Entry Permit
/ˈɛntri pərˌmɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal document authorizing a person to enter a specific country or territory.
The traveler presented his entry permit at the border control.
- (n.) An official authorization allowing goods or persons to enter a particular place, facility, or premises under regulatory control.
The shipment was cleared after obtaining the required entry permit from customs.
Forms
- entry permit
- entry permits
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Commentary
Entry permits are typically distinct from visas though sometimes used interchangeably; precise drafting should clarify scope and duration of use.
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