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samcann

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Oct 15, 2019
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Hey everyone. I wasnt sure where to post this. My situation is complicated but the short question is, I want to travel to the states and my PR card has been cancelled (it was lost and found). What can I show the American Border officials proof of my PR? I am looking at getting a bus to the states. Alternatively, if I fly what documents are needed to show the border there? I will return to Canada by private means (either car or foot - CoPR is accepted at this point in lieu of PR Card).

Here is the rest of the complication:

I lost my Canadian PR Card when I was overseas but found it at home, after applying for a PRTD document to return on the plane to get back to Canada.
I received a letter with my visa saying my card was cancelled so when I return to Canada by border I know I can show my CoPR letter and Passport.
However, my main concern is what to show the American Border??
Assuming they will not accept a cancelled PR card, or does it not matter?
The CoPR letter has in big letters "not a valid travel document" but my understanding this refers to it not being a passport.
Also, from my understanding, losing a PR Card or not carrying it on you does not mean you are not PR. My concern as I said is showing that to the American Border officials.
I have Canadian PR using my Australian Citizenship but my Aussie passport has recently expired.
My UK is valid.

If anyone can shed any light this will be greatly appreciated. I am feeling rather anxious. Even filling out an ESTA so it makes it easier at the border (although I know only needed when flying) is complicated because I cannot put my recent employer as I am now self employed as a (broke) actress, unless I put previous employment.

Thanks in advance!!
 
American border officials won't care about proof of your Canadian PR. They will care about your ability to enter the US. If you have a UK passport, then you should be able to enter the country.
 
In order to get back into Canada you should use you cancelled PR card or landing document. You will not be able to fly back to Canada. If you are a broke actress you could be refused entry into the US for various reasons.
 
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