“lawful permanent resident”

This page presents an official legal definition of “lawful permanent resident” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: United States United States

Any alien who is living in the United States under legally recognized and lawfully recorded permanent residence as an immigrant. Also known as “permanent resident alien,” “resident alien permit holder,” and “Green Card holder.”

Source: USCIS Glossary (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services)