Hi! Can someone clarify the length of time I can stay out of Canada? I landed last April 16, 2013. I now have my PR card. But due to some work related issues, I need to go back to the Philippines to settle some personal matters. I need to finish my work contract in a private firm there. My work contract ends on April 15, 2014. I was told that I should come back to Canada after 6 months. This seems impossible because of my contract. I will be coming back to Canada probably by April 20, 2014. So in total I will be out of Canada for 9 months. Will I still be allowed to get in Canada even if I stay in the Philippines for 6 months? Thanks!
Worried! Need Clarification on PR out of Canada
- Thread starter Lozada
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Yes, you are legally allowed to remain outside Canada 3 years out of 5. So as long as you return before 3 years is up, there's no need to worry.
However, you may not be eligible for healthcare any longer, so you may want to review the health care policies for your province. You may need to purchase private insurance for the first 3 months you're back in Canada.
However, you may not be eligible for healthcare any longer, so you may want to review the health care policies for your province. You may need to purchase private insurance for the first 3 months you're back in Canada.