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Mapping Immigration: Legal Permanent Residents (LPRs) Employment Preference

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Legal permanent residents (LPRs) are foreign nationals who have been granted the right to reside permanently in the United States. LPRs are often referred to as simply "immigrants," but they are also known as "permanent resident aliens" and "green card holders."

Below are the total flow data for legal permanent residents residing in the United States, categorized by employment preference.

Attachment Ext. Size Date
Employment Preference 2000-2003 PDF 1.24 MB
Employment Preference 1990-1999 PDF 1.24 MB
Employment Preference 1980-1989 PDF 1.25 MB
Last Updated: 11/17/2023
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