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Getting your travel history ready for citizenship

Thinking about Canadian citizenship? Start by putting your travel dates in order. Accurate records make the physical-presence calculation easier to check.

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Your PR card has expired. What about your status?

An expired PR card does not, by itself, mean you have lost permanent resident status. It is still important to understand both your travel documents and your residency obligation.

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Travelling outside Canada as a permanent resident

Before you leave Canada, check the documents you will need for the journey home. The return trip deserves the same attention as the departure.

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An immigration message does not feel right?

An urgent message about your application can be unsettling. Before paying or sending documents, take a moment to check the request.

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Thinking of hiring an immigration representative?

You can prepare an immigration application yourself or choose to get help. If you hire someone, take time to check who they are and what they will do.

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Waiting for an IRCC decision

Waiting can be difficult, especially when study, work or travel plans depend on the answer. Processing estimates can help you plan, but they are not a promised decision date.

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Planning the finances for your study permit

Tuition is only one part of the cost of studying in Canada. Put together a realistic budget before you prepare your proof of funds.

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Do your immigration documents need translating?

Before ordering a translation, check what your application guide asks for. The translation may need supporting certification too.

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Preparing your police certificates

Police certificates can take some planning. Start with the instructions for your application and the country issuing the document.

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Who can do your immigration medical exam?

If your application needs a medical exam, check the instructions before making an appointment. Your regular doctor may not be the right person for this exam.

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