How is "conditional residency" defined?

Conditional residency is defined as a temporary immigration status granted for a period of two years. This status is typically given to individuals who obtain their residency through marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. The "conditional" aspect means that the residency must be evaluated and renewed before it can be converted to full permanent residency. The conditions ensure that the marriage is genuine and not entered into for the sole purpose of obtaining immigration benefits.

The other options describe different immigration statuses that do not accurately reflect the nature of conditional residency. Permanent immigration status does not apply here because conditional residency is not permanent until the conditions are lifted. A visa status granted for limited professional work does not align with the definition of conditional residency, as it specifically relates to employment-based visas rather than residency status. Finally, the status that applies only to asylum seekers is incorrect because conditional residency is generally not limited to any particular category of immigrants; it is specifically related to marriage-based immigration.