Immigrant - Law Dictionary Search Results
cut-off date
cut-off date The date that determines whether a preference immigrant visa applicant can be scheduled for an immigrant visa interview
accompanying
in which family members travel with the principal applicant, (in immigrant visa cases, within six months of issuance of an immigrant
immediate relatives
immediate relatives Certain immigrants who because of their close relationship to U.S. citizens are
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beneficiaries
employer have filed a petition for such aliens to receive immigration benefits from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Beneficiaries generally
civil surgeon
the U.S. who is certified by USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service). These medical professionals receive U.S. immigration Source: U.S. Citizenship
diversity visa program
lottery for immigration to the United States. Up to 55,000 immigrants can enter the United States each year from countries with
in status
in status It's important to understand the concept of immigration status and the consequences of violating that status. Being aware
pre-inspection
pre-inspection Complete immigration inspection of airport passengers before departure from a foreign country.
visa numbers
visa numbers Congress establishes the amount of immigration each year. Immigration for immediate relatives is unlimited; however, preference
numerical limit, exempt from
of the flexible numerical limit of 675,000 set by the Immigration Act of 1990. Exempt categories include immediate relatives of U.S.
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