What is the difference between a nonimmigrant and an immigrant?
A nonimmigrant enters the United States for a temporary period of time and is restricted to the activity consistent with their nonimmigrant visa. A nonimmigrant must demonstrate that their stay in the US is temporary and that they have the requisite intent to depart the United States at the expiration of their authorized stay. An immigrant enters the United States with the intent to remain permanently. Immigrant status is the same thing as “lawful permanent resident status” or “green card status.
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