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Panel Physician
A medically trained, licensed and experienced doctor practicing
overseas who is appointed by the local U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Per-Country Limit
The maximum number of family-sponsored and employment-based
preference visas that can be issued to citizens of any country
in a fiscal year.
Permanent Resident
Any person not a citizen of the United States who is residing
in the U.S. under legally recognized and lawfully recorded
permanent residence as an immigrant.
Permanent Resident Alien
An alien admitted to the United States as a lawful permanent
resident.
Port of Entry
Any location in the United States or its territories that
is designated as a point of entry for aliens and U.S. citizens.
Pre-inspection
Complete immigration inspection of airport passengers before
departure from a foreign country.
Principal Alien
The alien who applies for immigrant status and from whom
another alien may derive lawful status under immigration law
or regulations.
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