What is another word for permanent resident?
Pronunciation: [pˈɜːmənənt ɹˈɛzɪdənt] (IPA) 
A permanent resident is an individual who is authorized to live and work in a foreign country for an indefinite period. There are several synonyms that can be used to refer to a permanent resident. These include settled resident, resident alien, legal resident, and long-term resident. A settled resident is a person who has established a permanent home in a foreign country and intends to stay there indefinitely. A resident alien is a non-citizen who has been granted legal permission to reside in a foreign country. A legal resident is a foreigner who has been granted legal permission to live and work in a foreign country. A long-term resident is someone who has lived in a foreign country for a significant period.
