GLOSSARY GUIDE

General immigration terms explained

Foundational terms that apply across Canadian and U.S. immigration matters.

Key terms explained

Admissibility — The legal assessment of whether a person may enter or remain in a country, including medical, criminal, security and misrepresentation considerations.
Green Card — The commonly used term for evidence of lawful permanent resident status in the United States.
Parole — Discretionary permission to enter or remain temporarily in the United States without being formally admitted in an immigration status.

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