- #1 Activate Canada PR at Port of Entry.
- #2 Get Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- #3 Get a Public Transit card.
- #4 Sign up for a Mobile Number.
- #5 Open Bank Account.
- #6 Get a Library Card.
- #7 Register for a Health Card.
- #8 Get Driving License.
What is the first thing to do after landing in Canada?
Canada PR: First Things to Do After Landing in Canada
- Confirm your Canadian Residency at the airport:
- Search for Suitable Accommodation:
- Get Your SIN Card:
- Open a Bank Account:
- Get Your Health Card:
- Find a Good Job:
- Get Support from Canadian Settlement services:
- Apply for Child Care Benefits :
What happens after you land in Canada?
When you arrive at the airport in Canada you will need to present your passports, Confirmation of Permanent Residency documents, and completed customs card(you receive this on the plane). Once you arrive, they will direct you to immigration to process your documents and customs paperwork (see “Declaring Your Goods”).
What to do after landing in Canada as a student?
After-arrival checklist
- Apply for the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP)
- Check that you have iMED health insurance.
- Apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Add your document expiry dates to UBC’s Reminder System.
- Sign up to receive the International Community Update newsletter.
What do I need to do when I land in Canada?
When you arrive, you must have:
- Your valid passport and/or travel documents.
- Your valid permanent resident visa (if you are from a country that requires visas) and your confirmation of permanent residence (COPR).
- Proof that you have the funds to support yourself and your family after you arrive in Canada.
What to do after you land at the airport?
Once you enter the airport, the first thing you should do is check in (if you haven’t done so already online). Many airlines allow you to check in online 24 hours before your flight.
How long do I need to stay in Canada after landing?
730 days
To keep your permanent resident status, you must have been in Canada for at least 730 days during the last five years.
Can you just claim land in Canada?
If you are claiming land owned by a private individual, you need to show 20 years of continuous use and occupation. The squatter must prove that they have met the legal tests (i.e. actual, open, visible, notorious, exclusive, and continuous possession) and are in possession of the whole property.
How long can a landed immigrant stay out of Canada?
If you haven’t been in Canada for at least 730 days during the last five years, you may lose your PR status.
How can I get PR card after landing in Canada?
New permanent residents don’t need to apply for a PR card. We send one to you when you immigrate to Canada if you tell us your Canadian mailing address. You have 180 days after immigrating to tell us your address. If we don’t get it in time, then you have to apply for your card.
How long does it take to get PR card after landing?
It usually takes two months to get your first PR card, starting from the date your application is complete (check the processing times here). You don’t need to apply for your first PR card, however, you need to provide your Canadian address for the application to be complete.
What newcomers to Canada need to know?
Checklist for newcomers to Canada
- Research your new province and city.
- Arrange your accommodation.
- Research the Labour Market.
- Ensure your passport is valid.
- Collect official documentation (birth certificate, marriage or divorce certificate, educational diplomas, vaccination records, medical records, driver’s licence, etc.)
Can I get a job before landing in Canada?
You can register online for pre-arrival employment services like JVS’, CanPrep program or NextStopCanada, before you get here. CanPrep connects skilled newcomer professionals from all around the world to an Employment Specialist who will support them in navigating the Canadian job market.
What questions do immigration officers ask at airport in Canada?
First interview: official documents
- Are you traveling with your family?
- Have you been convicted of a serious crime in your home country?
- How long do you plan to stay in Canada?
- How much money do you have with you?
- Are you healthy?
- Have you been to Canada before? Were you required to leave?
What documentation do I need to enter Canada by land?
Entry into Canada: Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry proof of citizenship and identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens.
Do you need a test to enter Canada by land?
Complete the first test at the border, if on-site services are available. If not, complete the test at your place of quarantine the day you arrive. Keep the second kit for use on Day 10. Use ArriveCAN or call 1-833-641-0343 to check-in the day after you enter Canada and to report symptoms daily.
Do you have to go through customs after you land?
In most cases, you’ll go through customs and immigration after your flight first arrives in a new country, but there are exceptions. For example, some countries have mutual agreements intended to help speed travelers through the process, so you may go through customs and immigration before you board.
Can you sleep in an airport after landing?
In many airports, the answer is yes. However, there are airports that close at night and other airports that simply do not permit/like airport sleepers and are openly hostile. We suggest you visit the airport guide for the airport you are inquiring about.
Do you have to go through security again after landing?
For most domestic layovers, you won’t have to go through security again. However, some airports have separate security checkpoints for each terminal, so if you land in one terminal and your next flight is in another, you would have to go through security again.
What is soft landing in Canada Immigration?
A soft landing allows new immigrants to come to Canada briefly to complete their immigration formalities and initiate their PR processing before moving to Canada permanently.
Can I enter Canada by walking?
The Authority welcomes travelers to walk across the bridge. Just remember, it can be pretty windy up there, and don’t forget to bring your proper border crossing personal identification too. 1.) Pedestrians and bicyclists are required to carry the same identification as if you were traveling by automobile.