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The popular name for the Alien Registration Receipt Card issued to all immigrants entering the United States on a non-temporary visa who have registered with and been fingerprinted by the Immigration and Naturalization Service. The name green card comes from the distinctive coloration of the card. Cross-referencesHow to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Then, she rigged a set of pipes: This time, she only gave rewards if the pandas pushed pipes that were hanging beneath red, blue, or green cards. They also typically pay income and Social Security taxes (which are never returned to them), and would pay more if we allowed them to apply for and obtain green cards. After 12 years, the immigrants could apply for a five-year visa, and after 17 years, they could seek green cards authorizing permanent residency, thus allowing them to eventually apply for citizenship. |
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