Refers to the highest number allowed for something. In the context of immigration, maximum limits are restrictions on the number of people who can enter a country each year.
Related terms
Quota: A specific number or proportion set as a limit, particularly in relation to immigration or employment.
Immigration Policy: The rules and regulations established by a country to manage the entry, stay, and rights of foreign nationals.
Visa: An official document issued by a country's government that allows someone to enter, stay temporarily, or reside permanently in that country.