US Announces Green Card Rule All Permanent Residents Aged 18 and Above Must Follow

• The United States government published a rule that applies specifically to Green Card holders who are 18 years of age or older
• The announcement was made available through the official US government website, outlining what permanent residents are legally required to do
• The rule affects millions of people living in the US on permanent residence status and carries clear legal obligations

The United States government has announced an important rule that applies to all Green Card holders who are 18 years of age or older, reminding permanent residents of a legal obligation they must uphold at all times.

The announcement was published on the official US government website, setting out what is expected of individuals living in the country under permanent residence status.

Green Card rule for permanent residents

According to the US government, every permanent resident who is 18 or older is legally required to carry a valid Green Card on them at all times. The rule leaves no room for exceptions based on circumstance or location within the country.

The government stated directly:

"If you are a permanent resident age 18 or older, you are required to have a valid Green Card in your possession at all times."

This means permanent residents must ensure their Green Card remains valid and physically accessible, not simply stored at home or kept elsewhere for safekeeping.

What Green Card holders need to know

A Green Card, formally known as a Permanent Resident Card, serves as proof that its holder has been granted lawful permanent residence in the United States. Carrying an expired card would not satisfy the requirement, as the rule specifically calls for a valid card to be on the holder's person.

Permanent residents who fail to carry their Green Card at all times could face legal consequences, as the requirement is a standing condition of their status under US immigration law. The US government has made this rule publicly accessible to ensure that those it affects are fully informed of their responsibilities.

Green card: US announces 2 official benefits

Meanwhile, Legit.ng recently reported that the United States government has outlined two benefits available to Green Card holders.

Permanent residents can use their Green Card to prove employment eligibility and apply for a Social Security Card and a state-issued driver's licence.