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Commercial travel
Permanent residents outside Canada generally need a valid PR card or PRTD to board a plane, train, bus or boat to Canada. A PRTD is normally for a single entry.
Apply through the official process
Check eligibility and apply using IRCC’s travel-document instructions. Keep your travel and residency records available. Check separate CBSA instructions for a private vehicle crossing.
Sources checked September 19, 2026
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Confirm current requirements at the official source before applying. This guide provides general information, not individual advice.
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