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Permanent Resident

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

permanent resident


Any person not a citizen of the United States who is residing in the U.S. under legally recognized and lawfully recorded permanent residence as an immigrant. Also known as "Permanent Resident Alien," "Lawful Permanent Resident," "Resident Alien Permit Holder," and "Green Card Holder."



Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services


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