Apply by Mail

1. To apply for replacement of permanent residence in Canada, the applicant needs to obtain an application form from the official website of the Canadian government under Immigration and Citizenship.
2. Here is the link to the website, find the application form by clicking under “Application for permanent resident card”.
3. Here is the link to the Application form
4. The applicant has to fill in all relevant details in the application form.
5. Attach a copy of all relevant documents as mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant also needs to ensure that their photo meets the specifications (by checking the bottom of the application form).
7. Attach old PR card with the application form.
8. The applicant will need to make a fee payment online, for that they will need a PDF viewer (Adobe 10), this is the only way to pay.
9. Click this link to pay the fee fee payment.
10. Once the fee has been paid, the applicant has to print the fee receipt and include it with their application form.
11. Once all the documents have been attached and the application form duly filled, send all the attached files either by mail or courier.
12. The applicant can find the mailing and courier address under the “Office Location and Contacts” section of this page.
13. Once the application reaches the authorities, they will process it to make sure the details have been entered correctly.
14. The applicant will receive the PR card either by mail or will have to pick it up from the office.
15. If the applicant is asked to pick the card from the office, they will have to carry documents such as their passport, and original copies of the documents that were sent while applying.

• PR card (If the applicant is applying for a new one).
• Passport or other travel documents.
• Two photos (Must meet specifications).
• Educational credential assessment.
• Proof of funds.
• Language assessment scores.
• Marriage or divorce certificate.
• Birth Certificate.
• Photographs.
• Police Verification report.
• Here is the link to the Application form
• Find the document checklist here checklist

Alberta immigration office address:
Canada Place 160-9700 Jasper Ave,
Edmonton, AB T5J 4B8
Mailing Address:
Government of Canada Passport Program Box 4000 STN LCD 3 Mississauga,
Ontario L5K 0A9
Telephone: 1-888-242-2100 (in Canada only)
Courier Address:
Government of Canada,
Passport Program22 de Varennes Street Gatineau,
Quebec J8T 8R1
Offices in Canada link
Offices Outside Canada link

• The applicant needs to be a permanent resident of Canada. (Be a resident for 730 days)
• Only apply if the PR card expires in less than 9 months.
• The card is lost, stolen or destroyed.
• The applicant must get their old card with them to the IRCC office.

• The applicant will have to pay a fee of 50$ for the PR card.

• The PR card is valid as long as the applicant meets the residency requirements.
• The PR card needs to be renewed every 5 years, but some cards need to be renewed every year.
• The expiry date is mentioned on the PR card.
• If the applicants PR card expires within 6 months, the applicant will need to get it renewed.
• The applicant needs to be in Canada while renewing the card.
• If the applicant is entering Canada by a commercial vehicle with an expired PR card, they will have to carry their PRTD.

Application form Link

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• If the applicant is renewing or replacing the card it takes 125 days.
• Check processing time here Link

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• The applicant can only submit the application form in Canada.
• The applicant will also need to get a visa.
• The applicant will need to give IELTS exam.
• Use the link for more information Link

• Name
• Current name
• Sex
• Country of birth
• Country of citizenship
• Colour of eyes
• Height
• Marital status
• City or port of entry
• Province
• Have you ever been issued a removal order in Canada?
• DOB
• Current home address
• Telephone
• Email
• Proof of Canadian citizenship
• Signature

• Permanent residents must have a valid permanent resident card to return to Canada by plane, train, bus or boat. Without one, the applicant may not be able to board.

• Information about PR card Link
• Further information Link

• A permanent residence card can also be used as ID proof.

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More information which might help people.