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Green Card is the colloquial term for the plastic photo identification card a person receives on becoming a lawful permanent resident of the United States of America. A person is eligible for a green card through refugee, family, work or a variety of special programs.


Having a Green Card (officially known as a Permanent Resident Card (PDF, 6.77 MB) allows you to live and work permanently in the United States.

Green cards are valid for a span of 10 years in case of permanent residents and 2 years who are considered conditional permanent residents. After this period, the card has to be renewed. The application process may take several years.
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Last Updated:Oct 19, 2024, 07.30 AM IST

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16 Aug 2024, 06:12

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28 Jul 2024, 09:08

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23 Jun 2024, 15:23

Trump's campaign officials clarify there would be an 'aggressive vetting process' for green cards

22 Jun 2024, 03:52

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14 Jun 2024, 15:53

Indian-American Congressman introduces bill to retain STEM grads in US

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US needs Indian students in sciences, Chinese students in humanities, American diplomat says

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