A Permanent Residency (PR) Visa allows you to live, work, and settle in another country on a long-term basis. If you aim to move to the Canada, Australia, Germany, UK, or the USA, applying for a PR visa is your gateway to global opportunities, better quality of life, and eventually citizenship in many cases.
Did you know? Over 1 million immigrants receive PR status globally each year, with Canada and Australia being top destinations for skilled professionals.
A PR visa grants an individual the right to reside permanently in a foreign country. While PR holders are not citizens, they enjoy several benefits such as healthcare access, employment rights, and education for dependents. Countries offer PR visas through various immigration pathways:
Each country has its own criteria based on age, language skills, education, work experience, and job demand.
General PR eligibility criteria include:
Tip: Boost your Comprehensive Ranking Score (CRS) with higher English test scores or a provincial nomination.
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Country | Program | Avg. Processing Time | Path to Citizenship |
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Canada | Express Entry | 6–12 months | After 3 years |
Australia | Subclass 189/190 | 6–9 months | After 4 years |
Germany | Settlement Permit | 18–24 months | After 6–8 years |
UK | ILR | 5+ years | After 12 months of ILR |
USA | Green Card | 6–36 months | After 5 years |
We guide your PR visa application process from start to finish:
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