PR CARD RENEW

[Kenhongkong]

Dear All,

This is my second times to apply PR card renew, but my accountant told me that I need to attached the reciept of the tax refund cheque (for last 5 years), Please carify should we have that to apply to it? since i haven't keep it, and I remember no need for last application also ....plese help!!

 

[scylla]

The rules have recently changed and you must provide a copy of one of the following along with your application to prove your residence:

- Income Tax assessments issued by Canada Revenue Agency within the past five (5) years, or
- transcripts from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada verifying attendance within the past five (5) years or
- for all school-aged children, written records verifying attendance within the past five (5) years.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/5445ETOC.asp

"If you are unable to provide two secondary identity documents or proof of residence as described above, include a signed and dated statutory declaration clearly explaining the reasons why."

It's always wise to keep copies of your tax assessment for at least 5 years. If you no longer have a copy of your past assessments, contact CRA and ask for one to be mailed to you.

 

[Msafiri]

Dear All,

This is my second times to apply PR card renew, but my accountant told me that I need to attached the reciept of the tax refund cheque (for last 5 years), Please carify should we have that to apply to it? since i haven't keep it, and I remember no need for last application also ....plese help!!

You need to makes sure you have 730 days of physical presence in Canada in the 5 years prior to your application date. You must have conclusive proof of this presence. As per above CIC is de-facto assessing residency as linked closely to if you file taxes.