“permanent resident card (form i-551)”
This page presents an official legal definition of “permanent resident card (form i-551)” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.
United States
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Also known as a Green Card or alien registration card, this card is issued by USCIS to aliens as evidence of their lawful permanent resident status in the United States. For Form I-9, it is acceptable as proof of identity and employment authorization. Although some Permanent Resident Cards contain no expiration date, most are valid for 10 years. Cards held by aliens with conditional permanent resident status are valid for 2 years.
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