Immigration is the process by which individuals move to a foreign country with the intention of settling there permanently or becoming citizens of that country. It involves people relocating from their country of origin to another country where they are not usual residents or do not possess nationality, often to live, work, or seek refuge
. Immigrants may become permanent residents or naturalized citizens, and their movement can be motivated by various factors including family reunification, employment opportunities, or humanitarian reasons such as fleeing persecution or conflict
. Immigration has historically contributed to the social, economic, and cultural development of countries, often leading to multicultural societies
. Legally, immigration includes both authorized (legal) and unauthorized (illegal) entry into a country, and the process is typically regulated by the destination country's government through visas, residency permits, and citizenship laws
. Immigrants often undergo a vetting process and may eventually gain full citizenship rights in their new country
. In summary, immigration is the international movement of people with the intent to reside permanently or long-term in a country other than their birthplace, impacting both the immigrants and the societies they join in various significant ways
