PR (Permanent Residence)
The status that lets you live and work in a country indefinitely, short of citizenship — a common goal after studying abroad.
Each country has its own PR routes — Canada's Express Entry, Australia's points-based skilled visas, and so on — usually needing work experience, language scores and a points threshold. A study visa is temporary; PR is a separate, later application. Be wary of agents "guaranteeing" PR.
Applies to: Documents & general
Related: Express Entry · CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) · PGWP (Post-Graduation Work Permit)
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