Immigration Policy
/ɪˌmɪɡˈreɪʃən ˈpɒlɪsi/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of laws, regulations, and practices governing the entry, stay, and status of foreign nationals within a country.
The government revised its immigration policy to streamline visa applications.
- (n.) A strategic framework outlining national priorities and procedures for controlling immigration flows and integration.
The country's immigration policy emphasizes humanitarian protection alongside border security.
Forms
- immigration policy
- immigration policies
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Commentary
Often shaped by political, economic, and humanitarian considerations, immigration policy reflects both statutory law and administrative practices.
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