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The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) is a federal law that governs immigration to the United States. It was enacted in 1952 and has been amended several times since then. The INA is codified at 8 U.S.C. § 1101 et seq.
The INA sets forth the procedures and requirements for obtaining a visa, adjusting status, and naturalizing as a U.S. citizen. It also establishes the grounds for inadmissibility and deportability, as well as the procedures for appealing immigration decisions.
Some of the key provisions of the INA include:
- Visa requirements: The INA sets forth the requirements for obtaining a visa, including the need for a valid passport, proof of financial support, and a medical examination.
- Adjustment of status: The INA allows certain individuals who are already in the United States to adjust their status to that of a lawful permanent resident.
- Naturalization: The INA sets forth the requirements for naturalizing as a U.S. citizen, including the need to demonstrate good moral character, attachment to the United States, and a basic understanding of U.S. history and government.
- Inadmissibility and deportability: The INA sets forth the grounds for inadmissibility and deportability, including criminal convictions, immigration violations, and national security concerns.
- Appeals: The INA provides for appeals of immigration decisions, including decisions on visa applications, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
The INA has been amended several times since its enactment, including the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Immigration Act of 1990, and the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001.