It is the student's responsibility to provide the required documentation on or before the deadline. The proof must verify that the student has been a NEW YORK STATE RESIDENT for.ONE YEAR and an ORANGE COUNTY RESIDENT for the PAST SIX MONTHS. Immigrant Students - Students who lawfully reside in the United States on a permanent basis and hold a valid Permanent Resident Card (green card). All NY State residents, who do not complete the residency requirement, will be charged as a non-resident. If you live in a New York State county other than Rockland, a new Certificate of Residency must be submitted each year. Section 1 -- When is a Student Entitled to Enroll in a District's. 1.