Immediate Relative
Legal definition for Indian law research
Definition
immediate relative
Spouse, widow(er) and unmarried children under the age of 21 of an American citizen. A parent is an immediate relative if the American citizen is 21 years of age or older. There are no numerical limits to immigration of immediate relatives.
Source: Department of State. March 2007.
Definitions are for legal research. Always verify meaning in the context of the statute, judgment, or jurisdiction cited.