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Visa application requirements and processing procedures to the United States.

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curricular practical training (CPT)

Immigration; US visa

Employment authorized in connection with a course of study which includes alternate work/study programs, internships, cooperative education program and practicum experiences that are required for ...

D-1

Immigration; US visa

Nonimmigrant visa classification for foreign crewmembers of a vessel or aircraft on a stop or layover in the United States.

D-2

Immigration; US visa

Nonimmigrant visa classification for foreign crewmembers who are departing by different means than the vessel or aircraft of arrival.

denial notice

Immigration; US visa

USCIS document denying a petition or application and normally containing information about the appeal process, if permitted.

Department of State (DOS)

Immigration; US visa

Executive Branch department responsible for U.S. foreign affairs, including the issuance of nonimmigrant and immigrant visas at U.S. Consulates.

dependent

Immigration; US visa

The spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 of a foreign national who can derive eligibility for an immigration benefit based on the spouse or parent’s status.

designated civil surgeons

Immigration; US visa

Doctors designated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Public Health Service to perform medical examinations as part of the permanent residence application process.

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