You can do that. Many people use courier services/relatives to ship PR cards out of Canada. It’s not illegal.
Is it legal to mail PR card outside Canada?
Important: A PR card cannot be issued and delivered overseas to allow for a permanent resident to come back to Canada. A PR outside Canada without a status document must apply for a PRTD.
Can we mail PR card?
Yes. If you are a new permanent resident, you will get your permanent resident (PR) card by mail. Probably. Most permanent residents in Canada replacing or renewing their PR card will receive it by mail.
Can we courier PR card within Canada?
You can only renew your card in Canada. We don’t send PR cards to non-Canadian addresses and we don’t allow third parties to get them for you. If you’re outside Canada and don’t have a valid PR card, you need a permanent resident travel document (PRTD) to return to Canada.
Can we post PR card from Canada to India?
Yes it is safe to send your PR (Permanent Residency) cards to India by Courier. You can look for any reliable courier companies like DTDC DHLof Fedex. DTDC India is a very reliable and cost effective courier company and have their brand presence in Canada also.
Can I send PR card via DHL?
No, it is absolutely NOT illegal to post or courier a PR card to the intended recipient.
What you Cannot mail to Canada?
Coins; banknotes; currency notes, including paper money; securities of any kind payable to bearer; traveler’s checks; platinum, gold, and silver; precious stones; jewelry; watches; and other valuable articles are prohibited in Priority Mail Express International shipments to Canada.
How long does it take to mail PR card Canada?
How long will I have to wait before I receive my PR Card? Generally, it takes about 45 days to process PR cards for new permanent residents once IRCC receives a complete application package from individuals who have fulfilled their residency requirements. Applications for renewed PR Cards generally take 104 days.
How long does it take to mail Permanent Resident Card?
If you did not get your PR card after six weeks have passed
Mailing instructions are provided at the bottom of the form. Note: if 180 days have passed since the PR card was mailed, you will have to apply for a PR card, fill in section G (solemn declaration), and include the fee payment.
How do you check if my PR card has been mailed?
How to check your application status
- Sign in to your online account.
- Go to View my submitted applications or profiles.
- Click on Check status and messages.
Can someone carry my PR card?
You don’t need to carry your Confirmation of Permanent Residence form or your permanent resident card around with you. Don’t lend your ID to your friends or let anyone else use them. You could lose your benefits.
Is PR card tied to passport?
You must have a valid passport to renew your PR card. If you do not have a valid passport, and it is impossible for you to obtain one, you need to provide an explanation for this.
Can I Fedex my PR card?
Yes – perfectly legal. Hello, I send email to both Fedex Canda and DHL canada office. Fedex said that, it is legal to send the PR card outside of canada.
How do you maintain Canadian PR outside Canada?
Your time outside of Canada may count toward your permanent resident status if you meet 1 of these conditions:
- You work outside Canada. You need to work full-time for:
- You travel with a spouse or common-law partner. Your spouse or common-law partner needs to be:
- You’re a dependent child and travel with your parent.
Can I visit UK with Canadian PR?
Visa requirements for Foreigners
Canadian citizens using Canadian passports do not need a visa for short stays as tourists or on business.
Can I post passport with DHL?
Yes, you can. At Eurosender, we collaborate and work with a vast network of couriers; therefore, through our Document Service and couriered with DHL express, you can send a passport internationally.
Can I come back to Canada without PR card?
You require a valid PR card or a valid Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) to re-enter Canada by commercial carrier (train, plane, boat or bus). You will not be permitted to board a commercial carrier, if you cannot prove you can enter Canada.
What if I lost my PR card outside Canada?
Replace a lost, stolen or destroyed PR card
If you are outside Canada, go to the nearest visa office. Then you need to apply for a permanent resident travel document (PRTD) to return to Canada. When you are back in Canada, you can continue with your application.
What mail can be refused?
You can refuse most types of mail and have them returned to the sender even if they’re addressed to you. If you get an item you don’t want, simply write “Refused” on the package and return it to your mail carrier as soon as possible. You won’t be able to do this if you’ve opened the item, even if it’s resealed.
Can I use my own packaging for Canada Post?
You can pack your Priority Worldwide shipments in either your own packaging or the flat rate envelope or pack available from Canada Post. All packages must be prepared and packed by the sender for safe transportation, assuming ordinary care in handling.
What is not allowed to be sent through the mail?
You cannot send hazardous materials such as gasoline, poison or dynamite through the mails. Restricted items such as alcohol, firearms, cigarettes and knives are banned except in special cases. Perishable materials such as animals or food may be acceptable if you follow postal regulations and pack them properly.