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Lawful Permanent Resident Status

Also known as a 'green card,' this status allows a foreign national to live and work permanently in the United States.

Nonimmigrant

A foreign national who comes to the U.S. for a temporary period and specific purpose, such as work, study, or tourism, and holds a temporary visa.

Dependent Child

For immigration purposes, generally an unmarried child under the age of 21 who is financially supported by a parent.

Age-Out

Refers to a situation where a child dependent of a visa applicant turns 21 before their immigration application is finalized, making them ineligible to receive a green card or maintain dependent status with their family.

Priority Date

The date when an immigrant petition or labor certification application was first filed, which establishes an individual's place in the waiting line for a visa.

Immigrant Visa

A visa issued to foreign nationals who intend to live permanently in the United States.

Labor Certification

A process required for some employment-based green cards, where the U.S. Department of Labor certifies that there are no qualified U.S. workers available for a job, and that hiring a foreign worker will not negatively affect wages or working conditions for U.S. workers.