IMM 5444 Application for a Permanent Resident Card

First-time PR card application or replacement.

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Who fills this form

Permanent residents applying for a new or renewed PR card.

PR maintenance

Sections of IMM 5444

  1. Personal Details
  2. Residency Obligation
  3. Identity Documents
  4. Photo Requirements
  5. Mailing Address

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Inaccurate residency-obligation calculation — must list every absence.
  • Photo not meeting IRCC specifications.
  • Missing supporting documents (record of landing, citizenship of dependents).

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