Q & A: MAINTAINING PR STATUS

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Published: December 1, 1996

Q: Is it possible to have PR both in Canada and US?

Answer: Although it is possible to be in possession of PR status in both countries, the requirements of such in each country will not allow you to legally maintain both indefinitely.

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