If both your Canadian PR card and Sri Lankan passport have expired, you need to take specific steps to renew both documents and maintain your legal status in Canada. Here’s what you need to do:

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Step 1: Renew Your Sri Lankan Passport

You must renew your Sri Lankan passport first because you will need a valid passport to apply for a Canadian PR card renewal.

Process to Renew a Sri Lankan Passport in Canada:

1. Contact the Sri Lankan High Commission or Consulate in Canada:
   • Sri Lankan High Commission in Ottawa
     Address: 333 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, ON K1P 1C1
     Phone: +1 613-233-8449
     Website: www.srilankahcottawa.org
   • Consulate General in Toronto (if applicable).
     Phone: +1 416-323-9133.
2. Prepare Required Documents:
   • Expired Sri Lankan passport (original and a photocopy).
   • Birth certificate (if required for verification).
   • Canadian PR card (expired, if available).
   • Passport-sized photographs (as per specifications).
   • Completed passport renewal application form.
   • Fees for passport renewal (contact the consulate for updated fees).
3. Book an Appointment:
   • Schedule an appointment online or by phone with the High Commission/Consulate.
4. Submit Application:
   • Visit the High Commission/Consulate in person, submit the application, and pay the fee.
5. Receive the New Passport:
   • Processing times vary, typically 4-6 weeks.

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Step 2: Renew Your Canadian PR Card

Once you receive your renewed Sri Lankan passport, you can apply to renew your Canadian PR card.

Eligibility Requirements for PR Card Renewal:

• You must be a Permanent Resident of Canada.
• You must meet the residency obligation (living in Canada for at least 730 days in the last 5 years).

Documents Required:

1. Expired PR card (original).
2. Valid Sri Lankan passport (new one after renewal).
3. Proof of residence in Canada:
   • Copies of utility bills, lease agreements, or pay stubs (if requested).
   • Travel history or tax documents (to show you met residency requirements).
4. Completed PR Card Renewal Application (IMM 5444).
5. Photographs (as per IRCC specifications).
6. Application fee: CAD 50.

Steps to Apply for PR Card Renewal:

1. Complete the PR Card Application (IMM 5444):
   • Download the form from the IRCC website: Download
2. Pay the Fee Online:
   • Pay the CAD 50 fee via the online payment portal.
3. Submit the Application:
   • Mail your application package to the address provided in the application guide.

Processing Time for PR Card:

• Typically 90-120 days (can take longer if additional verification is required).

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What If You Need to Travel Before PR Card Renewal?

• If you need to return to Canada but your PR card is expired, you must apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) at the nearest Canadian visa office abroad.
• A valid passport (renewed Sri Lankan passport) is required for the PRTD application.

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Summary of Steps:

1. Renew your Sri Lankan passport at the Sri Lankan High Commission/Consulate in Canada.
2. Once you have a valid passport, apply to renew your Canadian PR card.
3. If urgent travel arises, apply for a PRTD to re-enter Canada.