PR Card About to Expire While Staying in Japan: Averting a Crisis With a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD)|Ms. N
Date Posted:February 18, 2025
Last Updated:September 24, 2026
Shiraishi VisaJP Canada supports Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) applications for permanent residents whose PR card expires while they are outside Canada. In this case, we share the story of Ms. N, who was staying in Japan when her PR card was about to expire and avoided a crisis by applying for a PRTD, which was approved in five days.
I believe the staff at this company will provide reliable and ideal support.
Permanent Resident Travel Document
N/A
Permanent Residence
Japan
5 days
Key Points from the Consultant
The applicant always cooperated with us promptly, and IRCC happened to be relatively uncongested at the time, so the application was approved early and without issue.
Immigration Consultant
Born in Japan. Worked as a registered dietitian in hospitals and other facilities. Moved to Vancouver, Canada in 2001 on a Working Holiday. Later utilized her professional background to obtain a work visa, then Canadian permanent residency as a skilled worker. Studied Oil and Gas Administration at a college in Alberta, then worked at a U.S.-based oil company. Later studied accounting and transitioned into an accounting role.
Client Comments
Why did you decide to immigrate to Canada?
I decided to move to Canada because my Canadian husband, whom I met and married in Japan, came to feel that he wanted to live in Canada in the future. I felt that if we were going to raise children, Canada, the country my husband wanted to live in, was the best choice.
What made you choose Shiraishi VisaJP Canada?
I happened to come across Shiraishi VisaJP Canada through an online search for help with preparing a travel document, and when I actually engaged them it was an enormous help. Looking back, I feel genuinely lucky to have found this company.
What was the most memorable part of the process?
What stands out most is how Shiraishi VisaJP Canada handled things when my own mistake meant I had to apply for a travel document. I thought I had been proceeding carefully, but an unexpected error meant additional steps were needed and I panicked a little. Through that process, though, I learned in detail about the documents and procedures involved, which will be useful to me in the future.
How was your experience using Shiraishi VisaJP Canada’s services?
I am deeply grateful for the services of Shiraishi VisaJP Canada. Because of my own oversight, my PR card was about to expire while I was staying in Japan. I considered returning to Canada before the expiry date, but my elderly father had important surgery coming up and I needed to remain in Japan. I was anxious about dealing with IRCC entirely in English, and Shiraishi VisaJP Canada responded quickly and accurately, checking every detail carefully until the problem was completely resolved. Thanks to them I was able to obtain my travel document without issue. I am sincerely grateful to everyone at this company. Through this experience I was reminded that this is what work should be: something for which clients are grateful.
If anyone is facing the same kind of problem I had, I believe the staff at this company will provide reliable and ideal support. It is a company you can trust.
Future outlook and a message for those planning to travel to Canada
Canada is a country rich in nature and cultures, so I would recommend first enjoying its natural beauty to the fullest. Taking a long walk is lovely, and so is savouring the scenery as it changes with the seasons.
People in Canada are also very friendly and many different cultures live side by side. Meeting new people and deepening your understanding of other cultures is one of the joys of life here. For those coming from Japan, Canada is a safe and comfortable country to live in, so please take on the challenge with confidence.
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