What are the two categories of individuals arriving in the U.S.?

The correct categorization of individuals arriving in the U.S. is U.S. Nationals and Aliens. U.S. Nationals refer to individuals who are either citizens of the United States or individuals who owe permanent allegiance to the U.S., such as those born in American Samoa and Swains Island. This category includes individuals who may not hold U.S. citizenship but are recognized as nationals.

Aliens are individuals who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, and they are further divided into subcategories based on their immigration status, such as lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and non-immigrant visa holders (students, temporary workers, tourists, etc.). This distinction is critical for understanding the legal framework governing immigration, rights, and obligations of individuals in the U.S.

The other choices do not encompass the entire scope of individuals arriving in the U.S. U.S. Citizens and Foreign Nationals is misleading because it does not account for the various statuses aliens may have. Residents and Non-Residents oversimplifies the immigration landscape, not acknowledging the different legal classifications. Visitors and Immigrants, while relevant, only cover part of the broader categories of individuals, as it does not include U.S. Nationals. Thus, identifying individuals as either U.S