lawful permanent residency in the USA From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Green Card or Permanent Resident Card is an identification card that proves that someone who is not a United States citizen is a permanent resident of the United States. The holder of the card is allowed to live, work and study in the United States on a permanent basis.[1][2]
Most people get Green Cards after being sponsored by a family member, such as a wife or husband, or by an employer that is located in the United States.[3] Other people may become permanent residents through refugee or asylum programs, or similar programs designed to protect their human rights. In some cases, a person may be allowed to file for their own Green Card without a sponsor.[1]
After five years of legal permanent residency within the United States, the holder of the card is eligible to become a U.S. Citizen.[2]
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