Definition
A change of status is an immigration procedure in which a person who already has lawful stay in a country applies to move onto a different legal basis without starting again from zero abroad. Examples include switching from a student permit to a work permit, from a job-seeker permit to an employment route, or from a temporary permit to a settlement category. Whether an in-country switch is allowed depends on the specific national rules and the applicant's current status.
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In-Country Application
An immigration filing made from inside the destination country instead of through an embassy or consulate abroad.
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Вид на жительство
Официальный документ или разрешение, дающее негражданину право законно проживать в стране в течение определённого периода, зачастую, но не всегда, включая право на работу.
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Продление разрешения
Процедура продления временной визы, вида на жительство или разрешения на работу до истечения срока их действия для сохранения законного права на пребывание и работу.
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