Can I Get PR in Canada With a Conventional Visa?

No, you cannot get Permanent Residency (PR) in Canada directly with a conventional visa such as a tourist visa, student visa, or temporary work visa. These visas are temporary and do not automatically lead to PR.

To obtain PR in Canada, you must apply through official immigration pathways such as:

• Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades, Canadian Experience Class)

• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)

• Family Sponsorship

• Business or Investor Programs

• Refugee or Humanitarian Programs (in special cases)

If you are in Canada on a temporary visa, you may become eligible for PR later by gaining skilled work experience, securing a provincial nomination, or meeting the criteria under Express Entry.

In short, a conventional visa alone does not grant PR, but it can be a starting point to gain eligibility for Canada’s permanent residency programs.