immigration status
[ɪ.mɪ'greɪ.ʃən 'steɪ.təs]
nounpl: immigration statuses
situação migratória
1. The legal classification of a person's right to reside in a country, determining whether they are a citizen, permanent resident, temporary visa holder, undocumented immigrant, or have other official immigration standing
Her immigration status allows her to work legally in the United States for three years.
Sua situação migratória permite que ela trabalhe legalmente nos Estados Unidos por três anos.
2. An official record or document indicating a person's compliance with immigration laws and regulations of a particular country
The employer requested proof of immigration status before hiring the candidate.
O empregador pediu comprovação da situação migratória antes de contratar o candidato.
In the United States, immigration status is a highly sensitive and legally significant matter, often determining access to employment, education, healthcare, and social services. In Brazil, discussions about immigration status have become increasingly relevant due to migration from Venezuela and other countries. The term is commonly used in legal, government, and workplace contexts in both countries and carries significant implications for individuals' rights and opportunities.
NYC Slang
papers (informal/colloquial reference to immigration documentation)
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