Pre-removal risk assessments (PRRAs)

This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.

The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) provides that, with certain exceptions, persons in Canada may, in accordance with the Regulations, apply for protection if they are subject to a removal order that is in force. This is called pre-removal risk assessment (PRRA).