Is a Permanent Resident a Naturalized Citizen?

All permanent residents, after a certain duration of time (usually 5 years), are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. They have to show good moral character during their tenure as a permanent resident and clear an exam on U.S. history and government to attain the status of a naturalized U.S. citizen.

Is a green card holder a naturalized citizen?

Naturalization is the process through which an immigrant to the United States can become a U.S. citizen. Only certain immigrants are eligible: those who either have been green card holders (permanent residents) for 3–5 years or meet various military service requirements.

Is a resident alien a naturalized citizen?

A resident alien is a foreign-born United States resident who is not a U.S. citizen. A resident alien is also known as a permanent resident or a lawful permanent resident, which means they are considered an immigrant who has been legally and lawfully recorded as a resident of the country.