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U.S. Public Benefits Eligibility

Eligibility for U.S. public benefits based on immigration status, including lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylees, and other qualified immigrants.

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What federal benefits are available to immigrants with temporary or permanent legal status?

Federal eligibility for U.S. public benefits depends primarily on immigration status: lawful permanent residents (LPRs or “green card” holders), refugees and asylees, and certain other “qualified” imm...