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Conditional permanent resident status

A temporary form of green card status granted to certain immigrants, which typically lasts for two years. Before it expires, the immigrant must apply to remove the 'conditional' part to become a full permanent resident.

E-Verify

An internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that allows employers to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of their employees.

Asylum

Protection granted to foreign nationals who are in the United States and meet the international definition of a refugee – someone who has been persecuted or fears persecution on account of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion.

Ports of Entry

Designated locations where foreign nationals and goods can legally enter the United States. These include international airports, seaports, and land border crossings.

Unaccompanied alien children (UAC)

A child under 18 years of age who has no lawful immigration status in the United States, has no parent or legal guardian in the United States available to provide care and physical custody, and has not attained 18 years of age.

Per-country caps

Limits on the number of immigrant visas that can be issued to citizens of any single country in a given year, to prevent any one country from dominating the visa categories.