Definition
Lawful Permanent Resident
Also: LPR
The legal term for a green card holder.
An LPR is a noncitizen who has been granted the right to live and work permanently in the U.S. LPR status is documented by Form I-551 — the green card.
See also
More immigration terms
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Motion to Reconsider
A request asking USCIS or an immigration court to revisit a decision based on legal error.
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Motion to Reopen
A request asking USCIS or an immigration court to reconsider a decision based on new facts.
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N-400
Application for Naturalization — the U.S. citizenship application.
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National Interest Waiver
A waiver of the EB-2 labor certification requirement for work in the national interest.
Not legal advice. Definitions are provided for educational use. For case-specific guidance, consult a licensed immigration attorney.