Green Card
A Green Card, formally known as a Permanent Resident Card, is a legal document in the United States that allows a non-citizen to live and work permanently in the country. It signifies that the holder has been granted permanent residency, meaning they can stay in the U.S. indefinitely, enjoy certain rights, and even apply for U.S. citizenship after fulfilling specific requirements. Green Cards can be obtained through various means, including family sponsorship, employment offers, or refugee/asylum status. The card itself is green and serves as proof of the holder's status as a lawful permanent resident.
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A Green Card, officially known as a Permanent Resident Card, is a document issued by the U.S. government that allows a non-citizen to live and work permanently in the United States. Green Card holders are not U.S. citizens, but they have the right to sponsor certain family members for their own Green Cards, apply for a driver's license, and access various government benefits. After holding a Green Card for a certain period, individuals can also apply for U.S. citizenship. The process for obtaining a Green Card can vary, depending on factors like employment, family connections, or humanitarian reasons.