Immigration Visa
/ɪˌmɪɡˈreɪʃən ˈvɪzə/
Definitions
- (n.) An official document or endorsement allowing a foreign national to enter a country for the purpose of residence or other authorized activity.
She obtained an immigration visa before traveling to the United States to seek permanent residency.
Forms
- immigration visa
- immigration visas
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Commentary
An immigration visa typically precedes lawful permanent residence and differs from nonimmigrant visas which are for temporary visits.
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