A passport Request (PPR) in Canada is a notification sent by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to applicants who have completed the application process for a Canadian passport. Getting a PPR almost guarantees successful Canada PR. This is the final step that happens after all necessary documentation and verifications.
Table of contents
- What is PPR in Canada?
- Factors that Increase the Chances of Getting a PPR
- Documents Required for PPR Canada
- Fees for PPR
- How Talent Connected Worldwide Helps You in Getting a PPR
- Can I include my family members in my PPR application?
- Will there be any rejections after I get a PPR in Canada?
- Is IELTS required for Canada PR?
What is PPR in Canada?
PPR stands for Passport Request. After your application gets approved and the decision is made, the IRCC has to send you a letter ‘Passport Request’ through your MyCIC account.
In the PPR, IRCC will request you to send your photos and passport.
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Request for Photos
Applicants and their dependent family members (who are coming to Canada) will be required to submit electronic photographs. These photographs must be as per the Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s (CIC) Permanent Resident Card Photo Specifications.
Request for Passport
| Applicants from visa-exempt countries | Applicants from visa-required countries |
|---|---|
| The ‘Passport Request’ letter guides you on how to send copies of your passport and your spouse’s and kids’ passports (if required). | The ‘Passport Request’ letter guides you on how to send your valid passport and your spouse’s and kids’ valid passports (if required). |
Factors that Increase the Chances of Getting a PPR
You can consider the following factors for increasing your chances of getting a PPR in Canada.
1. Ensure all required documents and information are accurately filled out and provided with your application.
2. Meet all eligibility requirements while applying for Canada PR.
3. Having a clean criminal record can positively impact your application and increase your chances of getting PPR.
4. Seek professional guidance – Hire TCWW to represent your case for a hassle-free PR process.
Documents Required for PPR Canada
You must provide the following documents to the VAC along with the passport.
For Temporary Resident Applicants
1. Current and valid passport – Provide a valid passport in good condition.
2. Visa Facilitation Services (VFS) consent form.
3. A letter from IRCC asking applicants to send their passports.
For Permanent Resident Applicants
1. Applicants must have a current and valid passport
2. Official letter from IRCC asking for passports from all applicants.
3. Current photographs (according to the IRCC specification)
4. Successfully filled out the IRCC Appendix A form.
5. Completed VFS Global Consent Form with all necessary details.
Fees for PPR
If you submit your passport and documents at the same VAC where you previously provided your fingerprint information and you have not added any new documents since then, you will not have to pay for the service of sending them.
However, if this doesn’t apply to you and you need to submit your passport or additional documents at the same VAC location, you will have to pay a package transmission fee for the service of sending them.
The package transmission price per package is $9.13 (including VAT), which is approximately Rs 544.
How Talent Connected Worldwide Helps You in Getting a PPR
Talent Connected Worldwide is a Canadian immigration firm that is authorized by CICC. With over 15 years of experience, TCWW is among the top immigration consultants in India. It has been awarded as the best immigration company in India. If you hire us, we will:
- Assist in gathering and organizing the required documents.
- Assess your case thoroughly
- Provide free IELTS training.
- Provide post-landing support
- Keep you up-to-date about the latest immigration laws and policies.
- Give you a list of ways to move to Canada such as Express Entry, the Provincial Nominee Program, Family Sponsorship, AAIP, and many more.
So, for a safe and successful Canada immigration process, contact Talent Connected Worldwide now!
Can I include my family members in my PPR application?
Yes, You can include your spouse or common-law partner, as well as dependent children, in your PPR application.
Will there be any rejections after I get a PPR in Canada?
Getting the PPR from the IRCC is like getting the Canada PR but if the IRCC finds any fraud and misleading information in your application they will reject your PR application.
Is IELTS required for Canada PR?
A language test is mandatory for Canada PR. If you can prove your English language proficiency, you can take the IELTS, CELPIP, or PTE and to show your French language proficiency, you can take the TEF or TCF test for Canada immigration.
