Permanent residency rights
The holder of a permanent residency permit will generally be entitled to the same rights and benefits as the citizens of the country that has issued the permanent residency permit. Due to the great level of rights given to a holder of a permanent residency permit, these permits are highly sought after and thus applications are very competitive. To understand the rights you will receive from obtaining a permanent residency permit and to better understand the process involved in obtaining the permit, you should seek the assistance of a professional consultancy.
For more information on permanent residency permit rights and the services we offer, please view our Residency Permit Services page.
Permanent residency rights explained
If you are granted with a permanent residency permit you will be awarded with the same rights and obligations as a natural citizen of that country. This means that the country’s laws and regulations must be adhered to and penalties will be imposed where the permanent residency permit holder does not act in compliance with the law. The permit holder must also maintain the standards as stipulated by the relevant authority issuing the permanent residency permit, and always act in accordance with the rules set by the immigration authority.
The permanent residency permit holders main right is to reside permanent in the country. The holder can also seek the assistance of the country’s welfare system and obtain the services and support of the legal system. A permanent residency permit holder may purchase property in that country for both private and commercial use.
Furthermore, the permit holder can utilize medical benefits as offer by the country and also has the right to benefits where the holder is out of employment, should the country offer such benefits.
A permanent residency permit holder also has the right to take up employment in that country or to set up a business for the benefit of the country’s economy. It should be noted that where the permit holder wishes to bring his/her family with them to reside in the country, this can also be achieved.
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