Questions regarding PR card timeline and processing

[cdhello1]

Hello,
In express entry case, after you get the Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and a VISA, you can enter Canada. On the website, it is mentioned that on arrival in Canada, a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer will ask for documents includng COPR, VISA and other questions. If he finds everything is fine he will confirm your mailing address and PR card will be mailed to that address.

So does it mean that a you do not have to take any other appointment with a CIC officer ?

Is the VISA granted a one time entry VISA ?

When does the PR card processing time start ? Does it start after your COPR is issued when you are in your native country or it starts after you meet the CBSA officer on arrival in Canada ?

Thanks

 

[ttrajan]

PR card processing time is around 2 months from the landing date. PR visa is one time entry visa.

 

[cdhello1]

Hello,
Thanks for the information.

After I get the COPR, for how much time it is valid ? Do i have to visit Canada within specific time period after I get COPR?

I asked because if you don't get a job while you are in express entry process then you may need to go to Canada and then look for a job. So once you get a COPR and if there are no restrictions on the COPR validity you can secure a job and then fly to Canada.

Thanks

 

[ttrajan]

One year from your medicals.