Thanks for this discussion. So what then if one shows at the land border with a US passport and COPR and say my PR card was lost? Does that change the trajectory as far as odds of entry into Canada without being reported?
DO NOT comply Residency Obligation to renew my PR
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Sounds like getting a lawyer to be with me at the border might be another option with all documentation ready to answer the CBSA officer.
Lying will lead to lot of trouble. Explain the true story. I assume you have your PR card and it is just expired. No you can't take the bus or train. You also shouldn't arrive with your parents.
Word of caution: CBSA does not have to allow a lawyer to be present during secondary questioning. That’s entirely their call if they allow your legal representative to be present during an interview. There’s also no Miranda rights in Canada, so if they ask, you have to truthful.
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No - not an option. The border is a secure area and a lawyer won't be allowed to enter. You need to handle the conversations with CBSA yourself.
I looked at the more recent posts and didn't see this stated, so... As a Permanent Resident, you can't technically apply for a study permit. Therefore only the PRTD and border options are available.
Train may not be possible because it's end-to-end transport. However, a bus may be possible as they can just dump you at the border and continue with the journey without you.
You can technically enter Canada on your US Passport. I have never once used my PR Card or COPR to enter Canada. That being said, even by presenting my US Passport, they know I'm a Canadian PR.
Thanks mgnlky. How did you enter and exit Canada on your US Passport? How often have you done this? Did CBSA say anything? Can you elaborate on the context?
I simply am trying to gauge what are the issues on can face entering Canada as US citizens with expired PR cards and a COPR in hand. Yes, my while family will be entering Canada and they will have PR cards. Yes, will be bringing goods and personal items to Canada.
when you apply for the PRTD in your home country , your status will be determined before issuing you the PRTD. The PRTD is issued with the the clauses inserting R1, RX and other two category. If you are issued PRTD with the clause R1 it means you have met the residence obligations by considering your circumstances mentioned in your application for PRTD.
R-1
Positive residency decision
RC-1
Positive residency decision based on H&C considerations
RX-1
Negative residency decision, but PRTD counterfoil issued as client has been to Canada during the past year and an appeal was made or appeal period has not yet expired.
RA-1
Negative residency decision, but PRTD counterfoil issued to allow client to attend appeal hearing
Positive residency decision
RC-1
Positive residency decision based on H&C considerations
RX-1
Negative residency decision, but PRTD counterfoil issued as client has been to Canada during the past year and an appeal was made or appeal period has not yet expired.
RA-1
Negative residency decision, but PRTD counterfoil issued to allow client to attend appeal hearing