Permanent Resident Alien in the United States

Permanent Resident Alien and Refugees

A definition of Permanent Resident Alien, in the context of refugee resettlement and non-emergency repatriation, may be provided here: An alien admitted to the United States as a lawful permanent resident (LPR). Permanent residents are also commonly referred to as immigrants. Lawful permanent residents are legally accorded the privilege of residing permanently in the U.S. They may be issued immigrant visas overseas by the Department of State or adjusted to permanent resident status by the USCIS in the U.S. See “Adjustment to Lawful Permanent Resident Status”.

Concept of Permanent Resident Alien

In relation to immigration and citizenship, Permanent Resident Alien is defined as: See lawful permanent resident.

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See Also

• Refugee Resettlement
• Non-Emergency Repatriation