Securing a right to reside on a permanent basis, permanent settlement (PR) awards you the legal resident status of the host country. It is permanent in nature, and you with such legal status would be called a Permanent Resident. However, not every nation permits permanent settlement. Rules and laws relating to the same may vary broadly. For instance, countries in the European Union have their own set of rules for you to become a permanent resident. Under the European legislation, EU nationals are allowed to move from one EU nation to another, and attain PR after residing there for a period of five years. For migrants from third world nations, PR can be attained as per the directive (2003/109/EC).
People granted PR in a country are usually awarded some kind of documentary proof of this status. While some countries merely stamped the migrant’s passport designating him PR status, exempting them from immigration control and allowing them freedom to work without restriction. Others simply issue photo ID proof, place a visa sticker or certificate of residence in the person’s passport, or issue a letter to substantiate their permanent resident status. For instance, In Canada, migrants are issued a permanent resident card in the form of a photo ID card. Migrants are also provided with an official document known as the Confirmation of Permanent settlement or Record of Landing, proof of a permanent settlement conferred.
Different countries offer different features of permanent settlement status to migrants. For instance, in the European Union, individuals are accorded benefits like tax incentives, the right to buy and rent properties in Europe, business expansion in Europe, high quality education in European universities, and Visa free travel with an EU residence permit. In Canada, a person with PR has a right to renew their visa after 5 years, permission to bring dependents, free education for children, global healthcare facilities, and freedom to initiate business.
Although an individual with PR possesses similar rights to that of a citizen, there are certain important limitations to the same, namely:
Nonetheless, individuals with a PR may apply for citizenship by naturalisation after a particular period of permanent settlement (mostly, five years) in the host country. Some countries even permit Dual/multiple citizenship.
At Irish Expert, we have an array of experienced team members who help people immigrate to various countries around the world. We understand the individual requirements and challenges associated with the immigration policy of each country. And thus can provide you with the best guidance to streamline your journey.
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