Landing in Canada: a Procedure upon Arrival for Permanent Residency
Step-by-step guide for new permanent residents: required documents, customs clearance, and obtaining a permanent resident card.
Landing is the process of confirming immigration status that new immigrants go through at their first official point of entry into Canada.
For example, if you're flying from Moscow to Montreal via Toronto, you'll go through landing at Toronto airport, in the first Canadian city you arrive in. If you're driving in from the US, landing will take place at the border crossing point.
In this article, we'll explain what documents you need for a successful landing process and describe each stage so you're fully prepared.
