Immigration policy
CountryPermanent settlementAdmission of migrant workersAdmission of dependants of migrant workers
United States of America***

Immigration policy on permanent settlement refers to Government policies regarding non-nationals who are permitted to enter for permanent residence, generally with a view to eventual citizenship.

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Immigration policy on admission of migrant workers refers to Government policies concerning those migrants who have been granted temporary work permits and are authorized to enter for the purpose of employment.

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Immigration policy on admission of dependants of migrant workers concerns Government policies related to the entry of dependants (i.e., nuclear or extended family members accompanying or joining a primary migrant) of migrants who have been granted work permits.

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United Nations publication, (ST/ESA/SER.A/154), Sales No. E.96.XIII.7, Copyright (C) United Nations 1996