It refers to the person born in a foreign state but has a right to live in the US permanently; this person will then be known as a lawful permanent resident. There is a specific card for such permanent residents, commonly known as a green card.
If you are a person from another country working in the US, consider opting for a permanent resident card. Here are the details you have to consider for getting a green card:
You will have to pass the green card test.
You will have to pass the substantial presence test.
Types of Resident Aliens
Permanent resident: This is for a person the government has granted permission to lawfully and legally reside in the US.
Conditional resident: it is for an individual who has applied for two years of green card. Eligibility for this card depends upon factors like their entrepreneurship status or marriage in the US. It is very essential for the individual to request for the renewal prices of the green card at least before 90 days before its expiry.
Returning Resident: it refers to a person who is living outside the US and is returning to their nation again. In such cases, an individual has to apply for a re-admonition of more than 180 days.
