this means that out of every 5 years, one has to live for at least 2 years OR PR will lost. Am I right?

 

[OhCanadiana]

thanks. this means that out of every 5 years, one has to live for at least 2 years OR PR will lost. Am I right?

Yes. The minimum requirements are:

"Minimum residency obligations

You must meet the residency obligation to obtain a Permanent Resident Card.

If you have been a permanent resident for Five (5) years or more

you must have been physically present in Canada for a minimum of 730 days within the past five (5) years.

If you have been a permanent resident for less than five (5) years

you must show that you will be able to meet the minimum of 730 days physical presence in Canada at the five (5)-year mark."
Source: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/5445ETOC.asp

 

[zafarsaeed]

thanks lot, oh canadiana.