Permanent resident cards are valid for up to 5 years. If your PR card is about to expire or in less than nine months, you can apply for a new one. You will remain a permanent resident even if your card expires.

To be eligible for a PR card renewal, you must be:

1. A permanent resident of Canada.
2. Be physically present in Canada. For at least 730 Days during the last five years.
3. Not under an effective removal order.
4. Free of conviction for any offence.
5. Not a Canadian citizen or registered Indian under the Indian Act.
6. Having proof of a lost or stolen PR card (if applicable).