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Principal Alien Defined (Immigration & Legal Terms)
This is a glossary of legal & immigration related terms provided by Crossings Immigration Lawyers for convenience purposes only. Nothing in this glossary or on this site should be taken as legal advice. You should contact us directly for a free consultation with an immigration lawyer.
Principal Alien
The alien who applies for immigrant status and from whom another alien may derive lawful status under immigration law or regulations (usually spouses and minor unmarried children).
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