Nonimmigrant
/ˌnɑːnˈɪmɪɡrənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A person authorized to enter and stay in the United States temporarily for a specific purpose without obtaining permanent resident status.
The nonimmigrant visa holder entered the U.S. for a six-month work assignment.
Forms
- nonimmigrant
- nonimmigrants
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Commentary
Use precise language to distinguish nonimmigrants from immigrants when drafting visa or immigration-related legal documents.
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