P.R. Status Retain Query

[ash_1967]

Dear All,

I have already got my PR and want to know if I land and come back after taking PR Card than how much time I can live in India. Can I plan to go back to Canada after 2 or 3 years. What would be its effect on my PR Status?

Thanks

Ash_1967

 

[jeby]

Dear Ash,

Congratulations on getting the PR !!
The clause is that, you have to be in Canada for at least 730 days (two years) within 5 years to retain your PR status. That means, you can stay in India for more than 2 years.

 

[ash_1967]

Thanks, And this 730 days continuosly or total days in 5 years? 2ndly Its for 1st five years or every 5 years this condition applicable to retain the PR?
Ash_1967

 

[jeby]

Dear Ash,

Need not be continuous. Total 730. You can apply for Citizenship, if you stay there for minimum 1095 days (three years) within 4 years just before you apply for Citizenship. That means, if you hold the PR status for total 1095 days within 4 years, you are eligible for Citizenship.

see the link: www.cic.gc.ca/english/citizenship/become-eligibility.asp

regards,