Canada's permanent residents, especially those of Indian origin, now enjoy visa-free or on-arrival entry to over 30 countries. This provides a significant advantage over the Indian passport, simplifying international travel. PR card holders can take vacations or business trips without cumbersome visa processes.
Many Indian citizens have become permanent residents (PR) in Canada, holding both an Indian passport and a Canadian PR card. This offers double benefits, as the Canada PR allows visa-free or on-arrival entry to about 30 countries worldwide. The Indian passport ranks around 80th in visa-on-arrival standings, while Canada PR or citizenship holders gain easy access to dozens of countries.
This means Indians settled in Canada can now travel to various destinations for vacations or business trips without repeated embassy appointments or lengthy visa processes. Obtaining Canadian citizenship further enhances these privileges. Key countries include Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Dubai (UAE), Qatar, Oman, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Georgia, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Bahrain, Azerbaijan, and Armenia. In some nations like Peru and Singapore, the facility applies specifically to Indian or Chinese PR holders, not all PR holders.
These rules may change over time, so verification before travel is essential. This perk makes international travel more independent and convenient for the Indian diaspora. (Toronto, November 12, 2025)