Rights and obligations of the green card holder

Your actions as a permanent resident may affect future US citizenship. And this should always be remembered.

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As an immigrant with the status of permanent resident of the United States, you have the right to:

1. Constantly reside anywhere in the United States of America.
2. Work in the United States of America.
3. Owning real estate in the United States of America.
4. Studying at a public school.
5. Apply for a driver's license in your state or territory.
6. Enroll in service in certain types of US forces.
7. Get social security benefits, additional age or disability benefits, Medicare benefits if you qualify.
8. Apply for US citizenship when you are eligible.
9. Apply for a visa for your husband or wife and unmarried children to live in the United States of America.
10. Travel outside the United States of America and return under certain conditions.

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As a permanent resident of the United States, you must:

1. Comply with all federal, state, and local laws.
2. Pay income tax levied by the federal, state, and local governments.
3. Sign up for the call-up service (US military) if you are a male person from 18 to 26.
4. Maintain your immigration status.
5. Constantly carry a document confirming the status of a permanent resident.
6. On the Internet or in writing, inform the Citizenship and Immigration Service of your new address within ten days each time you change your place of residence.

As a permanent resident of the United States, you have many rights and freedoms. At the same time, you have a number of responsibilities. One of the important duties is to participate in the public life of your district (city).

You should also learn more about American culture, history, and government. This can be done by enrolling in adult education courses, as well as by reading the local press.

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