U.S. immigration law

U.S. immigration law governs how individuals enter, stay, and become citizens of the United States. It includes various visas for work, study, family reunification, and asylum for refugees. The process involves applications, interviews, and background checks. Permanent residents hold a green card and can live indefinitely, while naturalization allows eligible immigrants to become U.S. citizens. Enforcement includes deportation for those violating immigration laws. The law is complex, influenced by policy changes and public sentiment, balancing security and humanitarian considerations. Understanding it requires navigating legal definitions, processes, and documentation.