immigration statuses

Immigration statuses describe a person’s legal permission to stay and work in a country. For example, a "visa" lets someone enter temporarily for specific reasons like work or study. "Permanent residence" or a "green card" allows indefinite stay and work rights. Other statuses include refugee or asylum seeker, granted protection due to danger in their home country. Each status comes with rights and responsibilities, and maintaining correct status is essential to stay legally in the country. Immigration laws are complex, and the specific rights depend on the individual's visa or residency type.