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Abandonment of Permanent Resident Status

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Long absence plus foreign-settlement intent can end PR.

Short answer: permanent residents who live abroad long-term with intent to settle elsewhere may be found to have abandoned PR. Re-entry can be challenged. Plan re-entry permits and residence facts before long absences.

FAQ

One year abroad equals abandonment?

No automatic formula — risk rises with time.

Re-entry permit safe?

Helps — does not guarantee.

After abandonment?

May need a new immigration application.

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