Permanent residency is a legal status that allows a person to live and work in a country indefinitely. Individuals with permanent residency, often referred to as permanent residents, have many of the same rights as citizens, such as access to education and healthcare, but they do not have the right to vote in elections. To obtain permanent residency, applicants usually need to meet specific criteria, such as having a job offer, family connections, or refugee status. The process often involves submitting an application, providing documentation, and sometimes attending an interview with immigration authorities.