190 days short for RO 730 days

[TinyHumanCA]

Hello! I badly need your help.
I have a situation. I landed as PR last October 2019, and stayed their for 3 months. I came back in my home country January of 2020. (Then pandemic happened) I was not able to come back in CA. August 2021 I was able to come back again in Canada. And then went back home January 2022.

My PR will expire on November 2024. And I'm planning to go back Feb 2024. I'm short by 190 days out of 730 days for RO. Already included the days from Feb-Nov 2024. Question:

1. Will I still be allowed to enter canada? I'm worried that I will encounter any issues in the airport. Second,
2. Can I still renew my PR

I would really appreciate your advise! Thank you in advance!

 

[Naturgrl]

Hello! I badly need your help.
I have a situation. I landed as PR last October 2019, and stayed their for 3 months. I came back in my home country January of 2020. (Then pandemic happened) I was not able to come back in CA. August 2021 I was able to come back again in Canada. And then went back home January 2022.

My PR will expire on November 2024. And I'm planning to go back Feb 2024. I'm short by 190 days out of 730 days for RO. Already included the days from Feb-Nov 2024. Question:

1. Will I still be allowed to enter canada? I'm worried that I will encounter any issues in the airport. Second,
2. Can I still renew my PR

I would really appreciate your advise! Thank you in advance!

1. Yes as long as enter before November 2024.
2. Only once you meet RO.

 

[Ponga]

1. It's possible that the CBSA officer will question you about the reason(s) why you will not meet the Residency Obligation to maintain your PR status. Depending on how that goes, the officer could lecture you about the importance of meeting (and maintaining) the R.O., or...could actually create a 44(1) report that would be the potential start of your status ultimately being revoked. I suggest that you start compiling the details of your story so that you can provide solid answers IF you are questioned. It's also possible that the officer will just waive you through, but just be prepared.

If you are allowed to enter without questions, you should probably stay in Canada until you have met the R.O. (plus a bit more, just for a buffer) before you apply for a renewed card.

 

[Besram]

In regards to (1), as a PR you will always be allowed to enter Canada (as long as no other inadmissibility reasons exist, e.g. criminal record). So even if you are reported for failing to meet the residency obligation, you can enter Canada. But they may issue a removal order against you, which you can appeal within a short time window. You will be allowed to remain in Canada until your appeal is decided.

What is your current level of establishment in Canada? Do you have a job, permanent accommodation, family ties, etc? This will be an important consideration if/when you are questioned at the border - likewise with your reasons for not meeting your RO.