Definition
Cross-Chargeability
Claiming a spouse or parent's country of birth to avoid a backlogged category.
Under INA §202(b), an applicant can be "charged" to the country of birth of a spouse or, in limited cases, a parent. This rule lets an applicant born in a backlogged country (e.g., India) use their spouse's non-backlogged country (e.g., Canada) for Visa Bulletin purposes.
See also
More immigration terms
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Dates for Filing
The earlier of the two Visa Bulletin charts — sets when you may submit an adjustment of status.
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Deferred Action
Administrative decision to defer removal of a noncitizen for a specific period.
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Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Discretionary protection from deportation for certain people brought to the U.S. as children.
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Department of Labor
The U.S. agency that administers labor certification (PERM) for employment-based green cards.
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Derivative Beneficiary
A spouse or unmarried child under 21 who can immigrate with the principal beneficiary.
Not legal advice. Definitions are provided for educational use. For case-specific guidance, consult a licensed immigration attorney.