1. people who are temporarily in a country but are not seeking permanent residence there
Usage: legal/immigration context; plural form

Examples

• Students on exchange programs are classified as nonimmigrants.
• The embassy processes visa applications for both immigrants and nonimmigrants.
• Business travelers and tourists are considered nonimmigrants.
• Nonimmigrants must maintain their temporary status while in the country.
• The immigration office tracks the number of nonimmigrants entering each year.
• Many nonimmigrants eventually apply for permanent residency.
• Work visa holders are typically classified as nonimmigrants.