Permanent residence in the USA allows a person to live and work in the country permanently.

 People with permanent residence receive a Green Card from the government.

 The official name of a Green Card is United States Permanent Resident Card.

 One common way to get permanent residence is through family sponsorship. –

 U.S. citizens can sponsor close family members for a Green Card.

 Another way is through employment with a U.S. company.

 Skilled workers and professionals may qualify for employment-based immigration.

 The Diversity Visa Lottery also gives many people a chance to get permanent residence.

 Some people receive permanent residence after getting asylum or refugee status. –

 Investors can apply through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.

 A permanent resident can live anywhere in the United States.

 They can also work legally and start a business.

 Permanent residents must follow U.S. laws and pay taxes. –

 After some years, many permanent residents apply for citizenship. –

 Becoming a permanent resident is an important step toward the United States Citizenship.