Canada IRCC Expedites PR Travel Documents via Portal

Key Point  

• Canada now offers urgent PRTD processing via the PR Portal for residents abroad needing to return within five days 

Permanent Resident Travel Documents  

Canada now offers urgent processing for Permanent Resident Travel Documents (PRTDs) through its Permanent Residence Portal. This option is available to permanent residents outside Canada who need to return urgently and do not have a valid PR card.  

To qualify, applicants must be traveling within five days and provide supporting documentation, such as a flight itinerary, an employer’s letter or a medical certificate. Requests must be clearly marked as urgent either within the portal or on the envelope for paper submissions. 

While IRCC prioritizes these applications, it does not guarantee expedited timelines. Approved applicants must still submit their passports to the nearest Visa Application Centre (VAC) for visa issuance. At this time, IRCC does not offer digital PRTDs, and no electronic alternative is available through the portal. 

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