Renewing Ontario driver's license a significant tie?

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fr33style
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Renewing Ontario driver's license a significant tie?

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I'm a Canadian (Ontario) that has lived and worked in the US for the last 4 years. I didn't get a US driver's license as I don't have a car (only rental when traveling), so I still have my Ontario license, valid until end of 2019. I would prefer just renewing this licence in Ontario when I visit ext time, but curious to know if this is generally considered a significant tie that can risk my NR status? Thank you.
pl0910001
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Re: Renewing Ontario driver's license a significant tie?

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i would believe yes as a driver's license denotes resident of that province. on the license, you need to have an address of residence within ontario. i would go to the effort to get a local driver's license.
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Re: Renewing Ontario driver's license a significant tie?

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It would not be considered a significant tie, however you aren't entitled to an ON DL if you no longer live there.
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Feduk
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Re: Renewing Ontario driver's license a significant tie?

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Once you have a driver's license or any id in that region, you should have a professor you are a resident.
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Re: Renewing Ontario driver's license a significant tie?

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Once you have a driver's license or any id in that region, you should have a professor you are a resident. I think the easiest option for you is to obtain a driver's license in your current area. However, I wouldn't recommend trying fake ones to make everything easier since many https://www.idanalyzer.com/products/pri ... anner.html can detect any face document. Moreover, if you know the rules and how to drive, it will be easier for you to obtain them or if you aren't sure you'll stay for a long time in the USA you can get a temporary one.
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